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Ridgecrest Guide

Your guide to life in the Indian Wells Valley — Ridgecrest, California.

Ridgecrest, CA 93555

Kern County · Indian Wells Valley

Mojave Desert, California

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Activities & Attractions

Things to Do in Ridgecrest

Community events, desert adventures, great food, and more — your guide to making the most of life in the Indian Wells Valley.

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Upcoming Events

What's happening in Ridgecrest right now.

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FEB18

Lent 2026

200 Drummond Ave, Ridgecrest, CA 93555, USA

MAR13

Wildflower Trail Series

880 N China Lake Blvd, Ridgecrest, CA 93555, USA

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Outdoor Adventures

Day trips and destinations from the Indian Wells Valley.

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Mammoth Lakes

Ski Slopes & Summer Lakes

World-class mountain resort with year-round recreation — skiing in winter, pristine alpine lakes and mountain biking in summer.

2.5 hours northBest: Year-round

Bishop

Hiking Trails & World-Class Climbing

Charming Eastern Sierra gateway with legendary bouldering, wild trout fishing, and access to the High Sierra.

1.5 hours north

Where to Eat

Top-rated restaurants in Ridgecrest.

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Albertsons Bakery

Bakery

Albertsons Bakery

5.0
Shotty's Taps

Bar & Grill

Shotty's Taps

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Business Directory

Browse shops, services, and local businesses across Ridgecrest.

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Ridgecrest History

From the Kawaiisu people to NAWS China Lake — the story of the valley.

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Weather & Climate

Current conditions, seasonal guide, and desert climate essentials.

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MAR16

Silver Sneakers Cardio

330 E Ridgecrest Blvd d, Ridgecrest, CA 93555, USA

MAR16

Silver Sneakers Classic

330 E Ridgecrest Blvd d, Ridgecrest, CA 93555, USA

MAR16

Silver Sneakers Low Intensity

330 E Ridgecrest Blvd d, Ridgecrest, CA 93555, USA

MAR16

CAPK Senior Box Day

200 Drummond Ave, Ridgecrest, CA 93555, USA

Best: Year-round

Bristlecone Pine Forest

Oldest Trees in the World

Home to the oldest known living organisms on Earth — Great Basin bristlecone pines over 5,000 years old in the White Mountains.

2.5 hours northBest: June–October

Lone Pine

Historic Town & Film Locations

Gateway to Mt. Whitney and the Alabama Hills — a storied town where hundreds of Hollywood westerns were filmed against dramatic Sierra backdrops.

1 hour northBest: Year-round

Mount Whitney

Highest Peak in the Contiguous US

At 14,505 feet, the crown jewel of the Sierra Nevada. The Whitney Trail is one of the most coveted hikes in America.

1.5 hours northBest: July–September

Death Valley

National Park — Extremes & Wonder

The largest national park in the lower 48. Home to the lowest point in North America, record temperatures, and otherworldly landscapes.

2 hours eastBest: November–March
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5.0
Roaming Dog Kitchen

Restaurant

Roaming Dog Kitchen

4.9
Flight Line Tap Room

Bar

Flight Line Tap Room

4.8
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