Antelope Valley California Poppy Reserve


Antelope Valley California Poppy Reserve

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Location:15 miles west of Lancaster on Avenue I.
Facilities:Picnic areas, hiking and nature trails (8 miles), restrooms, visitor center, exhibits (é).
Activities:Hiking, wildflower photography, guided tours, interpretive program (seasonal).
Special Features:After winter and spring rains, this high-desert reserve is transformedinto fields of golden poppies and other wildflowers. The wildflowerseason generally lasts from mid-March through mid-May, but the park isopen year-round from sunrise to sunset. Visitors should beprepared for very high winds and should be aware of the high numbers of Mojave Greenrattlesnakes in this area.
Address:c/o Inland Empire District Office
17801 Lake Perris Dr
Perris, CA 92571
Phone:661-724-1180
Web: www.parks.ca.gov/default.asp?page_id=627
Size: 1,781 acres.
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