- The list below includes 17 free or cheap things to do in or near Barstow, California, including 35 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Specialty Museums, National & State Parks and Off Road & ATV.
- From Mitchell Caverns to Mojave National Preserve, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Barstow and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Apple Valley.
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Mojave National Preserve, Providence Mountain State Recreation Area, Barstow, CA 92311
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Mitchell Caverns consists of three limestone caves carved into the range at Providence Mountains State Park. The three limestone caves are connected by man-made tunnels, with regular, ranger guided tours offered through the site.
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The 1.6 million acre Mojave National Preserve is a park that is home to sand dunes, volcanic cinder cones, Joshua tree forests, and wildflowers. The park also is made up of abandoned mines, homesteads, and military outposts.
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Barstow Centennial Park was constructed as a community service project in 1990 to celebrate the centennial of Barstow's founding in 1886. The park displays antique memorabilia including an ex-Italian M47 Tank.
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Fossil Bed Road, 8 Miles North, Barstow, CA 92311
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Paleontological resources and landscape features of the Rainbow Basin Natural Area make it an area under federal control as a way to preserve the grounds. Visitors can still hike, go horseback riding, camp, or take pictures of the site.
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Situated in the Mojave Desert, Mid Hills Campground provides a camp site that has scenic views of the surrounding desert landscape and plant life. The campground has a picnic area and fire pits.
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Open during the summer season, the Skyline Drive-in offers first-run Hollywood films with digital projection. A full snack bar with plenty of theater-friendly fare is available to those who view movies at the drive-in.
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The history of what is known as the 'Mother Road' is put on display at the Route 66 Mother Road Museum. Exhibits cover the memorabilia associated with Route 66 along with specialized art exhibits revolving around the highway.
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685 North 1st Avenue, Barstow, CA 92311
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The history of railroading in the Pacific Southwest if put on display at the Western America Railroad Museum. Displays concerning the history surrounding the railroad and technology behind trains in general.
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Located within the former building of a 1930s hotel, Revolutions Barstow Bowl now contains 24 wood lanes. Visitors can also access a full video game arcade, on-site sports bar and grill, snack bar, and a private banquet room for group events.
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The Barstow Route 66 'Mother Road' Museum features a rotating variety of exhibits with some connection to the legendary highway Route 66. Exhibits include paintings, photography, and art in other media. The museum has a gift shop.