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Desert Discovery Center

The Desert Discovery Center (DDC) is a 7,000 square foot facility surrounded by 12 acres of public land located in the heart of Barstow, CA. The DDC is comprised of a unique partnership between several government, educational, and non-profit organizations originally established in 2005. They include the BLM who own the DDC and surrounding property, National Park Service, Barstow Unified School District, Barstow Community College, Mojave River Valley Museum, City of Barstow, National Park…

  • Managed by: Bureau of Land Management
  • Coordinates: 34.8908221, -117.0221688

Nearby & related campgrounds

  • El Mirage OHV Recreation Area
  • Golden Valley Wilderness
  • Desert Front OHV Road 3N24
  • Lake Silverwood Scenic Overlook
  • Summit Scenic Overlook
  • Summit OHV Staging Area

Frequently asked questions

Is Desert Discovery Center reservable?

Desert Discovery Center is primarily first-come, first-served. Use the availability view to gauge how busy it is before you go.

Where is Desert Discovery Center?

See the map for Desert Discovery Center's exact location and directions.

How do I book a campsite at Desert Discovery Center?

Pick your dates on the availability calendar, then reserve through the official booking link. You can also set an alert and we'll notify you if a sold-out date opens up.

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