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Red Rock Canyon State Park

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Ranked #1,407 of 4,952 attractions in California
4.5 of 5 stars 7 Reviews
Type: State Parks
Activities: Camping
Owner description: State park that has been the site for a number of movies due to its colorful rock formations and variety of wildlife including roadrunners, hawks,... more » Owner description: State park that has been the site for a number of movies due to its colorful rock formations and variety of wildlife including roadrunners, hawks, lizards, mice and squirrels. « less
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San Jose, California
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13 reviews 13 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 February 2012

I loved it, hiking around the area, its just so beautiful. We even learned a little by doing the desert view hike, but that alone wont make you happy. There is also a camping place which looked amazing, but no showers... Stop by for at least 2 hours if you are in the area, its worth it!

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 September 2011

My husband and I stopped here on the way to the eastern sierras. Hagen was a great 1 mile loop with desert landscape and red cliffs. Window rock is easily spotted from the trail. There are joshua trees as well as lizards to take photos of as well. It is very hot I recommend a hat for sun protection.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 October 2009
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Kind of a mission to get there, but it is a lot of fun once you do. It is a mostly college-aged crowd, lots of beer drinking and lounging. Don't forget to bring your water shoes! You will really regret it if you do not bring them. Also, bring an ipod with some speakers and pack a lunch. You will... More

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Berlin, Germany
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 February 2011
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 December 2010
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 October 2010
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 October 2010
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