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Salvation Mountain

Beal Road, Niland, CA 92257-0298
Ranked #2 of 3 attractions in Niland
4.5 of 5 stars 11 Reviews
Type: Religious Sites
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Canada
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
22 helpful votes 22 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 April 2012

This is one of the strangest places I have ever seen. The creator's message is good but the expression of the message is unusual. I'm not sure how I feel about the place except to say it is strange.

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Yuma, A
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 March 2012

This is a really interesting stop off of the beaten path if you have time. It was free but I think they were taking donations.

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Mexicali, Mexico
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 March 2012

The work of Leonard Knight is something amazing. After the first time I couldn't help but take others to experience the determination of one man and his devotion for god. The place was even better when Leonard gave us a tour and spoke to us about his relationship and philosophy about love,life, and god.

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Yuma, Arizona
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43 reviews 43 reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 February 2012

If you are in the neighborhood, stop by and see this most odd creation. But definitely not worth a trip more than fifteen minutes out of your way.

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Amboy, California
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33 reviews 33 reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 February 2012

It's sort of a hard place to find. But if you stop by a store or gas station in Niland, they will tell you where to find it. The place is a great place to take photos because Salvation Mountain is so colorful. You would be amazed to see what can be done with some straw and paint which is... More

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Sheffield, United Kingdom
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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 January 2012

We decided to visit Salvation Mountain and Slab City after having our curiosty piqued by a movie filmed in the area. What a unique and interesting place. Leonard the creator of Salvation Mountain is sometimes around greeting visitors. I would suggest visiting later in the day when it's not so hot, take supplies with you.

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Minneapolis, Minnesota
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42 reviews 42 reviews
Reviews in 25 cities Reviews in 25 cities
27 helpful votes 27 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 January 2012

It's just fascinating to see what a person's passion can create. Campy, kitschy, colorful - words escape me.

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Haifa, Israel
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 October 2011

If you are in the San Diego area and have a car, take a drive out to Salvation Mountain. The drive is pretty and the Mountain is incredible. I invite you to see my write-up and photos <a href="http://www.squidoo.com/salvation-mountain"target=_blank<here</a> . It is a monument to its creator's religious epiphany. He does not try to convert anyone to any religion except... More

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Detroit, Michigan
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 August 2011

I drove out to Salvation Mountain/Slab City on a whim one day when I was visiting Palm Springs. I had never been to Palm Springs or actually explored any of California's desert and was compelled to grab my friend, jump in the car and head out into the unknown. We got a late start and made it to Salvation Mountain... More

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northern california
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 November 2010
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I would reccommend traveling the distance from Palm Springs to see this. A nice half a day trip around the Salton Sea and about 3 miles from the town of Niland, it was worth the effort. Mr. Leonard Knight , the builder of this mt., if there, will greet you with a rousting 'hello" and a friendly tour. You can... More

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