How to Explore Hesperia, California

Full Moon Over Mojave Desert

Southern California is a very popular travel destination, but it can be an expensive place to visit. Familiarizing yourself with some of Southern California's smaller towns, like Hesperia, can lead to big travel adventures for a small price. Hesperia has lots to do for everyone. Exploring Hesperia, California will be a great experience for you and your traveling companions.

Things You'll Need

• Pen
• Paper

Instructions

1. Make a list of the exactly what you'd like to accomplish on your trip to Hesperia, California. Use the following Steps to help you make the list.

2. Decide where you want to stay. Available lodging in Hesperia, California includes hotels, camping and RV parks. There is a pet-friendly, La Quinta hotel in Hesperia. Silverwood lake offers tent-camping only with WiFi and hiking trails. Mojave River Forks Campground allows RVs and has full amenities.

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   Choose what activities you would like to do. There are three major parks in the Hesperia area that offer camping, hiking, fishing, picnicking, boating, pedal boating and rentals of pedal boats and power boats. Lime Street Park has a picnic area, BBQ area and is closer to city attractions. Hesperia Recreation and Park District has Green Flag Raceway and Power Play Skate Center among other interests. Hesperia also boasts the Banana Museum. A drive down Historic Route 66 takes you into Barstow, CA where you can enjoy outlet shopping at Tangier Outlets. There is also Hesperia Golf & Country Club for the golfer in your travel group.

4. Check the weather forecast before you go. The weather in the desert can be well over 100 degrees during the day and may dip into the 60s or below at night.

5. Pack for a hot, dry climate and keep safety in mind. Especially if you're camping, you will need to pack the proper provisions. Bring more water or refillable water bottles than you could ever imagine needing. Pack light clothing that you can layer. Remember the desert gets cold at night, so even if it will be 110 degrees during the day, you may need something to keep you warm after the sun goes down.

6. Look online and in newspapers for special events during the time of your trip. Many events are held throughout Hesperia for a small admission fee or no fee at all. One such event is Movies in the Park. There's a giant screen where movies are shown and people may bring blankets and picnic gear to lounge out in the park and watch the movie.

7. Bring your camera. If you like photography, there are loads of opportunities for amazing photos in the Hesperia, California region. The Mojave Desert, the Mojave River, and all the national parks provide plenty of eye candy for your camera.

Tips & Warnings

• Big Bear is only an hour drive from Hesperia. You can head there for skiing and snowboarding.

• The Pacific Ocean is about an hour and a half drive from Hesperia.

• Hesperia can be a great town to get a hotel room, even if you're planning adventures in other cities, because it's less expensive to stay and there are plenty of local activities to fill up your downtime.

• There are lots of coyotes around Hesperia. In general, they won't bother you, but some have been emboldened by locals who leave food outside or fail to store their garbage properly. Learn camping safety rules for areas with coyotes.

Resources

• High Desert news sites
• Hesperia Parks special events
• Things to do in Hesperia