Antelope Valley California Poppy Reserve

Antelope Valley California Poppy Reserve

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Location: 15 miles west of Lancaster on Avenue I.
Facilities: Picnic areas, hiking and nature trails (8 miles), restrooms, visitor center, exhibits (é).
Activities: Hiking, wildflower photography, guided tours, interpretive program (seasonal).
Special Features: After winter and spring rains, this high-desert reserve is transformed into fields of golden poppies and other wildflowers. The wildflower season generally lasts from mid-March through mid-May, but the park is open year-round from sunrise to sunset. Visitors should be prepared for very high winds and should be aware of the high numbers of Mojave Green rattlesnakes in this area.
Address: c/o Inland Empire District Office
17801 Lake Perris Dr
Perris, CA 92571
Phone: 661-724-1180;
Web: www.parks.ca.gov/default.asp?page_id=627
Size: 1,781 acres.

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