Providence Mountains State Recreation Area

About Providence Mountains State Recreation Area

A remote Mojave park of long views and timeless desert, and the way in to Mitchell Caverns. The limestone chambers hold their own wildlife, from bats to pseudoscorpions, and are seen by tour.

Things to do

• 🥾 Hiking
• 🐦 Birding
• 🧭 Geocaching

Amenities & facilities

• 🌿 Nature Center
• 🌞 Day Use Only

Entrance fee

$10 per vehicle

Hours

Hours as published by California State Parks. Check the official page before a long drive.

Contact

🎒 Gear up for Providence Mountains State Recreation Area

Popular gear for what this park offers:

• Binoculars
• Hiking boots
• Handheld GPS
• Bug spray
• Spotting scopes
• Bird guides
• Daypacks
• Trekking poles
• Compasses
• Sunscreen
• First aid kit
• Water bottles

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Nearby state parks

• Mount San Jacinto State Park
• Salton Sea State Recreation Area
• Silverwood Lake State Recreation Area
• Lake Perris State Recreation Area
• Anza-Borrego Desert State Park ®
• Ocotillo Wells State Vehicular Recreation Area