Established Camping
Providence Mountains State Recreation Area
Providence Mountains State Recreation Area is located near Needles, CA, within the Mojave National Preserve. The terrain consists of desert landscapes with rocky formations. Weather in the area can reach highs of around 100°F and lows near 40°F. Nearby attractions include the Mitchell Caverns and the Mojave Desert Lava Tube.
Location
Providence Mountains State Recreation Area is located in California
Directions
The park is located in the eastern Mojave Desert off of Interstate 40, 56 miles west of Needles, 116 miles east of Barstow, and 16 miles northwest of the Essex Road exit. Located at an elevation of 4,300 feet, the park is surrounded by one of the newest National Parks, Mojave National Preserve.
Coordinates
34.94547544 N
115.50932428 W
Access
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Site Types
- Tent Sites
Features
Drive Time
- 2 hrs 13 min from Lake Havasu City
- 2 hrs 55 min from Las Vegas
- 4 hrs 40 min from El Centro
- 4 hrs 52 min from San Diego
