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Cars and Stripes Car Show: A Celebration of Community and Country: Ridgecrest is notoriously patriotic, a reputation earned through decades of community traditions that honor service, sacrifice, and unity. This spirit is especially evident each year on the first Saturday in September, when the city hosts one of its most meaningful and beloved events: Cars and Stripes Saturday. What began as a solemn act of remembrance has grown into a powerful day-long experience that blends reflection, community, and celebration.

Welcome Center Helps Visitors Find Fun: “What is there to do for fun around here?” It’s often the first question visitors ask when they arrive in a new city—and how we answer matters.

Trona Pinnacles: A Short Drive to Another World: A short drive to the east of Ridgecrest will transport you to what appears to be a different world when you visit the Trona Pinnacles.

The Story of US Hwy. 395 in California: US Highway 395 runs for 632 miles from Hesperia, California, to New Pine Creek, California, at the Oregon state line.

Things to Check Out in Ridgecrest: According to Wikipedia, Inyokern has the highest insolation of any locale on the North American continent, having more than 355 days of sunshine each year, hence its motto: The Sunshine Capital of America.

Cycling the Eastern Sierra: Mountains, Desert, California's Ultimate Bike Route: The Eastern Sierra stands apart as one of California’s most dramatic cycling destinations. Situated on the east side of the Sierra Nevada mountain range, this region is one of the most topographically diverse and beautiful landscapes in our country. It appears to be a place where time has stood still, with vast plains of uncultivated lands and small towns that are few and far between. For cyclists, this solitude is a gift.

Three Museums Bring You the History of Ridgecrest: A brief stay in Ridgecrest, California – located at the southeastern base of the Sierra Nevada Mountain range and on the upper Mojave Desert – will allow you to experience and enjoy the quiet yet active life that the area brings.