CThe Constitution App
Stay curious
← California

The civic atlas / city / ca

In Barstow,
look closer.

A starting point for the public places, stories, and questions that make Barstow its own.

1 verified placesCalifornia
National Monument
monument

Castle Mountains National Monument

Barstow, CA

Castle Mountains represents some of the most unique elements of the Mojave Desert. Nestled between the Nevada state line and Mojave National Preserve, the nearly 21,000 acres of Castle Mountains boasts Joshua tree forests, unbroken natural landscapes, rare desert grasslands, and rich human history. This intriguing area provides serenity and solitude from nearby metropolitan areas.