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Slab City: Welcome to the last free place in America.
This is Slab City, California-A desert outpost unlike anywhere else on Earth. Known as “The last free place in America”, this off-grid community near the Salton Sea is wild, creative, unorthodox and free. No rent, no rules, no electricity grid and no limits. Its a social experiment, an art project and a symbol of freedom in the Californian desert. If you want creativity, adventure and desert magic, Slab City will blow your mind. Where is Slab City? Slab City is in Imperial County, about four miles east of Niland, California. It is near the Salton Sea surrounded by distant mountains and vast deserts. Once you leave the pavement behind, dusty…
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Joshua Tree National Park: See magic in the desert.
Joshua Tree National Park is like stepping into another world. Its a land of giant rocks, twisted trees and endless desert skies. This is where California shows off its wild side. Its beautiful, quirky and unforgettable all at once. First impressions. The park sits where two deserts meet. The Mojave and Colorado deserts collide in spectacular fashion here. That’s why the landscape feels so diverse. You are surrounded by wonder when you drive in. The Joshua trees themselves greet you proudly. They’re twisted, spiky and totally unique. The Joshua trees. These aren’t ordinary trees. Joshua trees look like they were dreamed up by Dr Seuss. Branches turn, twist and stretch…
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Mount Whitney (California): The Crown of the Sierra Nevada
Rising sharply above the rugged wilderness of eastern California, Mount Whitney is the tallest peak in the contiguous United States. It soars to an elevation of 14,505 feet (4,421 meters). Towering over the eastern edge of Sequoia National Park and the Inyo National Forest, Mount Whitney is more than just a geographical high point — it’s a magnet for climbers, hikers, nature lovers, and anyone seeking the kind of experience that only comes with standing at the very top of the lower 48. But reaching the summit of Mount Whitney is not just a hike; it’s a journey. Whether you’re trekking the grueling Mount Whitney Trail, completing the final leg…
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