EXTRAORDINARY LANDSCAPES. ENDURING STORIES.

Avi Kwa Ame National Monument

A sacred Mojave landscape
Nevada
Scenic header: Independence Monument as seen from Rim Rock Drive is an icon of the larger national monument. · NPS Photo · Photo credits
TAKE TIME TO DISCOVER

A sacred Mojave landscape

Desert mountains and Joshua tree landscapes surround places sacred to Tribal Nations. Plan a public route that emphasizes learning, quiet observation and respect for cultural significance.

BUILD A MEMORABLE VISIT

What to explore

  • 01Spirit Mountain views
  • 02Joshua tree landscapes
  • 03Designated public routes

Before you go

Check exact land-manager guidance and roads. Do not enter sacred or archaeological places simply because a map shows nearby public land.

Give the place time

Choose a manageable walk, viewpoint or tour, and allow time for interpretation. Gateway areas help orient the visit; they are not exact entrance directions.

Make the details easy

Confirm the specific facilities, walking surfaces and vehicle access your group needs. Tours, transport and special access may require separate arrangements.

Check the official source for current access, hours, fees, reservations, permits and alerts. Photos may show earlier conditions. Suggested highlights are visit ideas, not a guarantee that every area is currently open.