TAKE TIME TO DISCOVER
California grasslands & geological stories
An open valley, seasonal wetlands and the San Andreas Fault create a distinctive California landscape. Wildflowers can be spectacular in favorable years, but the quiet grasslands deserve attention in any season.
Bob Wick/BLM · Photo credits
BUILD A MEMORABLE VISIT
What to explore
- 01Soda Lake viewpoints
- 02Wallace Creek
- 03Painted Rock tours when available
Before you go
Check seasonal access, road surfaces and Painted Rock reservation requirements. Do not plan around guaranteed wildflower blooms.
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.