Saline Valley
Route #8-
Vehicle needed:
high-clearance, but may require 4x4 in winter. Subject to winter closures.
Distance:
78 miles from Hwy 190 to Big Pine Road
Start:
13.7 miles west of Panamint Springs on Hwy 190
Camping:
yes
Description:
One of the most remote locations in California, this desert basin is surrounded by rugged mountains on all sides. Finest Joshua tree forest in the park located 8 miles in at Lee Flat. Also salt marsh, sand dunes, warm springs, and stunning views of Inyo Mountains.
