Natural
Kern County, CA
Approximate location — plotted from published sources, not a site visit, and not a guarantee of access.
BLM Area of Critical Environmental Concern on the Sierra Nevada desert fringe west of Ridgecrest, famous for spring wildflower displays (200+ species reported) and a short interpretive foot trail from a signed trailhead. Granite outcrops and alluvial fans mark the transition from Mojave scrub to mountain slopes.
| Region | Kern County, CA |
|---|---|
| Coordinates (approx.) | 35.7067, -117.8885 |
| Designation | BLM Short Canyon ACEC |
| Season | Peak wildflowers typically March–April |
| Nearby | Fossil Falls · Red Rock Canyon SP · Ridgecrest |
| Access | Signed BLM spur west of US-395 / local grid roads |
Public recreation data — BLM & Recreation.gov (RIDB). Verify current access, fees, and seasonal closures before traveling.
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