Road trip from Albuquerque to Bakersfield
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ITINERARY
13h 59m802 miles31 stops
1
Betty's Bath and Day Spa
Betty's features two outdoor hot tubs and saunas, massages, facials, restorative spa treatments, lounge and relaxation areas in a xeriscaped garden setting, and a specialty boutique with natural and scintillating bath & body products as well as sassy and stylish affordable accessories.
2
La Cumbre Brewing Company
3
Hinkle Fun Center
Hinkle Family Fun Center is Albuquerque's Premier Family Entertainment Destination located in sunny New Mexico. Hinkle Family Fun Center features two scenic 18 hole Miniature Golf Courses, a 1/8 mile twisting Go Kart Track, Rock Climbing, two Game Rooms and Prize Centers with over 150 redemption and arcade games, Bumper Boats, Bungee Jump Trampoline, a 4500 square foot black light themed Lazer Tag arena, XD Dark Ride, Lazer Frenzy, Bumper Cars, Light Space, Birthday Parties, Group Events and Cody’s Cafe too! Celebrating 25 years of making memories that matter!
4
9/11 Remembrance Garden
5
Winlsow Chamber of Commerce and Visitor Center
6
The Museum Club
Put on your dancing shoes and get ready to "two step" at this popular authentic western saloon that is built around five standing tree trunks. Each night features a live country western band to entertain you.
7
Castle Mountains National Monument
8
Main Street Murals
9
Skyline Drive-in
10
Giant Fire Helmet
11
Barstow Harvey House
12
Treasure House Mall
13
Outlets at Barstow
Find great savings on merchandise from your favorite designer and name-brands direct from the manufacturer at stores like: Banana Republic, Fossil, Coach, Polo Ralph Lauren, Guess, Calvin Klein, Tommy Hilfiger, Nine West, Reebok and many more. Before you travel, check out the Tanger Outlet website to find the latest Coupons & Sales Offers for Tanger Outlets in Barstow. Or, when you arrive at the outlets, make your first stop Shopper Services to learn about the benefits of joining TangerClub (Tanger Club information is also available online). In Shopper Services you can purchase a coupon book full of great savings or if you are already a TangerClub member pick up a coupon book for free! Think Outlets, Think Tanger.
14
Mojave Narrows Regional Park Camping
Some 1,500 species of watchable wildlife call this lush stretch of habitat along the Mojave River home, making it a magnet for bird-watchers, horseback riders and campers. The park’s two lakes not only attract migratory birds but also make it a popular fishing spot.You can bring your own mount or rent horses and ponies from the on-site stables.Mojave Narrows’ flat, open terrain includes pastures surrounded by cottonwood and willow trees. The park, located in the Victor Valley area, boasts lots of activities for visitors. Facilities include group and RV campsites ( some with lake views), a playground, waterpark, picnic shelters and hiking trails. A low ropes course is also planned.
15
Holiday Skate Center
16
Adelanto Stadium
17
Thien Vien Chan Nguyen Buddhist Meditation Center
18
El Mirage Lake
19
Furys Sports Bar
20
Desert Tortoise Natural Area
21
Indian Pools Trail
22
Central Park
23
Wine Resources
We are a winery, with a tasting room, Thief & Barrel, on premise. Stop by, take a tour, taste wine and explore. We are a custom crush facility for the small lot and commercial winemaker. We are committed to wine education from ground to glass and look forward to sharing our interest, commitment and the fruits of our labor with you. Stop by and visit. We look forward to meeting you.
24
Mountain Spirit Center
25
Tomo-Kahni State HIstoric Park
Tomo-Kahni State Historic Park was created as a unit of California State Parks in 1993 to protect and preserve the integrity of this unique site. Nestled atop a ridge in the Tehachapi Mountains, overlooking Sand Canyon to the east and the Tehachapi valley to the west, Tomo-Kahni, or "Winter Village," was the site of a Kawaiisu (Nuwa) village. The location was likely chosen for its moderate temperature and plentiful resources. The Kawaiisu migrated from the Great Basin and made the Tehachapi their home for two to three thousand years. The Kawaiisu are noted for their finely woven baskets of intricate and colorful design. Tour Information Due to the extremely sensitive nature of the site, Tomo-Kahni is available to the public by tour only. These tours are led by trained State Park Volunteers on weekends during the spring and fall months.
26
Tehachapi Visitor Center
The Tehachapi Freedom Plaza & Visitor Center features a stunning one-of-a-kind monument in celebration and recognition of the five branches of the military, and in honor of the men and women who have served and are now serving. The Visitor Center is a welcoming place for tourists, and residents, to learn about all the amazing things that Tehachapi has to offer - including places to visit, things to do and events to attend. Staffed entirely by community volunteers, the Center is open Thursday through Monday, 10 am to 4 pm.
27
California Fruit Depot
28
Peacocks at Hart Park
29
Ethels Old Corral
30
Buck Owens' Crystal Palace
Combination, Steakhouse, theater and a museum housing memorabilia spanning Buck Owens' 40 year career in country music.
31
The Park at River Walk
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OVERVIEW
Albuquerque to Bakersfield
1
Start:Betty's Bath and Day Spa
Albuquerque, New Mexico·
4.5
(98) review
Betty's features two outdoor hot tubs and saunas, massages, facials, restorative spa treatments, lounge and relaxation areas in a xeriscaped garden setting, and a specialty boutique with natural and scintillating bath & body products as well as sassy and stylish affordable accessories.
2
Start:La Cumbre Brewing Company
Albuquerque, New Mexico·
4.5
(92) review
3313 Girard Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM 87107-1930
3
Start:Hinkle Fun Center
Albuquerque, New Mexico·
4.0
(95) review
Hinkle Family Fun Center is Albuquerque's Premier Family Entertainment Destination located in sunny New Mexico. Hinkle Family Fun Center features two scenic 18 hole Miniature Golf Courses, a 1/8 mile twisting Go Kart Track, Rock Climbing, two Game Rooms and Prize Centers with over 150 redemption and arcade games, Bumper Boats, Bungee Jump Trampoline, a 4500 square foot black light themed Lazer Tag arena, XD Dark Ride, Lazer Frenzy, Bumper Cars, Light Space, Birthday Parties, Group Events and Cody’s Cafe too! Celebrating 25 years of making memories that matter!
4
Start:9/11 Remembrance Garden
Winslow, Arizona·
4.5
(91) review
East 3rd Street and Transcon Lane, Winslow, AZ 86047
5
Start:Winlsow Chamber of Commerce and Visitor Center
Winslow, Arizona·
4.5
(9) review
523 W Second St, Winslow, AZ 86047-3319
6
Start:The Museum Club
Flagstaff, Arizona·
4.0
(99) review
Put on your dancing shoes and get ready to "two step" at this popular authentic western saloon that is built around five standing tree trunks. Each night features a live country western band to entertain you.
7
Start:Castle Mountains National Monument
Barstow, California·
4.5
(2) review
unnamed dirt road off of Lanfair Road in Mojave National Preserve, Barstow, CA 92364
8
Start:Main Street Murals
Barstow, California·
4.0
(8) review
Route 66, Barstow, CA
9
Start:Skyline Drive-in
Barstow, California·
4.5
(62) review
31175 US Highway 58, Barstow, CA 92311-1914
10
Start:Giant Fire Helmet
Barstow, California·
5.0
(4) review
861 Barstow Rd, Barstow, CA 92311-3903
11
Start:Barstow Harvey House
Barstow, California·
4.0
(78) review
681 N 1st Ave, Barstow, CA 92311-2201
12
Start:Treasure House Mall
Barstow, California·
4.5
(7) review
236 E Main St # 300, Barstow, CA 92311-2321
13
Start:Outlets at Barstow
Barstow, California·
4.0
(448) review
Find great savings on merchandise from your favorite designer and name-brands direct from the manufacturer at stores like: Banana Republic, Fossil, Coach, Polo Ralph Lauren, Guess, Calvin Klein, Tommy Hilfiger, Nine West, Reebok and many more. Before you travel, check out the Tanger Outlet website to find the latest Coupons & Sales Offers for Tanger Outlets in Barstow. Or, when you arrive at the outlets, make your first stop Shopper Services to learn about the benefits of joining TangerClub (Tanger Club information is also available online). In Shopper Services you can purchase a coupon book full of great savings or if you are already a TangerClub member pick up a coupon book for free! Think Outlets, Think Tanger.
14
Start:Mojave Narrows Regional Park Camping
Victorville, California·
4.0
(59) review
Some 1,500 species of watchable wildlife call this lush stretch of habitat along the Mojave River home, making it a magnet for bird-watchers, horseback riders and campers. The park’s two lakes not only attract migratory birds but also make it a popular fishing spot.You can bring your own mount or rent horses and ponies from the on-site stables.Mojave Narrows’ flat, open terrain includes pastures surrounded by cottonwood and willow trees. The park, located in the Victor Valley area, boasts lots of activities for visitors. Facilities include group and RV campsites ( some with lake views), a playground, waterpark, picnic shelters and hiking trails. A low ropes course is also planned.
15
Start:Holiday Skate Center
Victorville, California·
4.0
(6) review
14950 Palmdale Rd, Victorville, CA 92392-2506
16
Start:Adelanto Stadium
Adelanto, California·
4.0
(16) review
12000 Stadium Rd, Adelanto, CA 92301-3400
17
Start:Thien Vien Chan Nguyen Buddhist Meditation Center
Adelanto, California·
5.0
(1) review
20635 US Highway 395, Adelanto, CA 92301-9225
18
Start:El Mirage Lake
Adelanto, California·
4.5
(8) review
20471 Mountain View Rd, Adelanto, CA 92301
19
Start:Furys Sports Bar
Ridgecrest, California·
4.5
(6) review
1353 W Inyokern Rd, Ridgecrest, CA 93555-8514
20
Start:Desert Tortoise Natural Area
California City, California·
4.0
(17) review
Randsburg Mojave Road, California City, CA 93505
21
Start:Indian Pools Trail
Lakeshore, Huntington Lake, California·
4.5
(3) review
China Peak Back Parking Lot, Lakeshore, Huntington Lake, CA 93634
22
Start:Central Park
California City, California·
3.0
(10) review
10400 Heather Ave, California City, CA 93505-2228
23
Start:Wine Resources
Lancaster, Lancaster County, Pennsylvania·
(0) review
We are a winery, with a tasting room, Thief & Barrel, on premise. Stop by, take a tour, taste wine and explore. We are a custom crush facility for the small lot and commercial winemaker. We are committed to wine education from ground to glass and look forward to sharing our interest, commitment and the fruits of our labor with you. Stop by and visit. We look forward to meeting you.
24
Start:Mountain Spirit Center
Tehachapi, California·
4.5
(8) review
8400 Juniper Way, Tehachapi, CA 93561-9315
25
Start:Tomo-Kahni State HIstoric Park
Tehachapi, California·
4.5
(7) review
Tomo-Kahni State Historic Park was created as a unit of California State Parks in 1993 to protect and preserve the integrity of this unique site. Nestled atop a ridge in the Tehachapi Mountains, overlooking Sand Canyon to the east and the Tehachapi valley to the west, Tomo-Kahni, or "Winter Village," was the site of a Kawaiisu (Nuwa) village. The location was likely chosen for its moderate temperature and plentiful resources. The Kawaiisu migrated from the Great Basin and made the Tehachapi their home for two to three thousand years. The Kawaiisu are noted for their finely woven baskets of intricate and colorful design. Tour Information Due to the extremely sensitive nature of the site, Tomo-Kahni is available to the public by tour only. These tours are led by trained State Park Volunteers on weekends during the spring and fall months.
26
Start:Tehachapi Visitor Center
Tehachapi, California·
4.5
(6) review
The Tehachapi Freedom Plaza & Visitor Center features a stunning one-of-a-kind monument in celebration and recognition of the five branches of the military, and in honor of the men and women who have served and are now serving. The Visitor Center is a welcoming place for tourists, and residents, to learn about all the amazing things that Tehachapi has to offer - including places to visit, things to do and events to attend. Staffed entirely by community volunteers, the Center is open Thursday through Monday, 10 am to 4 pm.
27
Start:California Fruit Depot
Bakersfield, California·
5.0
(72) review
10854 Redbank Rd, Bakersfield, CA 93307-9143
28
Start:Peacocks at Hart Park
Bakersfield, California·
4.0
(55) review
River Rd, Bakersfield, CA
29
Start:Ethels Old Corral
Bakersfield, California·
4.5
(7) review
4310 Alfred Harrell Hwy, Bakersfield, CA 93308-9606
30
Start:Buck Owens' Crystal Palace
Bakersfield, California·
4.5
(564) review
Combination, Steakhouse, theater and a museum housing memorabilia spanning Buck Owens' 40 year career in country music.
31
Start:The Park at River Walk
Bakersfield, California·
4.0
(65) review
11200 Stockdale Highway, Bakersfield, CA
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