 |  | The Colorado River, in the Needles area, provides some of the finest boating and water skiing anywhere. With a current of 4 to 8 miles an hour, wakes disappear rapidly, leaving the smooth, "glass" that all water skiers are looking for. Fishermen will love our hefty rainbow trout, catfish, crappie, largemouth bass and strippers that are found here in the spring. For boat, tubes, kneeboards or ski rentals, contact Park Moabi Marina. Telephone 760-326-4777. For canoe trips or rentals, contact Jerkwater Canoes. 520-768-7753.
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| | Mitchell Caverns are located in the Providence Mountains about 60 miles west of Needles. These caverns are limestone caves that feature stalactites, stalagmites, flow-stone and other formations of interest. Cavern tours, lasting a little more than an hour, are available. The caverns are closed to visitors between June 16 and September 15th. 760-389-2881
Southern California Mojave Desert Mitchell Caverns is the real thing. Some 250 million years old since it started to form, today it's open to view. Mitchell Caverns is truly an interesting and unique formation of stalactites and stalagmites created in lime, acidic water, carbon dioxide and calcite crystals. Mitchell Caverns is a California State Park, located off I-40 between Barstow and Needles, California, and is reached on a good 17 mile blacktop road.
Inside the caverns a constant 65 degrees makes it comfortable any time of the year, and areas open to the public have stairs, railings and special lighting. These limestone caves offer another first hand look at Mother Nature's beauty and almost unbelievable creations. The caverns are open the year round, and guided tours are available September 10th through June 15th. Days and hours are Monday through Friday, 1:30 pm and 3:00 pm. Special group tours can be arranged by writing 3 weeks in advance to Providence Mountain State Recreation Area. P.O. Box 1, Essex, CA or call 760 389 2281. Vehicles touring the area should be in good condition and fueled up, as there are no services of any kind within 70 miles (Essex or Ludlow on I-40). The area is well maintained by the state and is located within the boundaries of the National Preserve between I-15 and I-40, California.
The tours run about one hour and fifteen minutes, and for campers, there are primitive campsites available for a slight charge. A unique and educational adventure for the entire family.
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Needles Municipal Golf Course