• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
Destinations.ai

Destinations.ai

We make it easy to find the perfect travel destination

  • Where
  • When
  • Destinations
  • Blog
  • Show Search
Hide Search

15 Best Things To Do in Ridgecrest, CA

Ridgecrest is located in the eastern Mojave Desert and is a popular tourist destination for its natural beauty and close proximity to Las Vegas. The town is home to China Lake's Naval Weapons Station, which employs more than thousands of people, making it one of the largest employers in the area. Ridgecrest also has a number of museums, including the Maturango Museum, which is dedicated to the culture and history of the local Native American tribes. The town is also home to a number of annual events, including the Ridgecrest Petroglyph Festival, which celebrates the ancient rock art of the area.

Current Conditions

Weather in May


0" of rainfall
76.4 ° average temp
0" of snow

Ratings

Active Life
Arts
Food
Hotels / Travel
Local Flavor
Nightlife
Shopping


Ridgecrest Weather by Month


Looking for a potential month to visit Ridgecrest? The following graph illustrates the monthly highs, lows and averages of temperature, rain and snow in Ridgecrest.



Places to Stay in Ridgecrest


Use the interactive map to find lodging and a place to stay during your visit to Ridgecrest. The interactive map includes hotels, vacation rentals, BnBs and more.



Best Tours in Ridgecrest


Fill your day with these top-rated tours in Ridgecrest.



Best Things to do in Ridgecrest, CA


These are the best things to do in the greater Ridgecrest area listed by outdoor activities, arts and museums, restaurants and nightlife.


Outdoor Activities in Ridgecrest


Kern River Outfitters
★★★★★

Kern River Outfitters

Learn More
Eagle Rafting
★★★★★

Eagle Rafting

Learn More
High Desert Fitness
★★★★★

High Desert Fitness

Learn More


Museums in Ridgecrest


Quail Run Ranch
★★★★★

Quail Run Ranch

Learn More
Ashot Dumanyan - Violinist & Music Instructor
★★★★★

Ashot Dumanyan - Violinist & Music Instructor

Learn More
Moe's Music
★★★★★

Moe's Music

Learn More


Restaurants in Ridgecrest


Roaming Dog Kitchen
★★★★★

Roaming Dog Kitchen

Learn More
Korean Market & BBQ
★★★★★

Korean Market & BBQ

Learn More
La Michoacana
★★★★★

La Michoacana

Learn More


Nightlife in Ridgecrest


Vintage Havana Cigar Lounge
★★★★★

Vintage Havana Cigar Lounge

Learn More
Moe's Music
★★★★★

Moe's Music

Learn More
Flight Line Tap Room
★★★★☆

Flight Line Tap Room

Learn More


Similar Destinations to Ridgecrest


If you enjoy the weather, attractions and the things to do in Ridgecrest, check out these comparable destinations as potential alternatives.

Montgomery, AL


As Alabama’s capital, Montgomery lies on the Alabama River and offers multiple sightseeing opportunities, such as the Montgomery zoo and…

Columbus, GA


Back in the day, Columbus was known for being the industrial center in the region, but today it’s more of an entertainment spot, which has…

Shreveport, LA


Looking for a city that’s equal parts nature and equal parts urban? Shreveport is just the place. Besides the outdoors, especially the…

Killeen, TX


Killeen is notoriously known for the Luby’s Shooting that took place in 1991 at the cafeteria of the same name. However, the city has…

Durant, OK


Durant is an important city for travelers because it is the birthplace of American country music singer and songwriter Toby Keith. The Toby…



Other Activities in Ridgecrest


Quail Run Ranch
★★★★★

Quail Run Ranch

Learn More
CA Mountain Rentals
★★★★★

CA Mountain Rentals

Learn More
Wolf Limousine
★★★★★

Wolf Limousine

Learn More

Destinations.ai

Copyright © 2022 · Destinations.ai