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Desert Schoolhouse Museum RV Retreat
Attraction
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Essex, CA
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Over 45ft
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Same Day Requests
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Pets Allowed
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4.92
Rating
327
Reviews
2
Years Hosting
Extra Nights Available
Host offers up to 3 extra nights.
Electric Hookups Available
30A and 50A available.
Generators Allowed
This Host allows you to use your generator.
About
This location sits on historic grounds right along Route 66, featuring a 1914 schoolhouse museum and an expansive outdoor collection of artifacts spanning the region's rich past. Visitors can explore displays related to mining operations, homesteading, railroad history, and General Patton's Desert Training Center, all thoughtfully arranged across 75+ acres of desert landscape. A self-guided tour booklet helps guests navigate the extensive collection at their own pace, making it easy to spend hours discovering the area's heritage.
The property welcomes RV guests with full hookup sites available, along with shower facilities, restrooms, laundry equipment, and a BBQ area—all perfectly suited for comfortable overnight stays or longer explorations. Multiple parking options accommodate various rig sizes, from pull-through sites to dispersed boondocking areas, giving guests flexibility in choosing their ideal spot. The peaceful desert setting, combined with stunning sunrises and sunsets, creates an exceptional backdrop for rest and reflection.
Guests consistently praise the knowledgeable and welcoming staff and volunteers who go out of their way to enhance every visit. Whether offering detailed tours of the schoolhouse, providing printed guides for self-exploration, or helping guests find the perfect parking spot for their specific needs, the team demonstrates genuine passion for sharing the location's history. The combination of easy access from Route 66, proximity to the Mojave National Preserve, and an abundance of things to discover makes this an ideal base camp for desert exploration.
Suitability
Pets Allowed
Water Hookup Available
Electric Hookup Available: 30A, 50A
Generators Allowed
Wifi
RV Dump Station
Slideouts Allowed
Separate Tow Vehicle Parking
Amenities
Gift Shop
Hiking
Historical Exhibit
Picnic/Patio Area
Parking & Arrival
Total Length:
Over 45 ft
Parking Spaces:
10
Parking Surface:
Dirt
Parking Map
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