Children's Museums

Hi-Desert Nature Museum

Name: Hi-Desert Nature Museum
Address: 57090 29 Palms Hwy, Yucca Valley, CA 92284, Yucca Valley, CA, US
Telephone: (760) 369-7212
Rating: 4.7

★★★★☆ 4.7 (216 reviews)

📍 57090 29 Palms Hwy, Yucca Valley, CA 92284

📞 (760) 369-7212

🌐 hidesertnaturemuseum.org

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🕐 Hours

Monday	Closed
Tuesday	Closed
Wednesday	9:30 AM–5:30 PM
Thursday	9:30 AM–5:30 PM
Friday	9:30 AM–5:30 PM
Saturday	9:30 AM–5:30 PM
Sunday	Closed

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About Hi-Desert Nature Museum

Educational museum of desert ecosystems. Interactive museum detailing the flora, fauna & geological nature of the surrounding desert. Hi-Desert Nature Museum offers completely free admission to multiple major events including First Saturday Cart Talks, Repti-Palooza Family Fun Day, and the Turtle Travels exhibit, with no registration required. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 216 visitors.

Quick Facts

Type: Natural History Museum
Best For: All ages
Highlights: Mini-Zoo, Turtle Travels interactive exhibit, Giant Rock digital archive, hands-on Cart Talks
Admission: Many events free; summer camps $50
Hours: Wed–Sat 9:30am–5:30pm

💡 Did You Know?

⭐Hi-Desert Nature Museum offers completely free admission to multiple major events including First Saturday Cart Talks, Repti-Palooza Family Fun Day, and the Turtle Travels exhibit, with no registration required
⭐The museum features 'Our Giant Rock: A Community Touchstone in the Mojave,' a digital exhibit focused on a significant local geological landmark in the Mojave Desert
⭐Turtle Travels is an interactive educational program combining an interactive game board exhibit with turtle tracking activities designed to teach youth about turtle protection
⭐The museum offers hands-on Cart Talks featuring tactile educational materials including animal skulls and fur textures, held regularly on First Saturdays with live animal education components

💬 What Visitors Say

💬Attend First Saturday Cart Talks (held at 10am and 3pm) for free, hands-on education featuring animal skulls, fur textures, and live animal presentations—no registration required, making it perfect for spontaneous visits.
💡Mark your calendar for Repti-Palooza (June 13, 2026, 10am-2pm) for free live reptile shows and interactive booths across the venue—a great family event with no registration needed.
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💡The Turtle Travels interactive exhibit combines learning with hands-on turtle tracking activities—engage with this exhibit during your visit to maximize the educational experience around local conservation efforts.
💡Consider the 3-day Junior Naturalist Summer Camp ($50 per camper, June 17-19, 2026) for deeper outdoor exploration and nature education—excellent value for an immersive experience beyond standard museum visits.