Ash Meadows National Wildlife Refuge

Dozens of springs rise from the desert here, home to endemic pupfish and other species found nowhere else. A short boardwalk at Crystal Spring and a drive to Devils Hole give you the highlights. It is quiet and almost always empty.

Good to know

• Look for pupfish in clear springs
• Sealed and gravel roads, check the refuge map

Best time

Spring or fall

Getting there

Mostly gravel roads, 2WD fine in dry weather

Vehicles

Fine in any car

Dogs

Dogs on a lead

Facilities

• Toilets

The location is approximate. Check the official website before you go.

Data: Roadtrip. Things change: check opening times, prices and rules before you go.