The 7 Best Free Things to do in Barstow, California (CA)

January 24, 2022 Florencio Paulino

Barstow is a city in San Bernardino County, California, United States. The population was 22,639 at the 2010 census. Barstow is located 55 miles (89 km) north of San Bernardino.
Restaurants in Barstow

1. Rainbow Basin Natural Area

Fossil Bed Road 8 Miles North, Barstow, CA 92311 +1 702-808-5383 http://www.blm.gov/visit/search-details/15172/1
Excellent
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4.5 based on 116 reviews

Rainbow Basin Natural Area

This scenic desert area is good for hiking and other outdoor activities.

Reviewed By R4982MLchrisk

This was a great stop and easy to get to. From the Baymont Hotel, Barstow, take a left on Main St, another left on N 1st St and another left on Irwin Rd. It's about 8 miles. Drive 3 miles on a dirt, washboard road and then take a right into Rainbow Basin. It's very easy to get to and well marked. Once in the Basin, you will wander through a 5 mile dirt road through the formations. The road is good, any can can make it. The formations were so beautiful. Different colors and shapes. I went at sunset and the lighting made it interesting. Definitely a good stop of an hour or two.

2. Mojave River Valley Museum

270 E Virginia Way, Barstow, CA 92311-3923 +1 760-256-5452 http://mojaverivervalleymuseum.org/
Excellent
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4.5 based on 18 reviews

Mojave River Valley Museum

3. Outlets at Barstow

2796 Tanger Way, Barstow, CA 92311-9414 +1 760-253-4813 http://www.theoutletsatbarstow.com
Excellent
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Good
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Satisfactory
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Poor
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4.0 based on 438 reviews

Outlets at Barstow

Find great savings on merchandise from your favorite designer and name-brands direct from the manufacturer at stores like: Banana Republic, Fossil, Coach, Polo Ralph Lauren, Guess, Calvin Klein, Tommy Hilfiger, Nine West, Reebok and many more. Before you travel, check out the Tanger Outlet website to find the latest Coupons & Sales Offers for Tanger Outlets in Barstow. Or, when you arrive at the outlets, make your first stop Shopper Services to learn about the benefits of joining TangerClub (Tanger Club information is also available online). In Shopper Services you can purchase a coupon book full of great savings or if you are already a TangerClub member pick up a coupon book for free! Think Outlets, Think Tanger.

Reviewed By UNR1806 - Millbrae, United States

We were able to shop almost 70 percent off in all the branded outlets, Samsonite, Nike, Coach, Polo, Calvin Klein, Lacoste etc.

4. Route 66 Mother Road Museum

681 N 1st Ave, Barstow, CA 92311-2201 +1 760-255-1890 [email protected] http://www.route66museum.org/
Excellent
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Good
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Satisfactory
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Poor
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Terrible
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4.0 based on 210 reviews

Route 66 Mother Road Museum

Reviewed By TeamWard - Nottingham, United Kingdom

Another Route 66 Museum and was the last one we saw on our Route 66 holiday, one of the best with lots of memorabilia and interesting photographs, excellent staff who were happy to talk, well worth a visit.

5. California Welcome Center

2796 Tanger Way Ste 100, Barstow, CA 92311-9414 +1 760-253-4782 [email protected] https://www.visitcalifornia.com/attraction/california-welcome-center-barstow
Excellent
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4.0 based on 32 reviews

California Welcome Center

6. Barstow Station

1611 E Main St, Barstow, CA 92311-3294 +1 760-256-0366 http://www.barstowstation.net
Excellent
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3.5 based on 241 reviews

Barstow Station

Whether you are looking for a place to take a rest, have some fun, use the restroom, engage in a history lesson, or collect souvenirs, we have it all here at Barstow Station. During your visit, you can grab great food, see interesting people, and stock up on supplies before hitting the road again. Barstow Station is home to more than 16 different vendors, including well-known names like McDonald's and Dunkin' Donuts. Best of all, we have Wi-Fi, clean and inviting drivers' lounges, a liquor store, and clean restrooms. Looking for lotto tickets? Our family-owned fun spot is the fourth largest seller in the state of California. We have even made some millionaires!

Reviewed By frankc699 - Los Angeles, United States

I always stop here on my way to Vegas. It’s about a half way point for me. Perfect to get out of the car and stretch, use the restroom, grab a bite and take off for the long haul. Inside they have a McDonald’s, subway, Panda Express, a Popeyes located outside and all kinds of other collectible items in the station like kick ass hot sauce, flasks, snacks etc. there is a train station behind as well. Parking is large but can get pretty crowded on the weekends.

7. Desert Discovery Center

831 Barstow Rd, Barstow, CA 92311-3903 +1 760-252-6060 http://www.desertdiscoverycenter.com/
Excellent
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Good
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Satisfactory
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Poor
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3.5 based on 15 reviews

Desert Discovery Center

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