Things to Do Near Cinder Cone Strip (Fossil Falls) (CINDER)
Cinder Cone Strip (Fossil Falls) (CINDER) is a general aviation airport in Ridgecrest, California, at 3,320 ft field elevation with a 2,100 ft runway. 1 spot is right on the field, perfect for a $100 hamburger. Hard-pan lakebed strip beside a BLM volcanic cinder cone — the Fossil Falls lava formation is a 10-minute walk from the aircraft.
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Fossil Falls (BLM)
One of the most remarkable geological sites in California — ancient lava flows were scoured into polished bowls, chutes, and falls by the Owens River 10,000 years ago. Walk 10 minutes from the strip.
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The Big Red Cinder Cone rises 700 feet above the surrounding lava field — scramble to the rim for views across the Owens Valley and into the Coso Volcanic Field.
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Owens Valley Desert Camping
Camp on BLM land beside the aircraft — the Owens Valley has clean desert air, extraordinary stargazing, and is perfectly positioned for exploring the Eastern Sierra or Death Valley.
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Grumpy Bear's Retreat
Burger restaurant
98887 Kennedy Meadows Road, Inyokern
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