5
Best Road Trips from Los Angeles
road trip #1
Joshua Tree National Park
This national park , and is named for its most famous flora: the Yucca brevifolia tree of Dr. Seuss-like proportions.
Getting There
Distance from Los Angeles: 131 miles
Drive time without stops (or traffic): 2 hours, 10 mins
road trip #2
Death Valley National Park
An even more intense desert experience. There's plenty to see, with canyons, waterfalls, or otherworldly sand dunes.
Getting There
Distance from Los Angeles: 214 miles
– Drive time without stops (or traffic): 3 hours, 30 mins
road trip #3
San Diego
Catch a different kind of vibe with San Diego's laid-back atmosphere plus tons of cultural and outdoorsy attractions
Getting There
Distance from Los Angeles: 129 miles
Drive time without stops (or traffic): 2 hours
road trip #4
Santa Barbara
For a chic weekend getaway, take a drive up the coast to Santa Barbara, a pleasant haven of beaches, vineyards, and historic architecture.
Getting There
Distance from Los Angeles: 95 miles
Drive time without stops (or traffic): 1 hour, 50 mins
road trip #5
Palm Springs
This city oasis in the desert is ideal for a relaxing weekend road trip to find mid-century architecture and much, much more.
Getting There
Distance from Los Angeles: 107 miles
Drive time without stops (or traffic): 1 hour, 45 mins