Maturango Museum Tours

Ready to connect with your inner archaeologist? Check out unique artifacts and gain an insight into long-gone civilizations at Maturango Museum.

This Ridgecrest exhibition of human history is an ideal spot to kick off your day of sightseeing. There's loads to do and see in the vicinity, like China Lake Golf Course, Cerro Coso Community College, and Leroy Jackson Park Sports Complex. Take your time at Maturango Museum before making tracks to these other fine sights.

Plan a trip to see Maturango Museum

Price found within the past 48 hours. Click for updated prices.
Kern Riverfront Lodge

Kern Riverfront Lodge

2.5 out of 5
Price was $552, price is now $491 per person
$491
per person
Jan 8 - Jan 13
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Orlando (MCO) to Inyokern (IYK)
9/10 Wonderful! (267 reviews)
Exceptional stay for my last-minute trip up there, close to all the bars and shops in Kernville. Walking distance from a creek and clean classy place.

Reviewed on Oct 4, 2025

The Kern Lodge

The Kern Lodge

2 out of 5
Price was $534, price is now $507 per person
$507
per person
Jan 15 - Jan 20
found 3 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Orlando (MCO) to Inyokern (IYK)
8.4/10 Very Good! (676 reviews)
Place was clean and comfy. Nice staff and very convenient location. I would come back.

Reviewed on Oct 16, 2025

Quiet Mind Lodge Retreat & Spa Sequoias

Quiet Mind Lodge Retreat & Spa Sequoias

3 out of 5
Price was $541, price is now $541 per person
$541
per person
Jan 8 - Jan 13
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Orlando (MCO) to Inyokern (IYK)
8.8/10 Excellent! (81 reviews)
Everything was great! If you are looking for a quiet place in the nature, Quiet Mind lodge is perfect place to stay. The staff is very friendly, room was clean, breakfast was better than we were expecting, we had a good size yogurt with oatmeal and blueberries, some bread coffe, juice, what else an i say.

Reviewed on Oct 15, 2025

Reviews of Maturango Museum

4.5
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
21
5 - Excellent 66%
4 - Good
7
4 - Good 22%
3 - Okay
4
3 - Okay 13%
2 - Disappointing
0
2 - Disappointing 0%
1 - Terrible
0
1 - Terrible 0%

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Love this little museum. I always take my 88 year old mother (in her wheelchair). She loves to see all the desert animals.

5/5 - Excellent

Louis

Great place to visit. Fabulous gift shop.

Popular places to visit

China Lake Golf Course

China Lake Golf Course

3.5/5(2 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Ridgecrest at China Lake Golf Course. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's desert landscape.

China Lake Golf Course

China Lake Museum

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in China Lake Museum during your travels in Ridgecrest. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the desert landscape in this family-friendly area.

China Lake Museum

Kern County Dog Park

Kern County Dog Park is just one of the places to see in Ridgecrest, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the lakeside or discover the desert landscape in this family-friendly area.

Kern County Dog Park

Petroglyph Park

You can learn about the history of Ridgecrest when you stop by Petroglyph Park. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the desert landscape in this family-friendly area.

Petroglyph Park

Leroy Jackson Park Sports Complex

4/5(7 reviews)

Catch an event at Leroy Jackson Park Sports Complex during your trip to Ridgecrest. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's desert landscape.

Leroy Jackson Park Sports Complex

Ridgecrest City Hall

4/5(9 reviews)

After visiting Ridgecrest City Hall, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Ridgecrest. Stroll along the area's lakeside or simply enjoy its coffeehouses.

Ridgecrest City Hall

Best Lodging Options Near Maturango Museum

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ridgecrest - China Lake by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ridgecrest - China Lake by IHG

2.5 out of 5
1010 N China Lake Blvd, Ridgecrest, CA
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ridgecrest - China Lake by IHG
Clarion Inn Near China Lake Naval Station

Clarion Inn Near China Lake Naval Station

3 out of 5
901 N China Lake Blvd, Ridgecrest, CA
Clarion Inn Near China Lake Naval Station
Best Western China Lake Inn

Best Western China Lake Inn

2.5 out of 5
400 S China Lake Blvd, Ridgecrest, CA
Best Western China Lake Inn
Quality Inn Near China Lake Naval Station

Quality Inn Near China Lake Naval Station

2.5 out of 5
507 South China Lake Blvd, Ridgecrest, CA
Quality Inn Near China Lake Naval Station
Days Inn by Wyndham Ridgecrest near China Lake Naval Station

Days Inn by Wyndham Ridgecrest near China Lake Naval Station

2 out of 5
201 W Inyokern Rd, Ridgecrest, CA
Days Inn by Wyndham Ridgecrest near China Lake Naval Station
Red Roof Inn Ridgecrest

Red Roof Inn Ridgecrest

2 out of 5
1050 North Norma Street, Building A, Ridgecrest, CA
Red Roof Inn Ridgecrest
Motel 6 Ridgecrest, CA - China Lake

Motel 6 Ridgecrest, CA - China Lake

2.5 out of 5
329 E Ridgecrest Blvd, Ridgecrest, CA
Motel 6 Ridgecrest, CA - China Lake
America Inn & Suites

America Inn & Suites

2 out of 5
553 South China Lake Boulevard, Ridgecrest, CA
America Inn & Suites
Springhill Suites by Marriott Ridgecrest

Springhill Suites by Marriott Ridgecrest

3 out of 5
113 E Sydnor Ave, Ridgecrest, CA
Springhill Suites by Marriott Ridgecrest
See all 53 properties in Maturango Museum
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Explore a world of travel with Expedia