PSLocal

Hi,

I have to agree about Primm. If the primary motivation is the roller coaster, I'd head on in to Vegas. Others have posted good information and links about what's available there in that regard.

So with respect to your trip from PS to LV---there are a number of options depending on your interests.

I wouldn't really say Joshua Tree is a casual side trip between two points. It is worthy of much more than that.

One possibility I can think of though is Mojave National Preserve. There is a pretty interesting cave there call Mitchell Caverns, as well as a restored part of the old historic Kelso Train Depot nearby. You can take a look at the website, plus lots of YT videos http://www.birdandhike.com/Areas/MOJ..._MOJA_Area.htm

If you go to the top of the tram in PS, be sure to bring warm clothing. It would be still be snowy and cold up top, depending on the winter. The consensus among the weather gurus is we are headed into an El Nino cycle, which typically means wet weather.

PSL

PSLocal

Ok, something caught my eye after I posted. Mitchell Caverns is apparently "closed for renovation" till further notice. Too bad as this really is an amazing cave tour. If you have any interest it would pay to check back sometime in advance of your trip.