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Things to see in Lancaster, California (United States): 8 places and when to go
Lancaster, California is a city in United States with around 226,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 8 places in and around it, mainly Food and drink (3), Nature (2), Wildlife (1). The best known are Angeles National Forest, Vasquez Rocks and Fairmont Butte. The best time to come is March to October; also possible: November to February. In June there are 14 h 19 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 41. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- United States · 34.698, -118.1358
- Population
- About 226,000
- Places
- 8 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Food and drink (3) · Nature (2) · Wildlife (1) · Mountains (1) · History (1) · With kids (1)
- Best time
- March to October.
- Also possible
- November to February.
- Nearest airport
- LAX Los Angeles, 88 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Vasquez Rocks, at 797 m.
What to see in Lancaster, California
The places in and around Lancaster, California, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Angeles National ForestNational forest in California29 km
- Vasquez RocksNatural Area Park in California, United States29 km
- Fairmont ButteGeographic feature in Los Angeles County, California25 km
- Dry Town Water ParkWaterpark in Palmdale, California17 km
- Lancaster Museum of Art and HistoryMuseum in Lancaster, California554 m
- Antelope Valley WineryWinery6.3 km
- Bravery BrewingBrewery4.5 km
- Lucky Luke BrewingBrewery9.1 km
When to go to Lancaster, California
The best time to visit Lancaster, California is March to October; also possible: November to February. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible9:55
- FebPossible10:45
- MarBest time11:44
- AprBest time12:53
- MayBest time13:49
- JunBest time14:19
- JulBest time14:07
- AugBest time13:18
- SepBest time12:12
- OctBest time11:06
- NovPossible10:09
- DecPossible9:41
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 14 h 19 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 41. In April, 8 of the 8 places are at their best.
When to go to United States in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Lancaster, California
The nearest main airport is Los Angeles International Airport (LAX, Los Angeles), 88 km as the crow flies. How to get around United States (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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- Universal City23 places65 km
- Mt Baldy13 places67 km
- Los Angeles42 places79 km
And all of United States, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Lancaster, California?
The best known: Angeles National Forest, Vasquez Rocks, Fairmont Butte, Dry Town Water Park, Lancaster Museum of Art and History. In all, 8 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Lancaster, California?
March to October; also possible: November to February. In June there are 14 h 19 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 41.
How do you get to Lancaster, California?
The nearest main airport is Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), 88 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Lancaster, California as the destination and these 8 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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