Whether you live in Victorville, California, or you're just passing through, you'll be surprised by the number of summer activities you can do while you're here. Victorville's outdoor fun lets you enjoy the area's weather and scenery, or you can check out some of the indoor activities that are popular around town if you want to be inside where the air stays cool. The team at Victorville Chevrolet put together this list of places you can go to make your summer the best one yet.
High Desert Farmers Market
Location: 18422 Bear Valley Road, Victorville
Hours: 8 a.m. to noon every Thursday year-round
Since 1992, the High Desert Farmers Market has been bringing together farmers and local craftspeople so they can offer their products to local residents who want a connection to where their food and goods come from. In addition to farm fresh produce and eggs, you can also find vendors selling a variety of prepared foods, unique fashions, and tasty treats for humans and their pups.
Enjoy a refreshing beverage while you walk around the market with a cup of coffee from Brew & Moo Coffee or Jitters Mini Donuts and Coffee or something from Freshly Squeezed for a healthier option. You might find the perfect gift for a friend's birthday or a family member's upcoming wedding at vendors such as Magnetic Angela, Stone and Leaf Tea Co., or Mad Mabel's Misadventures. It's always a good time with good people at the High Desert Farmers Market.
Molly Brown's Country Cafe
Location: 13778 Hesperia Road and 15775 Mojave Drive, Victorville
Hours: 6 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. daily
You have lots of dining options around Victorville, but for a fine country dining experience, Molly Brown's Country Cafe is the place to go. In the summer, many customers enjoy the garden skillet for breakfast. It comes with a bed of fried potatoes cooked with diced tomatoes, bell peppers, onions, broccoli, and sliced mushrooms, topped with melted cheese and two eggs any style. The chicken apple sausage and eggs, blueberry pancakes, and California omelette are also popular menu items in the summer. Add a bakery fresh cinnamon roll or some pumpkin bread to your order for a memorable meal.
Go for lunch to enjoy a bowl of soup or chili or one of Molly Brown's delectable sandwiches or burgers that are perfect on a hot summer's day. Top off your meal with a scoop of ice cream to help keep you cool when you head out the door.
The Mall of Victor Valley
Location: 14400 Bear Valley Road, Suite 735, Victorville
Hours: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sunday (individual store hours may vary)
When you're looking for a place to stay cool this summer, why not head to The Mall of Victor Valley? You can peruse the air-conditioned stores to find everything from the hottest trends in summer clothes to sandals that'll match every summer outfit. Pick out a ring or necklace for that special someone at one of the many jewelry stores, or get yourself a special treat at See's Candies. Shopping is sure to make you hungry, so plan on getting a meal at one of the food locations found in the mall. Some of your options include:
- Mongolian Grill.
- Manny's Reloaded.
- Red Lobster.
- Subway.
- Cinnabon.
- Hot Dog on a Stick.
California Route 66 Museum
Location: 16825 S. D St., Victorville
Hours: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursday through Saturday and 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sunday
Route 66 was a major thoroughfare when motorized vehicle transportation was still a fairly new concept. The road eventually began to deteriorate, and people used other ways to get across the country. Today, many people enjoy taking the scenic and historical Route 66 to see quaint towns and small museums, such as the California Route 66 Museum right here in Victorville. This museum is full of local history and information about the historic route that saw so much traffic from the '30s to the '50s. You'll find lots of great photo opportunities in this interactive museum.
Get your picture behind the wheel of an old Volkswagen bus complete with a flower paint job. See what it was like to gas up an old Ford Model T. And take your time as you look around at all the artifacts that help bring history to life.
Mojave Narrows Regional Park
Location: 18000 Yates Road, Victorville
Hours: 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursday through Monday
At Mojave Narrows Regional Park, you'll find all sorts of fun summer activities you can participate in. Go early before it gets hot to get some incredible shots of local wildlife. Bring your fishing pole and try your luck at either Pelican or Horseshoe Lake. Because they stock one of the lakes every Thursday, you're sure to catch something. Disc golf is always fun, and the 18-hole course at Mojave Narrows is ideal for all skill levels.
Bring your tent or RV and camp at one of the camping sites at this beautiful regional park. There are 38 sites for RVs with full hookups and 31 tent camping sites right along the shoreline of both Pelican and Horseshoe Lakes. Staying overnight gives you more time to hike one of the many trails in the park. No matter your skill level, there's a hiking trail at Mojave Narrows to suit.
Mojave River Forks Regional Park
Location: 17891 California 173, Hesperia
Hours: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursday through Monday
The Mojave River Forks Regional Park is another excellent place to spend summer days in Victorville. Go biking for the day and get away from it all. Or, for a relaxing weekend or vacation close to home, plan a camping trip that lets you enjoy the peace and serenity of the park overnight. There are 25 full hookup sites for RVs and 25 sites designated for tents. Hot showers are available if you need one after a day of exploring the park's terrain.
Enjoy the Best Summer Activities in Victorville
We think these are some of the best summer activities in Victorville, but if you have any recommendations, we'd love to hear from you. Contact us and let us know how you like to spend your summers in Victorville.
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