Road Trips from Palmdale, CA
Where to drive next — curated by how much time you have and what you're in the mood for.
Total Routes
16
Shortest
0.5h
With Parks Nearby
7
Under 2 hours
7 total in this range
Full-day getaway
Weekend trip
7 total in this range
Laguna, CA
6h 51m364 mi one way
San Jose, CA
6h 19m329.4 mi one way
San Francisco, CA
7h 1m371.1 mi one way
Sacramento, CA
6h 58m373.3 mi one way
Fremont, CA
6h 37m344.5 mi one way
Browse by Mood
San Diego, CA
3h 26m170.4 mi one way
Laguna, CA
6h 51m364 mi one way
San Jose, CA
6h 19m329.4 mi one way
San Francisco, CA
7h 1m371.1 mi one way
San Diego, CA
3h 26m170.4 mi one way
San Jose, CA
6h 19m329.4 mi one way
San Francisco, CA
7h 1m371.1 mi one way
Sacramento, CA
6h 58m373.3 mi one way
When to Go
Spring
Long daylight returns and parks begin peak bloom.
Summer
Avoid low-desert routes at midday; pick mountain destinations instead.
Fall
Cooler temps and foliage make it the underrated season here.
Winter
Desert driving is at its best — cool days, clear light.
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