Although infamous for its scorching summer temperatures, Death Valley becomes a veritable paradise in the winter. Only the coldest days dip below freezing. Otherwise, it’s a winter of sunny days and perfect hiking temperatures. Visit in the depths of winter to have the place all to yourself – the park’s visitation rates are lowest in January and February. Or you could wait it out until early spring. After all, balmier temperatures and wildflower blooms start in March. No matter when you go, make sure you come prepared with a desert-ready luxury Sprinter van. After all, our Las Vegas location is just 2 hours away.

Joshua Tree has been a special and even sacred place for thousands of years. From the early Pinto culture to today’s climbers and outdoors enthusiasts, people seem to love Joshua Tree. But it’s no surprise. This magical place is home to a surprising abundance of edible and helpful plants. Add incredible scenery, hiking trails, and some of the world’s most climbable rock and you’ve got a wilderness paradise. The park gets crowded in the summer, not to mention hot. Conversely, winter sees the parks fewest visits and though the temperatures do drop, they rarely ever dip below freezing. World class climbing, hiking, camping, and stargazing await you just 3.5 hours away from our Las Vegas location.

Having read this far, you might be wondering when we’re going to get to some real warm weather. Well, you’re in luck. We probably don’t have to sell you on the sunny beaches of the Golden State. Still, it bears mentioning that winter is when those famous beaches, boardwalks, and sunsets are at their least crowded. Surfers will know that winter often brings the best swells. Hikers, bikers, and runners will appreciate perfect outdoor temperatures – not cold but also not too hot. All in all, winter might just be the best time of year to experience California in its best light.

Although we don’t yet have a location in Southern California, we’ve been sending vans down the West Coast for years. So if your idea of a winter escape requires a beach, we have options. Our San Francisco location is less than 3 hours from Big Sur and 6 from Santa Barbara. From there you can take your adventure east and end it at our Las Vegas Location for a truly classic road trip. We’ve even been known to pick the vans up in LA, if you ask nicely.