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Things to do in Ridgecrest with kids

Museums — 3 places to go with kids in Ridgecrest, California. 3 of them publish a price. 1 thing on now.
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Ridgecrest offers a mix of museums and entertainment venues suited to different kinds of outings. The China Lake Museum preserves the history of the Naval Ordnance Test Station, established in 1943 near Inyokern, making it ideal for families interested in military and technological heritage. The Maturango Museum, founded in 1962, preserves and interprets the natural and cultural history of the Northern Mojave Desert, offering insight into the region's landscape and past. For indoor activities and recreation, Sierra Lanes Entertainment Center offers bowling alongside several other indoor activities, making it a good choice for an afternoon of casual entertainment. These three attractions represent the range of things to do in Ridgecrest, from historical education to outdoor-focused cultural learning to straightforward recreation.

What this list covers

Ridgecrest has 3 places to go: China Lake Museum, Maturango Museum and Sierra Lanes.

3 of them publish an admission price, 3 publish opening hours, 1 has something dated on now.

Every figure here was read on the attraction’s own website, most recently on October 7, 2026.

Common questions

What’s on in Ridgecrest right now?
1 attraction in Ridgecrest has something dated running, 1 listing in all. Each carries its own dates and the venue’s own sentence, and nothing is listed once its dates have passed.
What kinds of attractions are included?
museums (2), bowling (1).
What's the best option for a rainy afternoon with the family?
Sierra Lanes Entertainment Center offers bowling alongside several other indoor activities, making it well-suited for spending time indoors when weather is poor or you simply want a casual, recreational outing without traveling far.
Where can we learn about local history and nature?
The Maturango Museum preserves and interprets the natural and cultural history of the Northern Mojave Desert. The China Lake Museum preserves the history of the Naval Ordnance Test Station, established in 1943 near Inyokern, offering perspectives on both regional heritage and military history.
What appeals to teenagers looking for something to do?
Sierra Lanes Entertainment Center offers bowling alongside several other indoor activities, providing recreational options for older children. The museums appeal to teens interested in history, with the China Lake Museum covering military technology and the Maturango Museum exploring desert ecology and indigenous cultures.