racetrack
Willow Springs International Raceway
The 'Fastest Road in the West': a sweeping 2.5-mile desert road course near Rosamond, open since 1953 and beloved by SoCal racers, film crews and track-day drivers.
22 km · about 25 min drive
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Lancaster
California, United States · North America
About Lancaster
Lancaster is worth a stop: 20 minutes from Quartz Hill, 29km from Vasquez Rocks Natural Area.
Lancaster is in California, United States, with about 160,000 people. You drive on the right here. The nearest town is Quartz Hill, about 9 km away.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is there to see near Lancaster?
Within an hour or so of Lancaster: Willow Springs International Raceway (22 km), Vasquez Rocks Natural Area (29 km), Newcomb's Ranch (43 km), Six Flags Magic Mountain (52 km).
Are there any good drives near Lancaster?
The nearest famous roads are Mulholland Drive and Route 66 - Santa Monica End.
Where is Lancaster?
Lancaster is in California, United States, about 9 km from Quartz Hill.
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Quick Information
- Population
- 161,103
- Continent
- North America
- Country
- United States
- Region
- California
- Timezone
- America/Los_Angeles
- Coordinates
- 34.6980, -118.1367
Emergency & Services
Essential numbers in United States
AAA roadside assistance: 1-800-222-4357. Right turn on red is legal in most states unless signed otherwise.
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Worth the detour from Lancaster
5 notable places within an hour's drive.
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Vasquez Rocks Natural Area
Sandstone slabs tilted to 50 degrees by the San Andreas Fault, instantly recognisable from Star Trek and countless Westerns. Free entry and a short walk from the car park an hour north of Los Angeles.
29 km · about 35 min drive
cafe
Newcomb's Ranch
A historic mountain lodge on the Angeles Crest Highway that has served as a meeting point for motorcyclists and drivers tackling LA's best mountain road since 1939.
43 km · about 50 min drive
landmark
Six Flags Magic Mountain
Thrill capital of the world near Los Angeles boasting more roller coasters than any other park on the planet.
52 km · about 60 min drive
museum
Nethercutt Collection
Lavish free museum showcasing meticulously restored antique and classic cars alongside mechanical musical instruments.
53 km · about 60 min drive
Driving roads near Lancaster
2 named roads, passes and coastal drives within 150km.
- 69 kmMulholland DriveWinding road through the Santa Monica Mountains with LA city views
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