Nipton, California War Memorials

White Cross World War I Memorial

4.7

Nipton, CA 92364, USA

About This Memorial

The White Cross World War I Memorial at Mojave National Preserve commemorates American war veterans. Originally erected as a simple white cross on Sunrise Rock, it became the subject of legal disputes regarding religious symbols on public land. The memorial received Congressional recognition in 2002 and was preserved through a land exchange settlement in 2012. It features a plaque describing its historical significance and remains accessible to the public on private land. The memorial specifically honors those who served in World War I.

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Reviews

10/19/2024

"This place is controversial but special. Leave the politics at the door and enjoy the memorial for what it’s supposed to symbolize. With that said I mainly came for the good camping, connecting with folks, and making memories. For those who enjoy fallout it can be a bit of fun going through “Nipton” trying to find this place. The Joshua trees were burnt from a previous fire but not all are dead. Please respect the land and leave no trace! If you intend to camp just be well supplied depending on time of year it can snow and the sun/wind are merciless."