Whitewater, CA

united states

Whitewater is a small desert community in Riverside County, positioned strategically along Interstate 10 in the San Gorgonio Pass between mountain ranges. The town sits about 100 miles east of LA and 15 miles west of Palm Springs, making it a convenient stop for travelers crossing between Southern California's urban centers and desert resorts. Highway 111 provides an alternate route through the area. The highlight here is the Whitewater Preserve, a 2,851-acre wildlife sanctuary with hiking trails and rare desert springs.