🇺🇸 Salvation Mountain: A Fairytale in the California Desert

When planning my LA trip (beyond Disney and Universal), Salvation Mountain topped my list—its rainbow explosion in the arid landscape felt like magic. 🌈 The Story Behind the Colors 24 Years of Love: Built by Leonard Knight with bare hands using adobe/straw, this Lonely Planet-rated wonder screams "God is love" in every brushstroke. Raw Beauty: Touch the walls—beneath the paint lies humble desert earth. 📸 Photo Tips Wear Solid Colors (white/red = 🤩) for contrast. Golden Hour Visit: Fewer crowds + soft light (avoid midday desert sun ☀️). 🚗 Road Trip Essentials Address: Beal Rd, Niland, CA 92257 (*3-hour drive from LA through surreal desertscapes*). No Fee: Free to visit, but donations support preservation. #SalvationMountain #HiddenGems #DesertMagic #LATravel #GodIsLove