Tour Information

Tomo-Kahni was created to preserve, protect and interpret the site of a Kawaiisu Native American Village. Because of the archeological and environmental sensitivity of the site, Tomo Kahni is available to the public by tour only. Tours are led by trained State Park docents and, due to sometimes extreme weather conditions, are only offered on weekends during the spring and fall. Group tours may be scheduled for weekdays with advance notice.

The tour program is coordinated by the Mojave Sector of California State Parks and dedicated volunteers. The program is supported entirely by donations which are used to staff tours, purchase interpretive equipment and materials and to provide training for docents.

Tours begin with a 8:30 AM orientation at the Tehachapi Museum at 310 South Green Street, just south of East E Street. After the orientation, it is necessary to drive approximately 12 miles to the park - carpooling is encouraged. The primary road to the park is paved, however the last mile to the park is on a dirt and gravel road and high clearance vehicles are recommended. 

Tomo-Kahni is undeveloped, with no historic or contemporary structures. The moderately strenuous 1.5 mile walking tour begins at an elevation of approximately 4,000 feet and gains 800 feet in elevation. Parts of the trail are on uneven terrain. Participants should have the physical ability and stamina to make the hike as everyone must stay together. The complete tour, including orientation and driving time, takes about 4 hours. The tour is not recommended for children under 6.

Disabled access is not possible at this time, but a multi-media tour is being developed to provide interpretation for those who are unable to participate in a tour.

Preparation
As Tomo-Kahni is at an elevation of over 4,000 feet, the weather is variable, so layered clothing is recommended. Water, good walking shoes and sun protection are also necessary.
Each participant should also bring a snack or sack lunch to eat at the rock outcrop.

Tour Tickets
Tours are small and fill quickly; reservations are highly recommended. Please call the Mojave Sector office at 661-946-6092 for tour information and a reservation packet.

YOU CAN HELP - As a unit of the California State Park System, Tomo-Kahni is a protected area. When you participate in a tour, please remember not to pick up objects. Take only pictures and leave only footprints.