Manzanar Camp Map

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(524) · Historical landmark in Independence, United States
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Congress established Manzanar National Historic site "to provide for the protection and interpretation of historical and cultural resources associated …

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Mar 25, 2025
I took a "side trip" from Las Vegas to Manzanar. It was a grueling 4 hour drive each way but was worth seeing once. Manzanar has a rich history that started with the Paiute Indians. During WWII it wa…Full review by KonaTerry
Feb 28, 2025
Don’t miss while in Lone Pine. We spent the night in Lone Pine after a full day in Death Valley. I happened to notice Manzanar when researching the area so we stopped by and glad we did. The site’s …Full review by FionaBell
Sep 16, 2024
Everyone should visit this site at least once. It's a embarrassment how these US Citizens were treated during World War II. The Visitors Center was closed on our day of visit, but a couple of the bu…Full review by H5270RCsuem

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Can we take our small dog?
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Much of the exhibit is outside maybe dogs are welcome? I do not know
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How long do people usually stay here?
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Visitor's center is worth about an hour. Walking around the outside and seeing the reproductions of barracks, chow hall, apartments is worth about another hour. I'd plan on two …
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Visitor's center is worth about an hour. Walking around the outside and seeing the reproductions of barracks, chow hall, apartments is worth about another hour. I'd plan on two hours minimum if you really want to see and learn.
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What does “Manzanar” mean?
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Manzanar” is the Spanish word for apple orchard.
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