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The Mitchell Canyon area is noted for its spring wildflowers and is the starting point for a number of trails.
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At the mountain's summit, the visitor center was constructed out of sandstone quarried in the park during the 1930s. Exhibits focus on the cultural and natural history of the park, while a gift shop offers books and other park-related items. There is parking and restrooms available. Outside of the visitor center, an observation area features telescopes to allow enjoyment of the panoramic views.
The University of California has been excavating this trove of 9-10 million year old mammal bone fragments since 1926. Specimens found include horses, camels, rhinos, pronghorns, sabre-toothed cats, a fox, and a very large hyena-like dog, although no complete skeletons have been recovered.
Rock City offers a short, boulder-filled hike among impressive sandstone formations. The most prominent formation is Sentinel Rock, a sandstone monolith with steps carved into it that provides a tremendous view over the surrounding countryside. Other formations include the Wind Caves, Elephant Rock, Lower Rock City, Gibraltar Rock, and the Grotto Picnic area.