Description:  State Route 178, is an east to west conventional 2-lane route with varying shoulder widths.  Heading west from its junction with SR-14, the grades vary from moderate to steep and feature very light traffic.  Rural landscapes of valley scenery and mountains are noteworthy along this route. SR-178 at its eastern junction with SR-14, heads towards the communities of Inyokern, Ridgecrest and Trona. The 2 to 4 lane route varies in character with almost level grades.  Traffic can vary from moderate to heavy. Scenery consists of desert flatlands and vistas of the distant mountains.  Services  Place Cafe Store Motel Bike Shop Camp Grounds Public Showers Weldon X X X Onyx X X X   Freeman JCT X X X   X X Inyokern X Ridgecrest X X X X Trona X X X