Guidebook for Joshua Tree
Food Scene
Check out some local music while enjoying a drink and or dinner. You won't be disappointed.
909 locals recommend
Joshua Tree Saloon
61835 Twentynine Palms HighwayCheck out some local music while enjoying a drink and or dinner. You won't be disappointed.
Delicious, says it all! ....and you can walk here from the house! Bonus!
486 locals recommend
Pie for the People!
58960 29 Palms HighwayDelicious, says it all! ....and you can walk here from the house! Bonus!
Great for breakfast. You may find yourself waiting a few minutes but great breakfast spot in JT!
307 locals recommend
Country Kitchen
61768 Twentynine Palms HighwayGreat for breakfast. You may find yourself waiting a few minutes but great breakfast spot in JT!
Drinks & Nightlife
You'll want to make reservations as early as possible. Enjoy live music and drinks.
1340 locals recommend
Pappy & Harriet's
53688 Pioneertown RdYou'll want to make reservations as early as possible. Enjoy live music and drinks.
This spot is not in JT but definitely a place you should check out if you are exploring Palm Springs at night for a drink. Delicious custom cocktails.
119 locals recommend
Bootlegger Tiki
1101 N Palm Canyon DrThis spot is not in JT but definitely a place you should check out if you are exploring Palm Springs at night for a drink. Delicious custom cocktails.
Parks & Nature
There are so many beautiful trails and sights to see. Here's a great link to check out! http://www.sunset.com/travel/california/joshua-tree-national-park?xid=sunset-magazine_socialflow_facebook
418 locals recommend
Joshua Tree National Park Visitor Center
6554 Park BlvdThere are so many beautiful trails and sights to see. Here's a great link to check out! http://www.sunset.com/travel/california/joshua-tree-national-park?xid=sunset-magazine_socialflow_facebook
Against the sunset the cactus almost appear soft and fuzzy...but don't be fooled!
129 locals recommend
Cholla Cactus Garden
Cholla Cactus Garden TrailAgainst the sunset the cactus almost appear soft and fuzzy...but don't be fooled!
Oasis of Mara
At 5,456 feet, Ryan Mountain is the park’s second tallest peak after Quail Mountain (5,816 feet). But while there’s no established trail up Quail Mountain, a well-built, if somewhat steep path leads to the top of Ryan Mountain. And because the peak is relatively isolated and rises up above the flats in the center of the park, it’s the perfect place to get an overview of the surrounding terrain.
53 locals recommend
Ryan Mountain Trail
Ryan Mountain TrailAt 5,456 feet, Ryan Mountain is the park’s second tallest peak after Quail Mountain (5,816 feet). But while there’s no established trail up Quail Mountain, a well-built, if somewhat steep path leads to the top of Ryan Mountain. And because the peak is relatively isolated and rises up above the flats in the center of the park, it’s the perfect place to get an overview of the surrounding terrain.
Sightseeing
Wonderland of Rocks
The views are STUNNING!
Along the crest of the Little San Bernardino Mountains, this overlook with its sweeping views of the desert near Palm Springs and some of Southern California’s highest peaks is accessible via a short loop trail.
109 locals recommend
Keys View
Along the crest of the Little San Bernardino Mountains, this overlook with its sweeping views of the desert near Palm Springs and some of Southern California’s highest peaks is accessible via a short loop trail.
Looking like something out of a mirage, this isolated stand of California fan palms lets you escape from the rocky, sun-baked desert and into a cool, shaded, sanctuary where you can enjoy a picnic while listening to the fronds rustling in the breeze.
Lost Palms Oasis Trail
Lost Palms Oasis TrailLooking like something out of a mirage, this isolated stand of California fan palms lets you escape from the rocky, sun-baked desert and into a cool, shaded, sanctuary where you can enjoy a picnic while listening to the fronds rustling in the breeze.
A prime spot for birding and the chance to catch glimpses of desert bighorn sheep, Barker Dam was built by a cattle company in 1902 and forms a small reservoir set among the formations near the Wonderland of Rocks. The dam is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and it’s a surprising and beautiful spot, accessible via an easy 1.3-mile loop hike that also leads to petroglyph panels. Ranger-led tours also explore the area.
72 locals recommend
Barker Dam
Joshua Tree ParkwayA prime spot for birding and the chance to catch glimpses of desert bighorn sheep, Barker Dam was built by a cattle company in 1902 and forms a small reservoir set among the formations near the Wonderland of Rocks. The dam is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and it’s a surprising and beautiful spot, accessible via an easy 1.3-mile loop hike that also leads to petroglyph panels. Ranger-led tours also explore the area.
You can drive right up to Skull Rock or follow a 1.7-mile nature trail in Jumbo Rocks Playground.
133 locals recommend
Skull Rock
You can drive right up to Skull Rock or follow a 1.7-mile nature trail in Jumbo Rocks Playground.
Arts & Culture
Joshua Tree Music Festival
2601 Sunfair RdCheck online for seasonal dates.
Shopping
Hoodoo
55866 Twentynine Palms HighwayFun finds. Wander around the neighborhood for even more fun finds.