Pioneertown and Joshua Tree Guidebook
Drinks & Nightlife
Iconic restaurant/saloon/music venue. This is a must while in the desert. Reservations are HIGHLY recommended especially during spring and summer.
1340 locals recommend
Pappy & Harriet's
53688 Pioneertown RdIconic restaurant/saloon/music venue. This is a must while in the desert. Reservations are HIGHLY recommended especially during spring and summer.
Joshua Tree Saloon – restaurant/bar/pool table/live music/karaoke – great outdoor space
909 locals recommend
Joshua Tree Saloon
61835 Twentynine Palms HighwayJoshua Tree Saloon – restaurant/bar/pool table/live music/karaoke – great outdoor space
Landers Brew Co
1388 Golden Slipper LnBrewery down a dirt road in the middle of the desert!
Pioneer Bowl
53613 Mane StFood Scene
Local favorite in Yucca Valley, tasty food, vegan options and open mic on certain nights of the week. Close to the house for those mornings you want to grab an easy bite to eat (breakfast and lunch only)
507 locals recommend
Frontier Café
55844 Twentynine Palms HighwayLocal favorite in Yucca Valley, tasty food, vegan options and open mic on certain nights of the week. Close to the house for those mornings you want to grab an easy bite to eat (breakfast and lunch only)
Joshua Tree Coffee Company
61738 Twentynine Palms Highwaylocal roaster.
La Copine
848 Old Woman Springs RdOur ALL-TIME-FAVE restaurant in the desert (Flamingo Heights)
Natural Sisters Cafe
61695 Twentynine Palms Highwaygreat vegetarian food for breakfast or lunch.
Crossroads Cafe
61715 Twentynine Palms HighwayPerfect for breakfast lunch and dinner, vegan options.
Country Kitchen
61768 Twentynine Palms Highwayanother trusty spot for breakfast, lunch or dinner.
Sam's Indian Food & Pizza
61380 Twentynine Palms HighwayGreat indian food!
Royal Siam Cuisine Thai Restaurant
61599 Twentynine Palms HighwayGreat Thai food!
Pie for the People!
58960 29 Palms HighwayYummy pizza by the slice or pie
La Casita
56895 Twentynine Palms HighwayGood Mexican food!
Artisan bakery specializing in sweet and savory pies, cakes, breads, cookies, granola bars and more!
115 locals recommend
Boo's Organic Oven
61675 Twentynine Palms HighwayArtisan bakery specializing in sweet and savory pies, cakes, breads, cookies, granola bars and more!
Parks & Nature
Pioneertown Mountains Preserve
51010 Pipes Canyon Rdotherworldly moon like setting.
Joshua Tree National Park
Hiking & Rock Climbing
A hike along Barker Dam is like a stroll through history. The beginning of this 1.5-mile trail is mostly shaded and winds through giant rock formations. About halfway along the trail, you’ll see Barker Dam, which was built by C.O. Barker in 1900. In 1949, Bill Keys, an area rancher, raised the dam wall by 6 feet. Just past the dam is an old stone horse trough also built by Keys. The water collected here makes it attractive to birds. If you enjoy bird-watching, Joshua Tree is home to 250 species.
81 locals recommend
Barker Dam Nature Trail
Barker Dam Nature TrailA hike along Barker Dam is like a stroll through history. The beginning of this 1.5-mile trail is mostly shaded and winds through giant rock formations. About halfway along the trail, you’ll see Barker Dam, which was built by C.O. Barker in 1900. In 1949, Bill Keys, an area rancher, raised the dam wall by 6 feet. Just past the dam is an old stone horse trough also built by Keys. The water collected here makes it attractive to birds. If you enjoy bird-watching, Joshua Tree is home to 250 species.
This flat, mile-long trail takes hikers through a large valley surrounded by giant boulders and rock formations. Along the way, you’ll see several varieties of trees and cacti. The unique microclimate in this valley brings together a combination of plants not seen anywhere else in the park.
The Hidden Valley Trail is great for multigenerational groups and those looking for a quick and easy hike. Be sure to read the signs placed along the route that explain the flora and fauna. Surrounding the parking area are several picnic tables, an ideal spot for lunch before or after a hike.
113 locals recommend
Hidden Valley Nature Trail
74485 National Park DriveThis flat, mile-long trail takes hikers through a large valley surrounded by giant boulders and rock formations. Along the way, you’ll see several varieties of trees and cacti. The unique microclimate in this valley brings together a combination of plants not seen anywhere else in the park.
The Hidden Valley Trail is great for multigenerational groups and those looking for a quick and easy hike. Be sure to read the signs placed along the route that explain the flora and fauna. Surrounding the parking area are several picnic tables, an ideal spot for lunch before or after a hike.
Located in the heart of Joshua Tree is Ryan Mountain, and the trail to its peak will guarantee a good workout and great views. Don’t be misled by the short distance of 1.5 miles each way -- the National Park Service rates this trail as strenuous.
53 locals recommend
Ryan Mountain Trail
Ryan Mountain TrailLocated in the heart of Joshua Tree is Ryan Mountain, and the trail to its peak will guarantee a good workout and great views. Don’t be misled by the short distance of 1.5 miles each way -- the National Park Service rates this trail as strenuous.
The Lost Horse Mine Trail follows the road that J.D. Ryan, one of the former mine owners, built to transport the ore. This moderate trail is 4 miles round trip. Along the way, you’ll appreciate views of the surrounding park, but the main attraction is certainly the old mine. Due to the dangers of crumbling structures and collapsing shafts, everything is blocked by a chain link fence. But it’s still worth the hike to see this piece of history. If you’re up for a bigger challenge, continue along the trail to the ridge where you can look down on the mine.
17 locals recommend
Lost Horse Mine Loop Trail
Lost Horse Mine Loop TrailThe Lost Horse Mine Trail follows the road that J.D. Ryan, one of the former mine owners, built to transport the ore. This moderate trail is 4 miles round trip. Along the way, you’ll appreciate views of the surrounding park, but the main attraction is certainly the old mine. Due to the dangers of crumbling structures and collapsing shafts, everything is blocked by a chain link fence. But it’s still worth the hike to see this piece of history. If you’re up for a bigger challenge, continue along the trail to the ridge where you can look down on the mine.
Arts & Culture
Integratron
2477 Belfield BlvdTotally unique experience, make sure to buy tix ahead, it books up.
Noah Purifoy Outdoor Desert Art Museum
62975 Blair LnDisplay of cool outdoor sculptures
Shopping
Promised Land
55838 Twentynine Palms Highwaygreat vintage.
The most awesome western wear store , jam packed with goodies!!
9 locals recommend
Dakota Bob's Western Wear
7028 Theater RoadThe most awesome western wear store , jam packed with goodies!!
The Station Joshua Tree
61943 Twentynine Palms HighwaySouvenir shop
Joshua Tree Certified Farmers' Market
61651 Twentynine Palms Highwaysaturdays until 1pm
Essentials
Closest grocery, stock up on essentials, you won't be able to get groceries in Pioneertown.
312 locals recommend
Vons
57590 Twentynine Palms HighwayClosest grocery, stock up on essentials, you won't be able to get groceries in Pioneertown.
Sightseeing
Pioneertown
53688 Pioneertown RdIconic western movie set town. A must see for the area.