Local Guide
* My Top Picks*
Hiking, bouldering, camping - the park has it all! But if you're like me and not *too* outdoorsy, you can still enjoy the park in all its beauty from any one of the drivable loops. I recommend the Skull Rock hike if you're looking for something easy and fun.
1713 locals recommend
Joshua Tree National Park
Hiking, bouldering, camping - the park has it all! But if you're like me and not *too* outdoorsy, you can still enjoy the park in all its beauty from any one of the drivable loops. I recommend the Skull Rock hike if you're looking for something easy and fun.
One of the best sound baths I've ever had - the Integratron is an amazing experience. Spots book up well in advance on their website however, if you're lucky - you might be able to snag a walk-in spot if they have a last minute cancellation or no-show. Call in advance to confirm availability.
737 locals recommend
Integratron
2477 Belfield BlvdOne of the best sound baths I've ever had - the Integratron is an amazing experience. Spots book up well in advance on their website however, if you're lucky - you might be able to snag a walk-in spot if they have a last minute cancellation or no-show. Call in advance to confirm availability.
A honky-tonk, barbecue restaurant and legendary music venue named after original owners Harriet and Claude "Pappy" Allen. This place is a true desert institution with everyone from The Rolling Stones, Lizzo, Peaches, and Paul McCartney stopping by to perform.
1340 locals recommend
Pappy & Harriet's
53688 Pioneertown RdA honky-tonk, barbecue restaurant and legendary music venue named after original owners Harriet and Claude "Pappy" Allen. This place is a true desert institution with everyone from The Rolling Stones, Lizzo, Peaches, and Paul McCartney stopping by to perform.
A ten acre, open air space where artist Noah Purifoy spent the last 15 years of his life creating large-scale sculptures on the desert floor. Constructed entirely from junked materials, this otherworldly environment is one of California’s great art historical wonders and a great "off the beaten path" option for art lovers.
549 locals recommend
Noah Purifoy Outdoor Desert Art Museum
62975 Blair LnA ten acre, open air space where artist Noah Purifoy spent the last 15 years of his life creating large-scale sculptures on the desert floor. Constructed entirely from junked materials, this otherworldly environment is one of California’s great art historical wonders and a great "off the beaten path" option for art lovers.
Food & Drink
Kitchen in the Desert
6427 Mesquite AveCountry Kitchen
61768 Twentynine Palms HighwayLa Copine
848 Old Woman Springs RdOrganic Market Cafe
55231 29 Palms HighwayThe DEZ fine food - grab & go
61705 Twentynine Palms HighwayRoadrunner Grab+Go
6554 Park BlvdFrontier Café
55844 Twentynine Palms HighwayJoshua Tree Coffee Company
61738 Twentynine Palms HighwayCrossroads Cafe
61715 Twentynine Palms HighwayNatural Sisters Cafe
61695 Twentynine Palms HighwayBars & Nightlife
Local brewery located walking distance from the house. Great craft beer selection and a nice outdoor patio to unwind after a long day exploring the park.
58 locals recommend
Joshua Tree Brewery
5944 Sunset RdLocal brewery located walking distance from the house. Great craft beer selection and a nice outdoor patio to unwind after a long day exploring the park.
Newly renovated spot in the heart of Pioneertown with plenty of indoor and outdoor patio seating and a lively crowd at night. They have a great bar menu for light bites as well!
223 locals recommend
The Red Dog Saloon
53539 Mane StNewly renovated spot in the heart of Pioneertown with plenty of indoor and outdoor patio seating and a lively crowd at night. They have a great bar menu for light bites as well!
This dusty dive bar is the gateway to the national park and walking distance from the house! A great spot for a bite and a beer when you first arrive into town—and to get yourself slowed down to J-Tree pace.
909 locals recommend
Joshua Tree Saloon
61835 Twentynine Palms HighwayThis dusty dive bar is the gateway to the national park and walking distance from the house! A great spot for a bite and a beer when you first arrive into town—and to get yourself slowed down to J-Tree pace.
Newly re-opened historic bar near the Yucca Valley Airport owned by the same owners as the Pioneertown Motel.
The Copper Room
57360 Aviation DriveNewly re-opened historic bar near the Yucca Valley Airport owned by the same owners as the Pioneertown Motel.
Retail & Shopping
Geode and Gypsum
56410 29 Palms HighwayThe End
55872 Twentynine Palms HighwayMojave Flea Trading Post Yucca Valley
55727 Twentynine Palms HighwayMoon Wind Trading Co
1141B Old Woman Springs RdAcme 5 Lifestyle
55870 Twentynine Palms HighwayFunky and Darn Near New
55812 CA-62Nitty Gritty
55735 Twentynine Palms Highway
Sun of the Desert
61729 29 Palms HighwayThe Station Joshua Tree
61943 Twentynine Palms HighwayBeauty & Wellness
Cedar & Sage Wellness Studio
55833 Twentynine Palms Highway
Fatty's Barber Shop
56020 Santa Fe TrailGrateful Desert Apothecary, Herb Shop and Eco Market
61607 Twentynine Palms Highway
Methods + Rituals Spa & Wellenss
Provisions, Beer & Wine
Joshua Tree Health Foods
61693 Twentynine Palms HighwayDesierto Alto
55827 Twentynine Palms Highwayholistic ranch
55818 Twentynine Palms HighwayWine and Rock Shop
59006 Twentynine Palms HighwayCulture & Experience
The Cholla Cactus Garden is one of my favorite stops in the National Park. It is a very short and easy hike but it's definitely worth a visit to see these unique desert plants. Parking: There is a decent-sized parking lot, but it can get crowded on weekends and holidays.
129 locals recommend
Cholla Cactus Garden
Cholla Cactus Garden TrailThe Cholla Cactus Garden is one of my favorite stops in the National Park. It is a very short and easy hike but it's definitely worth a visit to see these unique desert plants. Parking: There is a decent-sized parking lot, but it can get crowded on weekends and holidays.
Founded in the 1940s by a group of Western movie stars, Pioneertown was intended to function as a full time movie set complete with faux saloon, trading post, and jail lining a dusty street in the middle of the desert. It still makes the occasional film appearance and is now home to some local shops and restaurants.
558 locals recommend
Pioneertown
53688 Pioneertown RdFounded in the 1940s by a group of Western movie stars, Pioneertown was intended to function as a full time movie set complete with faux saloon, trading post, and jail lining a dusty street in the middle of the desert. It still makes the occasional film appearance and is now home to some local shops and restaurants.
Art gallery founded in 2019 by artists Mark Todd and Aaron Smith showcasing emerging and established artists. The space has since expanded to include a retail space which features folk art, books, zines, wearables, ceramics, and desert lifestyle supplies.
19 locals recommend
Hey There Projects
61675 Twentynine Palms HighwayArt gallery founded in 2019 by artists Mark Todd and Aaron Smith showcasing emerging and established artists. The space has since expanded to include a retail space which features folk art, books, zines, wearables, ceramics, and desert lifestyle supplies.
Though bearing the scars of time and weather, this park was originally created in 1951 and remains an icon of the southern California desert community of Yucca Valley.
87 locals recommend
Desert Christ Park
56200 Sunnyslope DrThough bearing the scars of time and weather, this park was originally created in 1951 and remains an icon of the southern California desert community of Yucca Valley.