Joshua Tree Area Guidebook

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Joshua Tree Area Guidebook

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Joshua Tree is a quiet village in the Morongo Basin and one of the gateways into Joshua Tree National Park. There is a unique collection of art galleries, boutique shops and unique eateries for travelers to explore and experience.
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Joshua Tree
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Joshua Tree is a quiet village in the Morongo Basin and one of the gateways into Joshua Tree National Park. There is a unique collection of art galleries, boutique shops and unique eateries for travelers to explore and experience.
Twentynine Palms was aptly named by a surveyor exploring the desert in the late 1800's and the first post office was established in 1927. What is now known as Joshua Tree National Park was designated as a national monument in 1936. Twentynine Palms is also the home of the Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center (the largest military base in the country) and the Twenty-Nine Palms Band of Mission Indians. So much history to explore here in this desert community.
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Twentynine Palms
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Twentynine Palms was aptly named by a surveyor exploring the desert in the late 1800's and the first post office was established in 1927. What is now known as Joshua Tree National Park was designated as a national monument in 1936. Twentynine Palms is also the home of the Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center (the largest military base in the country) and the Twenty-Nine Palms Band of Mission Indians. So much history to explore here in this desert community.
Yucca Valley is one of the towns you will travel through on Hwy 62 on your way to one of the entrances of Joshua Tree National Park. You will find many restaurants and stores in town.
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Yucca Valley
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Yucca Valley is one of the towns you will travel through on Hwy 62 on your way to one of the entrances of Joshua Tree National Park. You will find many restaurants and stores in town.
Pioneertown has its roots in Hollywood. PiTown, as it is known to locals, was established in 1946 as a functioning 1880's themed town movie set. Over 50 films and serials have been filmed here. In recent times, Pappy & Harriet's became internationally known when Paul McCartney held a surprise concert here in December 2016. And don't forget to stop by the Pioneertown Post Office, one of the most photographed post offices in the country.
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Pioneertown
53688 Pioneertown Rd
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Pioneertown has its roots in Hollywood. PiTown, as it is known to locals, was established in 1946 as a functioning 1880's themed town movie set. Over 50 films and serials have been filmed here. In recent times, Pappy & Harriet's became internationally known when Paul McCartney held a surprise concert here in December 2016. And don't forget to stop by the Pioneertown Post Office, one of the most photographed post offices in the country.

Food scene

Love eating at their restaurant as they have their own garden onsite so the produce is about as fresh as it can get. So many wonderful and tasty items on their menu.
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29 Palms Inn
73950 Inn Ave
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Love eating at their restaurant as they have their own garden onsite so the produce is about as fresh as it can get. So many wonderful and tasty items on their menu.
Love the atmosphere here and the changing menu is always exciting. They also have live entertainment throughout the month (live bands, comedy shows, etc). Definitely worth checking out during your stay!
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Kitchen in the Desert
6427 Mesquite Ave
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Love the atmosphere here and the changing menu is always exciting. They also have live entertainment throughout the month (live bands, comedy shows, etc). Definitely worth checking out during your stay!
Great spot for burgers and beer!
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grnd sqrl
73471 29 Palms Highway
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Great spot for burgers and beer!
The smell of fresh baked bread will fill your senses as you enter. I love grabbing sandwiches from here to take with me when I go exploring in the park for a day.
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Campbell Hill Bakery
73491 Twentynine Palms Highway
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The smell of fresh baked bread will fill your senses as you enter. I love grabbing sandwiches from here to take with me when I go exploring in the park for a day.
If you love BBQ, this is the place for you. And their artichoke dip appetizer is very yummy!
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The Rib Co
72183 Twentynine Palms Highway
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If you love BBQ, this is the place for you. And their artichoke dip appetizer is very yummy!
My favorite place for sushi here in Twentynine Palms!
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Yamahana Sushi
71757 29 Palms Highway
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My favorite place for sushi here in Twentynine Palms!
I was so excited when my friends, Rosa & Merilee opened up this spot in Joshua Tree. There is nothing they have cooked up over the years that I didn't like. Recommend stopping in for breakfast or lunch. You will not be disappointed!
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Roadrunner Grab+Go
6554 Park Blvd
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I was so excited when my friends, Rosa & Merilee opened up this spot in Joshua Tree. There is nothing they have cooked up over the years that I didn't like. Recommend stopping in for breakfast or lunch. You will not be disappointed!
Located in the heart of downtown Joshua Tree. Great selection of food. Have patience as they can get pretty busy for lunch and dinner. Well worth the wait though!
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Joshua Tree Saloon
61835 Twentynine Palms Highway
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Located in the heart of downtown Joshua Tree. Great selection of food. Have patience as they can get pretty busy for lunch and dinner. Well worth the wait though!
Great location for vegetarian choices. Love their Rock Climbers Smoothie and their Black Beans & Rice bowl!
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Natural Sisters Cafe
61695 Twentynine Palms Highway
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Great location for vegetarian choices. Love their Rock Climbers Smoothie and their Black Beans & Rice bowl!
A hidden gem in downtown Joshua Tree. Great spot for some Indian food!
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Sam's Indian Food & Pizza
61380 Twentynine Palms Highway
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A hidden gem in downtown Joshua Tree. Great spot for some Indian food!
One of my favorite places for breakfast or lunch. Biscuits & Gravy is one of my go to breakfasts!
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Country Kitchen
61768 Twentynine Palms Highway
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One of my favorite places for breakfast or lunch. Biscuits & Gravy is one of my go to breakfasts!
If you're looking for fresh produce and food vendors, you'll definitely want to swing by on a Saturday morning to check out the farmers market in 29 Palms.
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Joshua Tree Certified Farmers' Market
61651 Twentynine Palms Highway
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If you're looking for fresh produce and food vendors, you'll definitely want to swing by on a Saturday morning to check out the farmers market in 29 Palms.
This is my go to Farmer's Market on Saturday mornings, probably because I know several of the vendors. Such a variety of offerings at the JT Farmer's Market (produce, grass fed meats, Joshua Tree Coffee Co, handmade soaps, aromatherapy essential oils and so much more!
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Joshua Tree Certified Farmers' Market
61651 Twentynine Palms Highway
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This is my go to Farmer's Market on Saturday mornings, probably because I know several of the vendors. Such a variety of offerings at the JT Farmer's Market (produce, grass fed meats, Joshua Tree Coffee Co, handmade soaps, aromatherapy essential oils and so much more!
Live music, food and drink! Great way to spend an evening in the desert!
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Pappy & Harriet's
53688 Pioneertown Rd
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Live music, food and drink! Great way to spend an evening in the desert!

Shopping/Gifts

One of the unique shops you'll find in Twentynine Palms.
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Hi-Desert Daydream
73515 Twentynine Palms Highway
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One of the unique shops you'll find in Twentynine Palms.
This Veteran owned & operated apparel, gift and home boutique in downtown 29 Palms is offering a wide variety of special offers for Black Friday and Small Business Saturday, both in-store and online!
Donahlue Clothing Co
73550 Twentynine Palms Highway
This Veteran owned & operated apparel, gift and home boutique in downtown 29 Palms is offering a wide variety of special offers for Black Friday and Small Business Saturday, both in-store and online!
If you're looking for desert boho decor to bring home, this is the place to shop!
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HABITAT
73519 Twentynine Palms Highway
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If you're looking for desert boho decor to bring home, this is the place to shop!
You can't miss Big Josh on the highway in downtown Joshua Tree. If you need gifts or mementos from your desert trip, highly recommend stopping by!
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The Station Joshua Tree
61943 Twentynine Palms Highway
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You can't miss Big Josh on the highway in downtown Joshua Tree. If you need gifts or mementos from your desert trip, highly recommend stopping by!
Desert General is one of a collection of unique business offering: Gardening tools - Eco-friendly home goods - Kitchen tools - Outdoor/camping gear - Trendy accessories - Made in France chocolates, biscuits, candies, patés - Ceramics - Candles - Greeting Cards - Soaps - Shampoo - Vintage art books - Gifts.
Desert General
Desert General is one of a collection of unique business offering: Gardening tools - Eco-friendly home goods - Kitchen tools - Outdoor/camping gear - Trendy accessories - Made in France chocolates, biscuits, candies, patés - Ceramics - Candles - Greeting Cards - Soaps - Shampoo - Vintage art books - Gifts.

Sightseeing

This is the newest Joshua Tree National Park Visitors Center in the Morongo Basin. Stop in as your driving through downtown Twentynine Palms on your way to the main park entrance off Utah Trail.
Joshua Tree Cultural Center
6533 Freedom Way
This is the newest Joshua Tree National Park Visitors Center in the Morongo Basin. Stop in as your driving through downtown Twentynine Palms on your way to the main park entrance off Utah Trail.
Joshua Tree National Park Association

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Private Vehicle Recommended

Services like Lyft and Uber are very limited in our area. Highly recommend having your own vehicle so you can freely explore the desert.
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Be Prepared for Weather

Check the Forecast for the days of your planned trip. Spring and fall are some of our favorite times of the year as the weather is just right. Not too hot, not too cold. Best to dress in layers. As for the summers, the day time highs average in the upper 90s to the low 100s. We recommend you stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water and plan any outdoor activities such as hiking or rock climbing for the early mornings or late evenings. In the winter, the days are pleasant but the nights can get rather chilly. We occasionally get snow too here in the desert. Quite the magical experience.
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Pre-Purchase JTNP Passes

Pre-purchasing your pass online will save you time when entering the park so you can spend more time exploring this unique desert landscape. They are good for 7 days. Site Passes These digital passes cover entrance, standard amenity (day use), or recreation fees at a single location. Destinations across the country offer the convenience of digital passes, with a variety of pass options at each individual location for daily, weekly, seasonal, and/or annual access. Site Passes are also available immediately for download and can be used from your phone or tablet.