Dari's Guidebook
Recreation/Playground
This is a cute park with a playground just a short walking distance from JT West Casa.
Joshua Tree Friendly Hills Park
7888 Sunny Vista RdHiking
This is a beautiful and scenic hiking trail that is a short walking distance from JT West Casa!
Friendly Hills Hike
60889 Mountain View TrailA secluded palm tree oasis is tucked away on the north end of Joshua Tree National Park. To reach the awesome oasis, you'll hike 3 miles round trip with 350 feet of elevation gain, passing through a variety of desert scenery and panoramic views.
22 locals recommend
Lost Palms Oasis Trail
Lost Palms Oasis TrailA secluded palm tree oasis is tucked away on the north end of Joshua Tree National Park. To reach the awesome oasis, you'll hike 3 miles round trip with 350 feet of elevation gain, passing through a variety of desert scenery and panoramic views.
Barker Dam Nature Trail is another short 1.4 miles hike located east of the Hidden Valley. The trail is almost like a stroll through splendid scenery with giant rock formations. There is also a wide variety of flora along the trail as you enter into the open valley where you will find the dam.
81 locals recommend
Barker Dam Nature Trail
Barker Dam Nature TrailBarker Dam Nature Trail is another short 1.4 miles hike located east of the Hidden Valley. The trail is almost like a stroll through splendid scenery with giant rock formations. There is also a wide variety of flora along the trail as you enter into the open valley where you will find the dam.
The Hidden Valley Trail is an easy hike through giant rocks and boulders adorned by different trees and cacti varieties. You will also find picnic tables and BBQ grills along the trail to stop and have lunch. It is a great hike for people of all ages looking for an easy and fun hiking adventure.
113 locals recommend
Hidden Valley Nature Trail
74485 National Park DriveThe Hidden Valley Trail is an easy hike through giant rocks and boulders adorned by different trees and cacti varieties. You will also find picnic tables and BBQ grills along the trail to stop and have lunch. It is a great hike for people of all ages looking for an easy and fun hiking adventure.
A classic hike in Joshua Tree Park, Boy Scout Trail is a seven-mile trip that lets you discover the Wonderland of Rocks. If you hike deeper into the rocks, you will find the secret haven of dense willow trees.
16 locals recommend
Boy Scout Trail
64568 Park BlvdA classic hike in Joshua Tree Park, Boy Scout Trail is a seven-mile trip that lets you discover the Wonderland of Rocks. If you hike deeper into the rocks, you will find the secret haven of dense willow trees.
One of the shortest and best hikes in Joshua Tree, Cholla Cactus Garden Loop, is a hike through the Colorado Desert cactus garden. The view of thousands of natural cholla cactus makes the trail a must-see for every park visitor.
129 locals recommend
Cholla Cactus Garden
Cholla Cactus Garden TrailOne of the shortest and best hikes in Joshua Tree, Cholla Cactus Garden Loop, is a hike through the Colorado Desert cactus garden. The view of thousands of natural cholla cactus makes the trail a must-see for every park visitor.
Camping
Cottonwood Campground is a great camping site with flush toilets, running water, and designated parking/camping spots. There are also beautiful and expansive hiking trails nearby. Definitely a favorite!
Cottonwood Campground
Cottonwood Oasis RoadIndian Cove Campground
68917 Indian Cove CircleJumbo Rocks Campground
Mindfulness/Relaxation/Yoga
Joshua Tree Retreat Center
59700 Twentynine Palms HighwayThe Integraton is a must try for the ultimate sound bath via quartz crystal experience!
19 locals recommend
Sound Bath
2477 Belfield BlvdThe Integraton is a must try for the ultimate sound bath via quartz crystal experience!
Cedar & Sage Wellness Studio
55833 Twentynine Palms HighwayInstant Karma Yoga
3619 Twentynine Palms HighwayAntiques
One of the best shops in the area for unlimited browsing of one-of-a-kind antique pieces!
Pioneer Crossing Antiques
55854 Twentynine Palms HighwayRoute 62 Arts & Antiques
55635 Twentynine Palms HighwayThe End
55872 Twentynine Palms HighwaySky Village Outdoor Marketplace
7028 Theatre RdGift Shops
Best gift shop to browse/purchase anything Joshua Tree!
Coyote Corner
6535 Park Blvd
Joshua Tree Rock Shop
61595 Twentynine Palms HighwayThis is in Morongo Valley along the way to JT West Casa. Cute nursery with nice selection of cacti and succulents as well as metal sculptures.
106 locals recommend
Cactus Mart and Morongo Hardware
49889 Twentynine Palms HighwayThis is in Morongo Valley along the way to JT West Casa. Cute nursery with nice selection of cacti and succulents as well as metal sculptures.
Food scene
They actually make great pizza here!
Sam's Indian Food & Pizza
61380 Twentynine Palms Highway
Jelly Donut
56153 Twentynine Palms HighwayJoshua Tree Saloon
61835 Twentynine Palms HighwayPappy & Harriet's
53688 Pioneertown RdJoshua Tree Coffee Company
61738 Twentynine Palms HighwayCrossroads Cafe
61715 Twentynine Palms HighwayFrontier Café
55844 Twentynine Palms HighwayPie for the People!
58960 29 Palms Highway