Jenny’s guidebook to an unforgettable getaway!
Sightseeing
Over 792,000 aces of serene desert to explore. Hike, bike, climb, and more!
1713 locals recommend
Joshua Tree National Park
Over 792,000 aces of serene desert to explore. Hike, bike, climb, and more!
This peaceful oasis, with a stream of water, is only walking distance from our vacation home!
78 locals recommend
Fortynine Palms Oasis Trail
Fortynine Palms Oasis TrailThis peaceful oasis, with a stream of water, is only walking distance from our vacation home!
About an hour away are Kelso Depot, Sand Dunes, Salt mines, Amboy crater, and other desert attractions.
16 locals recommend
Mojave National Preserve
90942 Kelso Cima RdAbout an hour away are Kelso Depot, Sand Dunes, Salt mines, Amboy crater, and other desert attractions.
Famous for climbing and hiking. The boulders make this location beautiful. Only 2 miles from our vacation home.
64 locals recommend
Indian Cove Campground
68917 Indian Cove CircleFamous for climbing and hiking. The boulders make this location beautiful. Only 2 miles from our vacation home.
Call ahead to see times and availability, 760-367-7713. Unique because few drive-in theaters are still operating in the States. Great for families with kids.
146 locals recommend
Smiths Ranch Drive-In Theater
4584 Adobe RdCall ahead to see times and availability, 760-367-7713. Unique because few drive-in theaters are still operating in the States. Great for families with kids.
Recommended for golfers and conveniently located in town. Taco Tuesdays. Locals like this.
10 locals recommend
Roadrunner Dunes Golf Course
4733 Desert Knoll AveRecommended for golfers and conveniently located in town. Taco Tuesdays. Locals like this.
Integratron
2477 Belfield BlvdUnique acoustical experience for travelers.
Gubler Orchids
36400 Rabbit Springs RdIf you like flowers, this is beautiful.
Amboy Crater
Recently added to the national trails
Sky’s The Limit Observatory and Nature Center
9697 Utah TrailAstronomy lovers will enjoy this
Good photo opportunity next the Palms Restaurant in Wonder Valley, CA
End of the World, California, USA
Good photo opportunity next the Palms Restaurant in Wonder Valley, CA
Big Morongo Canyon Preserve
11055 East DriveFood scene
Pappy & Harriet's
53688 Pioneertown RdEnjoy the night life and food!
Kitchen in the Desert
6427 Mesquite AveFunky hip restaurant with good food
Edchada's
73502 Twentynine Palms HighwayMexican food with a full bar
The Rib Co
72183 Twentynine Palms HighwayGreat place for good meat and BBQ
Crossroads Cafe
61715 Twentynine Palms HighwayYummy sandwiches and salads. This is good to take on a hike.
This is open on Saturdays from 8am to 1:00 to get fresh produce, mingle with the locals and maybe pick up some interesting art, soaps, or candles. Located at the Freedom Plaza.
31 locals recommend
29 Palms Certified Farmers' Market
73484 Twentynine Palms HighwayThis is open on Saturdays from 8am to 1:00 to get fresh produce, mingle with the locals and maybe pick up some interesting art, soaps, or candles. Located at the Freedom Plaza.
Joshua Tree Certified Farmers' Market
61651 Twentynine Palms HighwayLocal favorite on Saturday mornings
Gastro pub with occasional live music at 73471 Twentynine Palms Highway, Twentynine Palms, CA 92277
71 locals recommend
grnd sqrl
73471 29 Palms HighwayGastro pub with occasional live music at 73471 Twentynine Palms Highway, Twentynine Palms, CA 92277
Campbell Hill Bakery
73491 Twentynine Palms HighwayMake sure it’s open. (It’s about 20 minutes from 49 Palms Park Place) and worth the drive. It’s unique and in the middle of nowhere making it an experience!
101 locals recommend
Palms Restaurant
83131 Amboy RdMake sure it’s open. (It’s about 20 minutes from 49 Palms Park Place) and worth the drive. It’s unique and in the middle of nowhere making it an experience!
Right outside the West entrance in Joshua Tree (about 12 minute drive from 49 Palms Park Place) good food fun bar atmosphere
909 locals recommend
Joshua Tree Saloon
61835 Twentynine Palms HighwayRight outside the West entrance in Joshua Tree (about 12 minute drive from 49 Palms Park Place) good food fun bar atmosphere
Mara
Open Friday & Saturday evenings 5 pm- 9 pm and Sundays for brunch
John's Place
72132 Twentynine Palms HighwayGreat quick breakfast place close to the house and good coffee
La Copine
848 Old Woman Springs RdSocial event
They used to have free concerts on the weekends. Check with the casino to see if that is still going on.
88 locals recommend
Tortoise Rock Casino
They used to have free concerts on the weekends. Check with the casino to see if that is still going on.
If you want to do something fun with a group of friends or family that likes bowling this is a local favorite.
27 locals recommend
Bowladium
73768 Gorgonio DrIf you want to do something fun with a group of friends or family that likes bowling this is a local favorite.
Specialty and gift
Gift shop
HABITAT
73519 Twentynine Palms HighwayRaven's Book Shoppe ~ USED & RARE
69225 Twentynine Palms HighwayThose interested in Vinyl music would enjoy this shop at 73517 Twentynine Palms Highway.
26 locals recommend
White Label Vinyl
73517 Twentynine Palms HighwayThose interested in Vinyl music would enjoy this shop at 73517 Twentynine Palms Highway.
Joshua Tree National Park Visitor Center
Scorpion Lollipop
Hi-Desert Daydream
73515 Twentynine Palms HighwayGreat boutique clothing shop
and souvenir shop
Donahlue Clothing Co
73550 Twentynine Palms Highway