Joshua Tree Guidebook
Sightseeing
The Integratron is a white wooden dome built by ufologist George Van Tassel in the 1950s. Van Tassel claimed the Integratron was capable of rejuvenation, anti-gravity and time travel. Due to its perfect acoustics, today it’s mostly used for meditation-style sounds baths and other events that can be booked at www.integratron.com. Integratron reservations can get filled up well in advance and going as a walk-in doesn’t guarantee admission so make sure to call/schedule before heading out there.
737 locals recommend
Integratron
2477 Belfield BlvdThe Integratron is a white wooden dome built by ufologist George Van Tassel in the 1950s. Van Tassel claimed the Integratron was capable of rejuvenation, anti-gravity and time travel. Due to its perfect acoustics, today it’s mostly used for meditation-style sounds baths and other events that can be booked at www.integratron.com. Integratron reservations can get filled up well in advance and going as a walk-in doesn’t guarantee admission so make sure to call/schedule before heading out there.
The late artist’s open-air exhibit consists of imposing structures of found objects, including old bicycles, cafeteria trays, and toilets that explore themes of social change.
549 locals recommend
Noah Purifoy Outdoor Desert Art Museum
62975 Blair LnThe late artist’s open-air exhibit consists of imposing structures of found objects, including old bicycles, cafeteria trays, and toilets that explore themes of social change.
Joshua Tree is a breathtaking oasis of desert beauty. It is famous for its world-class rock climbing, hiking, and dark skies. Many people get their first glimpse of the Milky Way here.
1713 locals recommend
Joshua Tree National Park
Joshua Tree is a breathtaking oasis of desert beauty. It is famous for its world-class rock climbing, hiking, and dark skies. Many people get their first glimpse of the Milky Way here.
Food scene
A tiny local roaster that gets it just right. Head over there whenever you need a pick-me-up or a bag of beans to take home. They have a cute outdoor seating area for enjoying good weather days.
522 locals recommend
Joshua Tree Coffee Company
61738 Twentynine Palms HighwayA tiny local roaster that gets it just right. Head over there whenever you need a pick-me-up or a bag of beans to take home. They have a cute outdoor seating area for enjoying good weather days.
This is a laid-back trendy café with great coffee and breakfast options.
507 locals recommend
Frontier Café
55844 Twentynine Palms HighwayThis is a laid-back trendy café with great coffee and breakfast options.
This is a small spot serving healthy food options, with lots of vegetarian fare.
661 locals recommend
Natural Sisters Cafe
61695 Twentynine Palms HighwayThis is a small spot serving healthy food options, with lots of vegetarian fare.
The saloon serves as a music venue, restaurant, billiards, and community gathering spot. Many nights you’ll find some sort of musical entertainment, but you’ll always find surprisingly delicious food.
909 locals recommend
Joshua Tree Saloon
61835 Twentynine Palms HighwayThe saloon serves as a music venue, restaurant, billiards, and community gathering spot. Many nights you’ll find some sort of musical entertainment, but you’ll always find surprisingly delicious food.
This is a bar, “ghost town” and music venue about 10 minutes away in PioneerTown, but a really cool destination that is worth the trek. It is a bar set in the middle of nowhere that hosts a surprisingly a-list array of musical guests. It has a down home vibe in a way that just draws you in. Come around sunset to walk the ghost town before grabbing dinner & drinks for some of the best sunset views.
*Tip: if you go in the evening, find somewhere to pull off the road to admire the stars. Since you’ll be a bit up a mountain and away from our small town, the stargazing en route is pretty great.
1340 locals recommend
Pappy & Harriet's
53688 Pioneertown RdThis is a bar, “ghost town” and music venue about 10 minutes away in PioneerTown, but a really cool destination that is worth the trek. It is a bar set in the middle of nowhere that hosts a surprisingly a-list array of musical guests. It has a down home vibe in a way that just draws you in. Come around sunset to walk the ghost town before grabbing dinner & drinks for some of the best sunset views.
*Tip: if you go in the evening, find somewhere to pull off the road to admire the stars. Since you’ll be a bit up a mountain and away from our small town, the stargazing en route is pretty great.
Local spot for Indian food (pizza too!). They have an Indian pizza that is quite a unique flavor.
298 locals recommend
Sam's Indian Food & Pizza
61380 Twentynine Palms HighwayLocal spot for Indian food (pizza too!). They have an Indian pizza that is quite a unique flavor.
La Casita
56895 Twentynine Palms HighwayA preferred Mexican restaurant in the area.