Twilight Ridge's Guide to 29 Palm
Sightseeing
1- mile loop that enters through an opening into a large bowl surrounded by rock walls. Most popular hike in JTNP.
113 locals recommend
Hidden Valley Nature Trail
74485 National Park Drive1- mile loop that enters through an opening into a large bowl surrounded by rock walls. Most popular hike in JTNP.
Look-out point elevated +5000 feet with sweeping views extending over Coachella Valley, San Andreas fault line, and even to Mexico on a clear day.
109 locals recommend
Keys View
Look-out point elevated +5000 feet with sweeping views extending over Coachella Valley, San Andreas fault line, and even to Mexico on a clear day.
1.3- mile loop trail leading to huge Joshua trees, rocks, and an area of water that often attract birds/
72 locals recommend
Barker Dam
Joshua Tree Parkway1.3- mile loop trail leading to huge Joshua trees, rocks, and an area of water that often attract birds/
Things to do
Visitor center with educational exhibits, a water station & gift shop, plus picnic tables & a trail.
30 locals recommend
Oasis Visitor Center
74485 National Park DrVisitor center with educational exhibits, a water station & gift shop, plus picnic tables & a trail.
Sky's The Limit Observatory- Come enjoy the stars in the desert night sky.
78 locals recommend
Sky’s The Limit Observatory and Nature Center
9697 Utah TrailSky's The Limit Observatory- Come enjoy the stars in the desert night sky.
5 minutes away! Test your luck on the slots or tables. Please gamble responsibly.
88 locals recommend
Tortoise Rock Casino
5 minutes away! Test your luck on the slots or tables. Please gamble responsibly.
Looking for something to do after a long day of hiking? Get your bowl on! Bar + Mexican food in the same building.
27 locals recommend
Bowladium
73768 Gorgonio DrLooking for something to do after a long day of hiking? Get your bowl on! Bar + Mexican food in the same building.
Smith's Ranch Drive-In. $5 a person. Something nice to do in the evenings after a long day of hiking.
146 locals recommend
Smiths Ranch Drive-In Theater
4584 Adobe RdSmith's Ranch Drive-In. $5 a person. Something nice to do in the evenings after a long day of hiking.
Food scene
Charming cafe preparing New American fare with a Caribbean influence, plus juices & smoothies.
319 locals recommend
Kitchen in the Desert
6427 Mesquite AveCharming cafe preparing New American fare with a Caribbean influence, plus juices & smoothies.
Offers great ribs with a wide variety of selections including seafood, salads, sandwiches, burgers and some house favorites such as lamb chops and meat loaf.
107 locals recommend
The Rib Co
72183 Twentynine Palms HighwayOffers great ribs with a wide variety of selections including seafood, salads, sandwiches, burgers and some house favorites such as lamb chops and meat loaf.
My personal favorite Mexican food place in the city! Located in the same building as a bowling alley. Great place to stop by to eat and play in 29.
22 locals recommend
Mexican Street Tacos
73768 Gorgonio DrMy personal favorite Mexican food place in the city! Located in the same building as a bowling alley. Great place to stop by to eat and play in 29.
Fuel up before your hike in Joshua Tree! Get your freshly brewed coffee here along with some tasty pastries. CFrom hearty soups and breads, to delectable pastries and pizza, Campbell Hill Bakery offers something for everyone, whether you're a local or a tourist alike.
117 locals recommend
Campbell Hill Bakery
73491 Twentynine Palms HighwayFuel up before your hike in Joshua Tree! Get your freshly brewed coffee here along with some tasty pastries. CFrom hearty soups and breads, to delectable pastries and pizza, Campbell Hill Bakery offers something for everyone, whether you're a local or a tourist alike.