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Welcome to Joshua Tree, California
Near Joshua Tree, California, visitors can explore the iconic Joshua Tree National Park, known for its stunning desert landscapes, unique rock formations, and namesake Joshua trees. Popular activities include hiking scenic trails like Hidden Valley and Barker Dam, rock climbing on world-renowned routes, and stargazing under some of the clearest night skies in the country. Art lovers can visit the Noah Purifoy Outdoor Desert Art Museum or shop for local crafts in nearby Joshua Tree Village. The area also offers opportunities for photography, nature walks, and relaxing in the serene desert environment.
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Restaurants
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The Cactus Bar

The Cactus Bar

A lively bar in the city’s Historic Plaza, offering a variety of beers, wines, and cocktails. It features large screens for sports, a pool table, and a great selection of food, including starters, dips, salads, and quesadillas. Open Monday and Sunday from 11 AM to 9 PM, Tuesday and Wednesday from 11 AM to 10 PM, Thursday from 11 AM to 12 AM (next day), Friday and Saturday from 11 AM to 2 AM (next day). 

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grnd sqrl

grnd sqrl

A beer and food oasis in the desert, this funky spot in downtown Twentynine Palms offers scratch-made eats, fresh craft beers, and top-notch desert vibes. Open from Monday to Saturday from noon to 9 PM, closed on Sunday.

Note: Check out their website to find out about open mic, trivia, and live music night.

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Royal Siam Cuisine Thai Restaurant

Royal Siam Cuisine Thai Restaurant

A restaurant with over 20 years of expertise, we take pride in serving the finest, healthiest Thai cuisine in the desert. The dishes, crafted from original recipes, feature fresh, high-quality ingredients. Open from Thursday to Tuesday from 11 AM to 8 PM, closed on Wednesday.

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Activities
Sky’s The Limit Observatory and Nature Center

Sky’s The Limit Observatory and Nature Center

A community-driven observatory offering public stargazing events and educational programs. Visitors can enjoy stargazing, and nature walks, and set up their telescopes. Telescope viewing, the Observatory Dome, and restrooms are available only when docents are present.  A volunteer docent is usually on campus Saturday from 9 AM to 3 PM.


Note: There is a one-night sky program a month on the Saturday nearest the new moon. Reservations are required for this activity.

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Joshua Tree Adventures

Joshua Tree Adventures

A local tour operator offering hiking and rock climbing tours that can be fully customized. Visit their website to book a tour.

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Desert View Conservation Area (DVCA)

Desert View Conservation Area (DVCA)

A 605-acre undeveloped area offering hiking and horseback riding on designated trails. The area is home to unique wildlife and is popular for photography, with restrictions on overnight camping, fires, and trail-blazing to protect its delicate environment. Open daily from 7 AM to 7 PM.

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Groceries
Dollar General

Dollar General

A bargain retail chain offering a variety of household goods, groceries, beauty products, and more. Open daily from 8 AM to 10 PM.

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Stater Bros. Markets

Stater Bros. Markets

A grocery store providing fresh food, healthy options, and convenience. It offers items from the bakery, deli, produce, and meat departments, including local produce, baked goods, and quality cuts of meat. Open daily from 6 AM to 11 PM.

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Roadrunner Grab+Go

Roadrunner Grab+Go

A convenient grab-and-go spot offering pre-made sandwiches and hot burritos. While it's not quite a deli, it’s designed with hikers in mind, featuring a great selection of nuts, cheese, and other hiking-friendly foods, as well as options for vegetarians. There’s also a good selection of ice cream. Open daily from 7:30 AM to 5 PM.

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