AreaJoshua Tree, Joshua Tree
Best timeAll year
Price$ · free or cheap
From LAAbout 119 mi
Tip: Park entry fee. Go early or late for the best light.
Trips that include it
Nearby
EventJoshua Tree
Geminid meteor showerPeaks around Dec 13–14One of the year's best meteor showers, under some of the darkest skies near LA.
EventJoshua Tree
Perseid meteor showerPeaks around Aug 12–13Warm-night meteor watching. Go late, after the heat breaks.
SightJoshua Tree NP
Keys ViewJoshua Tree · $A ridge-top viewpoint over the Coachella Valley. Best at sunset.
FoodJoshua Tree
Crossroads CafeJoshua Tree · $The breakfast stop before the park.
StayJoshua Tree
Joshua Tree InnJoshua Tree · $$A small historic motel around a pool, close to the park's west entrance.
SightJoshua Tree NP
Cholla Cactus GardenJoshua Tree · $A field of fuzzy-looking cactus that glows at golden hour.
FoodPioneertown
Pappy & Harriet'sJoshua Tree · $$Old West saloon with barbecue and surprisingly big live music.
Thing to doLanders
The IntegratronJoshua Tree · $$A domed wooden building famous for sound baths.