Explore Joshua Tree

Dig deeper with our self-guided audio tour & desert travel guide

Joshua Tree National Park, where desert landscapes meet otherworldly wonder, with gnarly yuccas, dramatic boulders, and endless skies. Explore this surreal terrain at your own pace, from scenic drives to quiet trails rich with stories of nature, history, and culture.

Self-Guided Tours in Joshua Tree

A winding desert road passes through a landscape with Joshua trees and low shrubs, with rocky mountains in the background under a partly cloudy sky.
Driving Tour

Journey into Joshua Tree Audio Tour & Area Guide

Immerse yourself in the wonder of Joshua Tree National Park on this self-guided audio driving tour. Journey through time, exploring the park's geology, history, and diverse plant and animal life. And with our free area guide, you can browse our curated collection of personal favorites, hidden gems, nearby destinations and day trip ideas!

Beyond the Park: Hidden Gems & Other Attractions

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Go See Live Music at Pappy & Harriet's
Go See Live Music at Pappy & Harriet's

Pappy & Harriet's is a music venue, restaurant, and old west style saloon, and is famous for attracting well known artists and indie bands to play at its rustic high-desert venue, located in Pioneertown, CA.

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Escape the Heat on the Palm Springs Aerial Tram!
Escape the Heat on the Palm Springs Aerial Tram!
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Food & Restaurants in Joshua Tree

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Grocery Stores in Joshua Tree, Plus Farmers Market and Wine Shops near Joshua Tree
Grocery Stores in Joshua Tree, Plus Farmers Market and Wine Shops near Joshua Tree

If you’re staying at a vacation rental in or near Joshua Tree and are wondering about grocery stores and where to shop, check out our list before you detour to Palm Springs.

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Our Favorite Joshua Tree Restaurants & Saloons, Plus Best Spots for Food on the Go!
Our Favorite Joshua Tree Restaurants & Saloons, Plus Best Spots for Food on the Go!

If you’re visiting Joshua Tree and wondering where you should eat, we’ve put together a simple list of the places we would recommend after having visited for almost 20 years.

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Tips & Travel Information for Joshua Tree

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The Best Things To Do in Joshua Tree—Your Ultimate Guide
The Best Things To Do in Joshua Tree—Your Ultimate Guide

Joshua Tree National Park is full of the most incredible trees, the best hiking, and a dark night sky full of twinkling stars

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A Cultural History of Joshua Tree National Park
A Cultural History of Joshua Tree National Park

The history of Joshua Tree is just as fascinating as its present. The park has been home to a variety of people over the centuries, each leaving their mark on the land in different ways.

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Explore Even More of Joshua Tree with These Bookable Experiences!