Villa LaVista's Guide
Sightseeing
Joshua Tree National Park is a vast protected area in southern California. It's characterized by rugged rock formations and stark desert landscapes. Named for the region’s twisted, bristled Joshua trees, the park straddles the cactus-dotted Colorado Desert and the Mojave Desert, which is higher and cooler. Keys View looks out over the Coachella Valley. Hiking trails weave through the boulders of Hidden Valley
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Parque Nacional Joshua Tree
Joshua Tree National Park is a vast protected area in southern California. It's characterized by rugged rock formations and stark desert landscapes. Named for the region’s twisted, bristled Joshua trees, the park straddles the cactus-dotted Colorado Desert and the Mojave Desert, which is higher and cooler. Keys View looks out over the Coachella Valley. Hiking trails weave through the boulders of Hidden Valley
The Integratron is a 38 feet tall cupola structure with a diameter of 55 feet designed by ufologist and contactee George Van Tassel. Van Tassel claimed the Integratron was capable of rejuvenation, anti-gravity and time travel
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Integratron
2477 Belfield BlvdThe Integratron is a 38 feet tall cupola structure with a diameter of 55 feet designed by ufologist and contactee George Van Tassel. Van Tassel claimed the Integratron was capable of rejuvenation, anti-gravity and time travel
Hidden Valley is a self-guiding, one-mile loop trail that winds among massive boulders through what was believed to be a legendary cattle rustlers' hideout. It is one of the most popular and scenic hiking trails in Joshua Tree National Park. The area is also a popular rock-climbing area.
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Sendero de la naturaleza Hidden Valley
74485 National Park DriveHidden Valley is a self-guiding, one-mile loop trail that winds among massive boulders through what was believed to be a legendary cattle rustlers' hideout. It is one of the most popular and scenic hiking trails in Joshua Tree National Park. The area is also a popular rock-climbing area.
Cactus-filled area in Joshua Tree National Park that's viewable from a flat loop walking trail.
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Cholla Cactus Garden
Cholla Cactus Garden TrailCactus-filled area in Joshua Tree National Park that's viewable from a flat loop walking trail.
Explore the rocky desert landscape of Joshua Tree on the Barker Dam Trail, an easy 1.1 (1.8 km) loop. Wander through Joshua Tree's iconic monzogranite boulders, namesake Joshua trees, and past the historic Barker Dam. Visit a rock art site and experience human history from a respectful distance.
Encounter rock climbers, spot wildlife big and small, scramble over boulders, and walk along desert washes. Catch a glimpse of the far-off San Gorgonio Mountain. View the plant life of the Mojave Desert, including Joshua trees, creosote, Mojave yucca, pinon pines, and more.
This trail is ideal for short visits, families, wildlife enthusiasts, rock art and history enthusiasts, photographers, and novice scramblers
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Barker Dam Nature Trail
Barker Dam Nature TrailExplore the rocky desert landscape of Joshua Tree on the Barker Dam Trail, an easy 1.1 (1.8 km) loop. Wander through Joshua Tree's iconic monzogranite boulders, namesake Joshua trees, and past the historic Barker Dam. Visit a rock art site and experience human history from a respectful distance.
Encounter rock climbers, spot wildlife big and small, scramble over boulders, and walk along desert washes. Catch a glimpse of the far-off San Gorgonio Mountain. View the plant life of the Mojave Desert, including Joshua trees, creosote, Mojave yucca, pinon pines, and more.
This trail is ideal for short visits, families, wildlife enthusiasts, rock art and history enthusiasts, photographers, and novice scramblers
Get to know this 3.0-mile out-and-back trail near Twentynine Palms, California. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 31 min to complete. This is a very popular area for hiking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are October through May. You'll need to leave pups at home — dogs aren't allowed on this trail
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Fortynine Palms Oasis Trail
Fortynine Palms Oasis TrailGet to know this 3.0-mile out-and-back trail near Twentynine Palms, California. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 31 min to complete. This is a very popular area for hiking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are October through May. You'll need to leave pups at home — dogs aren't allowed on this trail
Keys View is an incredibly popular sunset spot in Joshua Tree, but I argue it’s even better for sunrise. Why? Because you won’t have to battle the crowds
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Keys View
Keys View is an incredibly popular sunset spot in Joshua Tree, but I argue it’s even better for sunrise. Why? Because you won’t have to battle the crowds
Skull-shaped desert granite rock formation with 2 depressions like eye sockets created by erosion
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Skull Rock
Skull-shaped desert granite rock formation with 2 depressions like eye sockets created by erosion
Food scene
Classic American fare amid rustic Western decor, plus extras including BBQ & live music.
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Pappy & Harriet's
53688 Pioneertown RdClassic American fare amid rustic Western decor, plus extras including BBQ & live music.
Enduring, calm eatery serving imaginative sushi rolls & other Japanese fare, plus hot & cold sake
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Kimi Grill
54850 Twentynine Palms HighwayEnduring, calm eatery serving imaginative sushi rolls & other Japanese fare, plus hot & cold sake
Premium coffee, sandwiches & salads in a cool, eclectic space with art displays on the walls.
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Frontier Café
55844 Twentynine Palms HighwayPremium coffee, sandwiches & salads in a cool, eclectic space with art displays on the walls.
Fantastic pizzas and a vast selection of beers
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Giant Rock Meeting Room & Coffee House
1131 Old Woman Springs RdFantastic pizzas and a vast selection of beers
At The Natural Sisters Cafe, we serve comfort food with a natural twist. We prepare highly rated, organic, plant based, and locally sourced food and drinks. Come find us in the center of Joshua Tree and experience “Food made with kindness, focus, and love.”
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Natural Sisters Cafe
61695 Twentynine Palms HighwayAt The Natural Sisters Cafe, we serve comfort food with a natural twist. We prepare highly rated, organic, plant based, and locally sourced food and drinks. Come find us in the center of Joshua Tree and experience “Food made with kindness, focus, and love.”
Remote spot for specialty & build-your-own hand-tossed pies with a wide variety of unusual toppings.
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Pie for the People!
58960 29 Palms HighwayRemote spot for specialty & build-your-own hand-tossed pies with a wide variety of unusual toppings.
Our small batch roasts embody the unique energy and culture of Joshua Tree California. Our roasts are grounded in organic, ethically sourced coffee beans. Roasted with Love
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Joshua Tree Coffee Company
61738 Twentynine Palms HighwayOur small batch roasts embody the unique energy and culture of Joshua Tree California. Our roasts are grounded in organic, ethically sourced coffee beans. Roasted with Love