Olya
Joshua Tree, one of everyone’s favorite nature getaways in Southern California, boasts stunning desert landscapes dotted with Joshua trees and numerous piles of smooth, round shaped boulders perfect for rock climbers and hikers. Quirky art installations and fantastic Airbnb stays only add more magic to this destination. Located 130 miles away from Los Angeles, it takes about two hours to get to this national park, and it’s absolutely worth the trip if you’re in search of unforgettable experiences in Southern California.
THINGS TO DO
ENJOY THE DRIVE THROUGH JOSHUA TREE
Coming from Los Angeles, West Entrance Station is the closest entrance to Joshua Tree. There’s an entrance fee of $30 USD per vehicle. Once inside, you’ll be driving on Park Blvd hitting most of the main attractions, then switching to Pinto Basin Rd to reach Cholla cactus garden. A drive through Joshua Tree takes about two hours but be prepared to make time for multiple hiking trails because these stunning nature sites are simply impossible to resist.
CLIMB ROCK FORMATIONS
Joshua Tree is perfect for experienced rock climbers, beginners and hikers alike. Round and almost cartoon like rock formations create a unique terrain that everyone is drawn to explore. Skull Rock, Arch Rock, Jumbo Rocks and Heart Rock are some of the most well-known sites in Joshua Tree.
SEE CHOLLA CACTUS GARDEN
Cholla Cactus garden is another beautiful site in Joshua Tree. Walk down the narrow paths of the garden to find yourself surrounded by these cacti lovingly nicknamed teddybears.
STARGAZE
With a low light pollution, Joshua Tree boasts a starry night sky perfect for stargazing and astrophotography. Gathering around fire to watch the stars with your family and friends is truly special here.
WHERE TO STAY
AIRBNB
With so many great Airbnbs on offer, you will have a hard time choosing your perfect stay by Joshua Tree. I’d always shortlist the ones that come with a fire pit and hot tub to keep warm while stargazing.
CAMPING
For true nature lovers, camping inside the national park is the perfect fit. There are several camping grounds in Joshua Tree and it’s important to make reservations weeks or even months in advance.
PIONEERTOWN MOTEL
Once a waypost for movie stars filming Westerns in the desert, Pioneertown motel is a quirky stay by Joshua Tree.
Very interesting piece and cool pictures.
Keep it up! 💪
Thank you, Yuliya!:)