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California
Desert Dreams
Twentynine Palms is the south entry point of Joshua Tree National Park. The city was named for the palm trees found in this region in 1852.
You will find a series of 26 outdoor murals painted on the local building that features various aspects of the desert life. You can find more about the city's history at the Schoolhouse, where the society that founded the city used to live.
The summer can be sweltering, and the winter very cold. The temperature can vary from 35°F to 99°F. It is rarely below 28°F or above 105°F. Be prepared for hot days and cold nights.
ASTRO TOURISM
If you love stargazing, you will find a few places in the world that you can most certainly visit, and Joshua Tree is one of them. The park is famous for its vegetation, historic rock formations, and magical dark skies.
Just for you to have an idea, the International Dark Association honored the park with Dark Sky Park status. It is among the best national parks for stargazing.
Remember to bring a few essential items to register for the Galaxy show.
Use red lights. This way, your eyes adjust to the skylight, and you see the stars
Bring a tripod, a camera, and batteries
Best Months
June & July
You can see the Milk Way as soon as it gets dark
August & September
The Milk Way is out all Night.
It is Vertical
Joshua Tree National Park
One of the most famous parks in the world. Joshua Tree receives billions of people per year. It is famous for the Dark Night Sky. It was designated a national monument in 1936 by President Franklin Roosevelt. and was accorded National Park in 1994. However, the geological story began two billion years ago. Chick the link below to learn more about its formation.
Joshua Tree
Sky Observatory
Our Favorite
Restaurant & Bars
The Palms Bar and restaurant
Located at 83131 Amboy road. A short drive or walk to this bar in the middle of the desert. Great live entertainment, bar dining, and music festivals from time to time.
DINING
Kitchen in the Desert
Charming restaurant preparing New American fusion with Caribbean influences.
They don't serve alcohol. Bring your own.
6427 mesquite Ave, Twentynine Palms, CA 92277
Castanedas Mexican food
Open 24 hours.
73680 Sun Valley Dr Twentynine Palms, CA 92277
Denny's
Open 24 hours, American dinner.
73669-91 Twentynine Palms Highway, Twentynine Palms, CA 92277
Thai Cafe
Great Thai casual dining.
73501 Twentynine Palms Highway, Twentynine Palms, CA 92277
Edchada's
Great margaritas and Mexican food.
73502 Twentynine Palms Highway. Twentynine Palms, CA 92277
Stater Bros. Market
Great groceries selection including organic section.
71727 Twentynine Palms Highway, Twentynine Palms, CA 92277
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