Joshua Tree National Park, California

Depending on what time of year you go will completely change your experience at Joshua Tree. Some people go during the fall/winter when there is a chance to see snow on the ground and it’s supposed to be incredible. Temperatures can drop down to as low as the 30s at night and mid 70s during the day. Now, if you’re going in spring/summer, then you’ll experience extremely high, dry temperatures of up to 110 degrees at times. Make sure you go prepared.

I really liked this park because of how different it is to anything I’ve been to. I’m not really a desert kind of gal but I was able to appreciate its beauty and loved the energy of being there. As far as accommodations go, I stayed at an airbnb both times I went. You can browse places here.

Things to keep in mind:

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  • Depending on whether you are camping or staying at an airbnb will change your experience and your packing list.

  • Check online when you can visit on the “Free Days”.

  • All park entrances are typically always open. Just make sure you keep your pass with you when you get let in! If someone is there at the entrance you’ll have to pay a small fee but if not, you can enter free of charge.

  • Cell phone reception is very limited.

  • Please drive slow throughout the park. There are cute tortoises that sometimes cross the road.

  • Be cautious of coyotes!

  • If you find yourself in love and think you’ll go back, I recommend getting an annual pass :)

Danielle Giordano