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How to get there
Where to stay
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Joshua Tree travel guide

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You're Going to Love Joshua Tree

With a population of 7,414, Joshua Tree is a must-see destination in California, United States. Consider staying at least one whole day in Joshua Tree to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Joshua Tree

Joshua Tree in September
Estimated hotel price
$97
1 night at 3-star hotel
Joshua Tree in September
Estimated hotel price
$97
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Joshua Tree in July, when the average temperature is 87.8 °F, and the highest can go up to 105.8 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 35.6 °F, with an average temperature of 50 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in August, when precipitation is around 0.7″. In contrast, June is usually the driest month of the year in Joshua Tree, with an average rainfall of 0″.

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How to Get to Joshua Tree

Plane

Although Joshua Tree doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Palm Springs (PSP), which is located 24 miles from Joshua Tree. Ontario Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from JetBlue, Air Serbia, Air Canada and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Joshua Tree departs from Seattle and takes around 2h 38m.

Car

Another option to get to Joshua Tree is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 115 miles from Joshua Tree. You’ll find branches of Priceless and Turo, among others, in Los Angeles.

Plane

Although Joshua Tree doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Palm Springs (PSP), which is located 24 miles from Joshua Tree. Ontario Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from JetBlue, Air Serbia, Air Canada and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Joshua Tree departs from Seattle and takes around 2h 38m.

Car

Another option to get to Joshua Tree is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 115 miles from Joshua Tree. You’ll find branches of Priceless and Turo, among others, in Los Angeles.

Airports near Joshua Tree

ONTOntario
SNASanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
PSPPalm Springs

Airlines serving Joshua Tree

Lufthansa
Good (7,046 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,844 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,933 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,701 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (781 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,697 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,216 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,252 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,972 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,292 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,924 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,076 reviews)
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Where to stay in Joshua Tree

Average rates range from around $266 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $184 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Joshua Tree

Most booked hotels in Joshua Tree

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AutoCamp Joshua Tree
4 stars
Excellent (9, 275 reviews)
$160+
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The Castle House Estate
0 stars
Excellent (8.2, 598 reviews)
$157+
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Casa De Frank
0 stars
Good (7.8, 843 reviews)
$75+
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Safari Motor Inn - Joshua Tree
2 stars
Good (7.7, 631 reviews)
$77+
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High Desert Motel Joshua Tree National Park
2 stars
Good (7.6, 2063 reviews)
$72+
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Renting a car in Joshua Tree

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Joshua Tree (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Joshua Tree is Standard (Ford Edge or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Nissan Versa or similar) are, on average, 62% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Joshua Tree (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Joshua Tree is Standard (Ford Edge or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Nissan Versa or similar) are, on average, 62% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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