Twentynine Palms: Stargazing, Drive-in Movies and Art Shows
A charming city in San Bernardino County and home to the Joshua Tree National Park, Twentynine Palms, CA was used to be called Twenty-Nine Palms. Accessible via plane at the Twentynine Palms Airport, just a short 6 miles away from the CBD of the town, the city was named after the palm trees that surrounded the area in 1852. According to some legends the name Twentynine Palms name was given by the gold miners that were working in the area where 29 Washingtonia Filifera Palm Trees surround the oasis. Also known as “29 Palms”, it is also the home of the Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center, the largest training base for the Marine Corps in the globe.
Best Time to Visit
The most pleasant weather in Twentynine Palms, California can be enjoyed between January to April and brings people from different parts of America to the region. Summer is the most crowded time of the year with prices of flights, and hotel rooms are getting a little expensive.
What to Do & Area Attractions
Charm is overflowing in Twentynine Palms and art is quite a big deal in the region. Located near mountain vistas and mountains, you’ll find Joshua Tree National Park and Sky’s Limit Observatory and Nature Center and the Oasis of Mara a truly entertaining way to enjoy the beauty of the region. Relax in one of the accommodations available at the Best Western Gardens Hotel At Joshua Tree National Park. The Rodeway Inn & Suites 29 Palms Near Joshua Tree National Park is also located conveniently near the breathtaking areas in the region and the 29 Palms Airport.