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1. Joshua Tree National Park ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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2. Outdoor Desert Art Museum of Assemblage Sculpture ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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3. World Famous Crochet Museum

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4. Murtle the Turtle

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5. Panorama Loop Trail

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6. Crossroads Cafe

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7. Furstwurld

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8. Joshua Tree Excursions

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9. Joshua Tree Coffee Company

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10. Joshua Tree Saloon

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11. Cholla Cactus Garden

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12. Lost Horse Mine

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No visit to Joshua Tree would be complete of course without a trip to Joshua Tree National Park. The park is known for its majestic natural scenery, world-renowned rock climbing, imposing rock formations, and trails that wind their way through the Mojave desert. Don't miss the Night Sky Festival in October.

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