Where You’ll Stay

WKNDR Getaways sit in 29 Palms, just minutes from the North Entrance of Joshua Tree National Park. It’s one of the quietest, least crowded entrances to the park and provides convenient access to some of Joshua Tree National Park’s most iconic stops.

Map of Joshua Tree National Park showing the west and north entrances, various landmarks like Hidden Valley, Ryan Mountain, Barker Dam, Skull Rock, Arch Rock, Jumbo Rocks, Cholla Cactus Garden, and trails, with illustrations of trees, rocks, and a bird.

The North Entrance: Joshua Tree’s Best Kept Secret

Most travelers enter Joshua Tree from the west side and it has the traffic to prove it. The North Entrance is calmer, faster to navigate, and closer to a surprising number of classic routes.

From our stays and through the North Entrance, you can reach:

  • Split Rock – ~15 minutes

  • Skull Rock – ~15 minutes

  • Arch Rock & Heart Rock – ~15 minutes

  • Cholla Cactus Garden – ~25 minutes

  • Barker Dam – ~30 minutes

  • Visitor Center – ~7 minutes

Whether you're planning sunrise climbs, long hikes, scenic drives, or slow rambles, this side of the park gives you a head start.

About 29 Palms

29 Palms is a quietly evolving desert town that sits just outside the north gates of Joshua Tree. It’s laid back with cafés, local shops, and the soft pulse of a creative community finding its groove.

You’ll find everything you need for a comfortable stay:

  • grocery stores and markets

  • locally loved restaurants

  • gas stations and gear basics

  • quick access to the national park

  • wide-open desert views in every direction

Distances & Practical Info

Los Angeles → WKNDR
~2 hours 30 minutes (depending on traffic)

Palm Springs → WKNDR
~55 minutes

Las Vegas → WKNDR
~3 hours 15 minutes

Closest Airport
Palm Springs International (PSP)

Nearby Essentials

  • Grocery & supplies: 5–8 minutes

  • Coffee & local restaurants: 5–10 minutes

  • Joshua Tree National Park entrance: 5–10 minutes