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Over a long weekend in May, this family-friendly, indie-music fest grooves out at Joshua
Tree Lake Campground. It's followed by a soulful roots celebration in mid-October. No
dogs.
Pioneer Days CULTURAL
( www.visit29.org )
Twentynine Palms' Old West-themed carnival on the third October weekend has a parade,
an arm-wrestling competition and a chili dinner.
Hwy 62 Art Tours ART
( www.hwy62art.org )
Tour artists' studios, galleries and workshops over two weekends in October and/or
November.
Sleeping
Inside the park there are only campgrounds, but there are plenty of lodging options along
Hwy 62. Twentynine Palms has the biggest selection of accommodations, including na-
tional chain motels. Pads in Joshua Tree have more character and charm.
Joshua Tree Inn MOTEL
( MAP GOOGLE MAP ; 760-366-1188; www.joshuatreeinn.com ; 61259 Twentynine Palms Hwy,
Joshua Tree; r/ste incl breakfast from $89/159; reception 3pm to 8pm; )
This funky-cool, rock 'n' roll-infused, wisteria-strewn motel has 11 spacious rooms behind
turquoise doors leading off from a desert-garden courtyard with great views. It gained no-
toriety in 1973 when rock legend Gram Parsons overdosed in Room 8, now decorated in
tribute. Other famous guests have included John Wayne, Donovan and Emmylou Harris.
The communal area features a rock fireplace, where coffee, tea and granola bars are
served.
Safari Motor Inn MOTEL
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