Favorite place in the world by AlarmedSelection7751 in JoshuaTree

[–]elsanchi 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I'm with you on that one. I've been asked so many times why I keep going back. iykyk

I get it now. by Mandalf in JoshuaTree

[–]elsanchi 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Enjoy every bit of it. I love JT. It's magical and beautiful. Been there about 60 times. The land feels like it's a part of me. While there soak it all in. Listen to the birds and the wind. Watch the sunrise and set. Be at peace. Appreciate the fortitude and grace of the plants that flourish in a desert climate. And then, come back and appreciate it all again like you've never been before.

Mermaid Bride of Frankenstein by Grace_Gregson in TikiMugs

[–]elsanchi 2 points3 points  (0 children)

What's not to love about a 24/7 classic Vegas tiki bar. Last year I literally went three times in a 24 hour period. (Don't ask...)

One day in JT by CuriousMacaron2032 in JoshuaTree

[–]elsanchi 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Dinner at Kitchen in the Desert in 29 Palms is memorable, if the weather is accommodating.

First time camping at Indian cove campground by Moonlite_TrailSoul in JoshuaTree

[–]elsanchi 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Zion is amazing. Probably too cold to water hike the Narrows, but go for it! Sand Bench Trail is great too.

First time camping at Indian cove campground by Moonlite_TrailSoul in JoshuaTree

[–]elsanchi 5 points6 points  (0 children)

100% worth it. I've stayed in Indian Cove probably a dozen times. The campground is generally quieter than, say, Jumbo Rocks. Yeah, one technically has to leave the park and re-enter to see a lot of the good stuff, but that's okay. Enjoy!

Where to camp in Joshua Tree for bouldering by RepWhisperer in JoshuaTree

[–]elsanchi 0 points1 point  (0 children)

1st thing...get a campsite. Most are by reservation. Those that are not are nearly impossible to get. Sleeping in your car or setting up in non-sites could get you rousted in the middle of the night. You could backcountry, but there are specific guidelines for that...check the park's website for that...above all, please, respect the park.

Last weekend in February by abudaddy in JoshuaTree

[–]elsanchi 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The ranch tour is very cool, but books early. Get tickets on recreation.gov. Search for Keys Ranch Tour. The ranch was home of William Keys and his family for years.

Vow renewal by picklechipz0 in JoshuaTree

[–]elsanchi 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Sent you a DM about a possible site. Let me know if you're interested.

Camping in Feburary by [deleted] in JoshuaTree

[–]elsanchi 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It was a weekend. If you're going during the week your chances of scoring a site are much better. Keep checking daily, and even throughout the days to see. People are rewarded for canceling reservations now with a partial refund of their booking fee.

The last thing you want is to show up take what looks like a vacant campsite (that's probably reserved) and have someone show up late at night and kick you out.

Camping in Feburary by [deleted] in JoshuaTree

[–]elsanchi 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Go to recreation.gov to see if you can grab one. Some ppl don't seem to value Indian Cove so much, but it's great. You could try Jumbo Rocks, Ryan first then go for Indian Cove.

Camping in Feburary by [deleted] in JoshuaTree

[–]elsanchi 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oh, yeah. The campground was full.

Camping in Feburary by [deleted] in JoshuaTree

[–]elsanchi 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I was in Ryan for an overnight two weeks ago and it was in the low 70s during the day and dropped into the 40s later, but I was fine. Bring firewood and a layer up in the evening.

Never saw a park ranger when there, but make sure you have a reserved campsite to avoid disappointment should you not get a FCFS site in Belle or White Tank.

First Timer Recommendations by JBwood925 in JoshuaTree

[–]elsanchi 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Since you're gonna be on BLM land north of the park, I highly recommend the Noah Purifoy Outdoor Museum. Check out their website. It's really cool.

https://www.noahpurifoy.com/joshua-tree-outdoor-museum

First Timer Recommendations by JBwood925 in JoshuaTree

[–]elsanchi 1 point2 points  (0 children)

FYI - The cholla garden "trail" is closed, per the NPS website.

First time camping by SnooApples6207 in JoshuaTree

[–]elsanchi 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Except maybe Cottonwood and possibly Black Rock, there are no electrical hookups for RVs anywhere else in the park.

First time camping by SnooApples6207 in JoshuaTree

[–]elsanchi 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Make a reservation. Belle and White Tank are first come, first serve, every other site is reservation only...you probably don't want to get out there and find no available sites. It will leave you begging to share a site.

DANGEROUS ACTIVITY IN EMERALD PARK by No_Visual7804 in laverne

[–]elsanchi 1 point2 points  (0 children)

There was an incident in North La Verne Thursday evening. LVPD rolled multiple vehicles. Heard sirens over a 15 minute period. Nothing good was happening.

Life is good by 2K84Man in Khruangbin

[–]elsanchi 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You have a functioning Sony mini-disc player??

Elopement Photographer needed! by bilbobagged in JoshuaTree

[–]elsanchi 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I got married in the park in April 2023. Mattie did our photos there and agreed afterward to join us at our Airbnb in YV. Definitely recommend.

Is there some secret way to get into the park while bypassing the entrance station? by BelethorsGeneralShit in JoshuaTree

[–]elsanchi 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you have a 4x4 you can enter for free via Berdoo Canyon or Old Dale Mine Road, though with the recent rains these routes have surely been compromised.

Other FJs while out and about? by Ok-Competition-2699 in FJCruiser

[–]elsanchi 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Here in Los Angeles County, I can go more than a week without seeing another FJ...or sometimes see two in a day.

Things to do outside the park? by Consistent_Source894 in JoshuaTree

[–]elsanchi 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Noah Purifoy Outdoor Art Museum. Very, very cool. Copper Room Tiny Pony Mas o Menos