Joshua Tree serves as the perfect weekend getaway for those looking to refresh and unwind, especially for those of us who call the East Coast home. The consistent weather, extensive opportunities for outdoor adventure, and surreal natural landscape, in addition to its close proximity to Palm Springs, make Joshua Tree and the surrounding Yucca Valley about as good as it gets—you know, if you're into that sort of thing.
On a whim, my friends and I recently decided to go for a long weekend, clearing our schedules to make way for sun filled landscapes and clear blue skies. Wide open spaces allowed us to kick back and revel at all the desert had to offer.
We did it right. The following is a list of do's and don'ts for a weekend stay in Joshua Tree, so you can too.