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Twentynine Palms

California, United States · North America

About Twentynine Palms

Twentynine Palms sits on the route: 25 minutes from Joshua Tree, 32km from Joshua Tree National Park.

Twentynine Palms is a town located in California, United States. With a population of 26,025, it is an important destination in North America.

On a road trip, Twentynine Palms sits in United States, where you drive on the right. It's in the America/Los Angeles time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Twentynine Palms to your route.

About Twentynine Palms

Twentynine Palms (also known as 29 Palms) is a city in San Bernardino County, California, United States. As of the 2020 census, Twentynine Palms had a population of 28,065. It serves as one of the entry points to Joshua Tree National Park and the Mojave Desert region.

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Where is Twentynine Palms located?

Twentynine Palms is located in California, United States, North America. The coordinates are 34.1356 latitude, -116.0542 longitude.

What is the population of Twentynine Palms?

Twentynine Palms has a population of approximately 26,025 people, making it a town in United States.

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Quick Information

Population
26,025
Continent
North America
Country
United States
Region
California
Timezone
America/Los_Angeles
Coordinates
34.1356, -116.0542

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911
Ambulance
911
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911
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Worth the detour from Twentynine Palms

5 notable places within an hour's drive.

national park

Joshua Tree National Park

Where the Mojave and Colorado deserts meet, featuring twisted Joshua trees and surreal boulder formations.

32 km · about 35 min drive

natural wonder

Amboy Crater

A 250-foot cinder cone rising from a black lava field beside old Route 66, with a trail through a breach in the wall into the crater floor. Best hiked in cool months.

51 km · about 60 min drive

cafe

Roy's Motel and Cafe

An iconic mid-century motel and cafe in the Mojave Desert ghost town of Amboy on Route 66, famous for its classic Googie-style sign against the desert sky.

55 km · about 65 min drive

landmark

Palm Springs

A desert resort city known for its mid-century modern architecture, hot springs, and the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway ascending Mount San Jacinto.

57 km · about 65 min drive

landmark

The Ace Hotel & Swim Club

A desert hotspot in Palm Springs that regularly hosts car culture events and has become a gathering point for the vintage auto community.

57 km · about 65 min drive

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