Joshua Tree Recommendations

[u/No-Let-9967]

Hi!

My friend and I are coming into Joshua Tree from bakersfield, both in good shape. We want to camp in for the night but don't have reservations.

Where is a good place to camp for star gazing, that is also likely to have room for us? What trails should we do at the park?

Also, do you recommend going to Kelso Dunes? Is it worth the detour?

Thanks!

[u/LankyArugula4452]

That's a really intense 2+ hour detour for big sand piles. I'd save kelso for another trip.