Pioneertown is a wonderfully quirky desert destination in San Bernardino County, originally built in the 1940s as an Old West movie set. Today this one-of-a-kind town near Joshua Tree National Park attracts visitors with its frontier-style Mane Street, unique desert landscape, and legendary live music venue Pappy & Harriet’s, which welcomes dogs on its outdoor patio.

Dogs will love exploring the Pioneertown Mountains Preserve, featuring miles of dog-friendly trails winding through Joshua trees and dramatic boulder formations. The surrounding high desert offers wide-open spaces, cool evenings, and stunning stargazing, making Pioneertown a memorable getaway for adventurous pups and their people.