I’ve been dreaming about a trip to Joshua Tree now that the weather is cooling off. Summer in the desert can be brutal, but once fall rolls around, it’s the perfect time to pack a bag and head for wide-open skies, funky desert towns, and some of the most surreal landscapes you’ll ever see. I’ll cover the best Joshua Tree hotels in this post, but there are also some amazing Joshua Tree campgrounds if you prefer to sleep under the stars. If you’re planning a trip to Joshua Tree, it helps to know when to go. Peak season in Joshua Tree runs from October through May, when daytime temperatures are…