Applications open for Fall 2025
Want to experience Joshua Tree Writers Retreat this Fall?
We are pleased to announce that we’ve opened our books for Fall 2025.
Want to apply for a stay at Joshua Tree Writers Retreat this Fall?
The basic facts:
The Joshua Tree Writers Retreat invites residency requests from visual, literary, and performing artists to this quiet, rural space on 2.5 acres in North Joshua Tree.
Residency stays in the main property may be one or two week(s) based on requests and availability. Pets and family are welcome with advance notice, should you so desire. Single occupancy residency fees currently begin at $625 per week with discounts for returning residents.
The non-refundable application fee is $20 per person and goes toward your residency stay total cost, should you decide to come to Joshua Tree. If you need financial assistance, please let us know.
Some details about the Main House, which you will have to yourself:
There are two bedrooms in the main house. The main room has one queen bed and killer views of the sunrise. The second room currently has four twin beds in it, with an attached bathroom. There is a brand new queen size futon in the living room.
There is one designated work space in the front room and writing desks in both bedrooms.
There is a fully functional, well-stocked kitchen. All the amenities! There is also a dining room and bar top to seat eight in total.
Couples, partners, families, and pets are all allowed! Bring them or don't! We won't judge.
While at the Joshua Tree Writers Retreat you could be:
Working on your art project or writing in your cozy retreat space.
Enjoying a quiet rural desert location without distractions.
Watching inspiring sunrises, sunsets, moonrises, or starry skies. Joshua Tree is known for stargazing. Let us know if we can help you with this.
Walking on the trails and exploring the Joshua Tree National Park and its surrounding areas.
Go see some live music, if you’re into that, at Pappy and Harriett’s or maybe Spaghetti Western. There's also Giant Rock Meeting Room, Tiny Pony, and Snake Bite Roadhouse.
Stroll through famous Pioneertown.
An outdoor art installation at Joshua Tree Retreat Center. Catch a seminar, sound bath, architecture tour, yoga, or the weekly Farmer’s Market at the Joshua Tree Retreat Center.
Visit the sculpture park close to Joshua Tree Writers Retreat, any of the art galleries in town, or spend some time in the (free!) Hi-Desert Nature Museum.
Visit the Integratron.
Pick up a thrifting map from Black Luck Vintage and have at all the glorious thrift store options in the area.
What past writers-in-residence are saying:
“During my time at the writer's retreat, I was able to experience a unique and beautiful desert environment that sparked creative inspiration and offered a peaceful space to reflect and write. The house felt like a home and Joshua Tree evokes a thoughtful, artistic spirit that is valuable for any writer.”
“The Joshua Tree Writers Retreat is so thoughtfully designed for those who are seeking a peaceful location to spend productive writing time. Every detail on the property fosters inspiration and joy, and there are so many quiet places to settle down for a few productive hours with your creative work! This retreat so clearly is the product of much love and care, and my time there was made so incredibly special.”
Weeks at Joshua Tree Writers Retreat are filled on a first come, first served basis. Interested writers can fill out an application and let us know if you have any questions.