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The Station Joshua Tree

Meet 'Big Josh,' the 20-foot-tall muffler man.

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The Station Joshua Tree is a very unique shop that caters to all ages. Big Josh, a 20-foot-tall Muffler Man, stands tall out in front of a 1949 converted gas station overlooking a collection of vintage cars. There are retro coin-op rides for the kids and old playground sculptures to climb on.  

There is a large covered patio that is used for events and is full of unique finds pulled from the area. The guys that own it design most of the merch, which can only be purchased on site. It is a super friendly place, plus a great photo-op.

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The Station Joshua Tree
61943 29 Palms Hwy
Joshua Tree, California, 92252
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34.134602, -116.312144
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