Welcome to the Desert.
Yucca Valley
An establishing shot of Yucca Valley changes the tone of the episode following the glitz and glamor of Hollywood.
This is actually an establishing shot of the city of Yucca Valley, CA, as seen from the northeast around Sunnyslope Dr/Shawnee Trail, looking southeast. The circled landmarks below include, from left to right:
- A house at 7913 Joshua Lane.
- Yucca Valley High, specifically the blue roof on one of its buildings.
- A firetruck traveling west on Onaga Trail.
- The Joshua Springs Calvary Chapel.
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High Desert Motel
The High Desert Motel on 29 Palms Hwy in Joshua Tree gets a brief appearance.
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Desert Christ Park
Some white statues that overlook a Joshua Tree stand around in a park.
This is the Desert Christ Park, which is basically what it sounds like. It’s a statuary park dedicated to statues of Jesus Christ, the Apostles, and Mary, which is located on Sunnyslope Drive in Yucca Valley.
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Frontier Cafe
A quick shot of the Frontier Cafe, also on 29 Palms Hwy in Joshua Tree, makes an appearance. This is not the same location where Simon and Chuck are seen drinking in the next scene.
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(Wonder Man S01E08, 2026)