‘Pioneertown’ Planned Near 29 Palms

HOLLYWOOD, March 22. (U.P)–A combination Wild West resort and movie studio location site, to be known as “Pioneertown” was underway today on 13,000 acres of desert land near Twenty-Nine Palms.

Motion picture personalities who backed the project, including Roy Rogers and the Sons of the Pioneers, said they hoped the town would be open for business in 90 days.

Source:

  • Pasadena Star News
  • March 22, 1946

Posted: September 18, 2025

March 22, 1946 - Pasadena Star News clipping
  • Pioneer Bowl
    Pioneer Bowl

    Open 5-9 pm most Fridays and Saturday.

    The “Original Fun Center of the High Desert” featuring real wood lanes, and the original 66 year old pinsetters first rolled out by Brunswick. Bowling and pool tables, Bar and restaurant currently under new construction. We do offer corporate, wedding and filming buyouts for those who want an authentic, vintage vibe.