Things To Do In Indian Wells, La Quinta, Palm Springs, Palm Desert and Rancho Mirage! 
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The Twenty Best Parks, Views,
Sightseeing Trips and Attractions in the Palm Springs Area
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Big Morongo Canyon Preserve
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(Leisure Activities - Parks & Attractions)
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Post Office Box 780 11055 East Dr, Morongo Valley
92256 • 760-363-7190
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Description: Over
seven miles of beautiful trails to explore among 4500 acres of lush
vegetation. A birdwatcher's and hiker's paradise. Picnic facilities are
available. Take I-10 West to Highway 62 through Morongo Valley business
district and take a right onto East Drive.
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Coachella Valley Preserve
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(Leisure Activities - Parks & Attractions)
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29200 Thousand Palms Canyon Rd, Thousand Palms
92276 • 760-343-2733
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Description: Five
miles southeast of Palm Springs. Sparkling springs sheltered amid 13,000
acres of lush greenery provide a haven for a myriad of desert wildlife.
In the center there is a 1000 acre idyllic palm oasis that served as the
backdrop for Cecil De Mille's epic film, "King of Kings."
Self-guided nature trails, horse trails, and picnic facilities available.
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Joshua Tree National Park
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(Leisure Activities - Parks & Attractions)
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6554 Park Blvd, Joshua Tree 92252 • 760-367-7511
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Description: A
place to escape and ponder the meaning of life. This monument is the
result of two great deserts, the low Colorado and the high Mojave, coming
together to create a 794,000-acre geological and floral wonderland.
Visitors center, art gallery, and cafe-deli at the park's entrance.
Mystical and awe-inspiring.
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Living Desert Zoo and Gardens
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(Leisure Activities - Parks & Attractions)
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47-900 Portola Ave, Palm Desert • 760-346-5694
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Description: This
1200-acre interpretive center features mountain lions, wolves, javelina,
bobcats, golden eagles and much more. A natural setting nestled at the
foot of the Santa Rosa Mountains. Take Highway 111 east to Palm Desert,
turn right on Portola Avenue.
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Moorten Botanical Garden
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(Leisure Activities - Parks & Attractions)
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1701 South Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs
92264 • 760-327-6555
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Description: Over
3000 varieties of desert plants including prickly pears, agaves and
cacti. Indian artifacts and rock, crystal and wood forms are
exhibited.
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Mount San Jacinto State Park
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(Leisure Activities - Parks & Attractions)
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Palm Springs Aerial Tramway 25905 Hwy 243, Idyllwild
92549 • 800-444-7275
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Description: 54
miles of hiking trails, camping and picnic areas, guided wilderness mule
rides during snow-free months. Cross-country ski equipment rentals during
winter. This state park is only accessible by hiking or taking the Palm
Springs Tramway.
Permit required for overnight camping, it is free but required.
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Temecula Wineries
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(Leisure Activities - Parks & Attractions)
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I-10 West to Hwy 79 South Post Office Box 1601, Temecula
92593-1601 • 800-801-WINE
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Description: At
1500 feet above sea level, the Temecula Valley offers a ideal haven for
growing premium grapes. Features 13 wineries and over 29 varietals.
Tours, wine tasting, and gift shops are offered at individual wineries.
An excellent diversion for the wine connoisseur. Located one hour
southwest of Palm Springs.
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Windmills
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(Leisure Activities - Parks & Attractions)
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62950 20th Ave North Frontage Rd @ I-10, North Palm
Springs 92258 • 887-449-WIND
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Description: For
the ecologically concerned, this tour offers a fascinating look into how
power is generated from these towering and majestic structures. Guided
tours span three miles and are taken via electric vehicles powered by the
sun and wind. Reservations should be made 24 hours in advance. Tours are
subject to cancellation during inclement weather. From Palm Springs, take
North Indian Avenue, cross over I-10 and take a left onto 20th Avenue
(North Frontage Road), then travel approximately 1.25 miles - Windmill is
on the right.
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Balloon Above The Desert (Hot Air Ballooning)
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(Leisure Activities - Great Views)
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40373 Moonflower Ct, Palm Desert • 800-342-8506
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Description: Coachella
Valley is a beautiful and peaceful sight from the air. View picturesque
landscapes of vineyards, polo fields, world famous golf courses and exotic
orchards. In-flight champagne toast. Complimentary shuttle service from the
major desert resorts. Host Clotaire Castanier has been flying balloons
professionally since 1967.
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Keys View
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(Leisure Activities - Great Views)
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Joshua Tree National Park, Joshua Tree
• 760-367-5500
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Description: Keys
View, at an elevation of 5185 feet, offers the most spectacular views
spanning from the desert to the San Jacinto Mountains. Sunrises and sunsets
are not to be missed!
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Santa Rosa Mountains Scenic Area Visitor Center
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(Leisure Activities - Great Views)
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51500 Pines To Palms Hwy 74 Corner of Higway 111 & 74,
Palm Desert • 760-862-9984
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Description: This
center contains exhibits illustrating the natural history of the area.
Features a beautiful landscaped garden and panoramic views of the desert,
valley, and mountains.
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Balloon Above The Desert (Hot Air Ballooning)
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(Leisure Activities - Sightseeing)
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40373 Moonflower Ct, Palm Desert • 800-342-8506
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Description: Coachella
Valley is a beautiful and peaceful sight from the air. View picturesque
landscapes of vineyards, polo fields, world famous golf courses and exotic
orchards. In-flight champagne toast. Complimentary shuttle service from the
major desert resorts. Host Clotaire Castanier has been flying balloons
professionally since 1967.
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| Canyon Jeep Tours |
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| Palm Springs • 877-269-5337 |
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Description: For
the adventurous at heart. Large nine-passenger Jeeps
climb high among the rugged back country to experience
Indian Canyon, Wind Turbine, the Joshua Tree Monument,
and the beautiful desert scenery of springs, waterfalls,
palm groves, and ancient trails.
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Celebrity Tours
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(Leisure Activities - Sightseeing)
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4751 East Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs
92264 • 888-805-2700
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Description: Tour
A is a fully narrated one-hour tour that visits 30-40 homes of movie stars
and celebrities and also provides a history of Palm Springs and its Indian
heritage. Tour B encompasses everything in Tour A but also adds the
Eisenhower Medical Center, Frank Sinatra Estate, the Thunderbird,
Morningstar, The Springs, and the Rancho Mirage Country clubs. Length is
2.5 hours.
ADMISSION: Tour A Adult $15, Senior $13, Child $7; Tour B Adult $20, Senior
$17, Child $9
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Idyllwild
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(Leisure Activities - Sightseeing)
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Hwy 243 South, Idyllwild
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Description: This
mountain community is nestled among the forests and features hiking trails,
art galleries, quaint shops, and restaurants. Located about 90 minutes from
Palm Springs. Take I-10 to Banning, then Highway 243 South to Idyllwild.
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McCallum Adobe
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(Leisure Activities - Sightseeing)
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221-223 South Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs
• 760-323-8297
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Description: Built
in 1885, this adobe-style structure was erected by the first pioneers of
Palm Springs. Contains the personal mementos of Pearl McCallum McManus. A
fascinating step back into Palm Springs' early inception.
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Palm Springs Starwalk
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(Leisure Activities - Sightseeing)
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Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs
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Description: Stars
imbedded in the sidewalk like the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Palm Canyon Drive
is lined with great shops. Here, you will also see the Showbiz Museum (132
South Palm Canyon Drive), which documents the area's roots in the
entertainment industry.
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Ruddy's General Store Museum
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(Leisure Activities - Sightseeing)
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221 South Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs
92262 • 760-327-2156
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Description: In
1983, Jim Ruddy decided to display his extensive collection of general
store memorabilia dating back to the 1940s. Step back into the past as you
enter this re-creation of an authentic old-time general store, complete
with over 6,000 unused items such as sarsaparilla, fly ribbons, Rinso, silk
stockings, Mazda lamps, Father John's Medicine, and much more.
ADMISSION: $0.50
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Shields Date Gardens
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(Leisure Activities - Sightseeing)
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80-225 Hwy 111, Indio 92201 • 800-414-2555
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Description: This
region is known as the "Date Capital of the World." Features a
variety of dates, dried fruits, nuts, and fruit-flavored wines all ripe for
the tasting. Also offers a continuous slide show tracing the history of
this date-growing region. Don't leave without sampling one of their
delicious date shakes.
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