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ECO-TOURS

THE #1 TOUR COMPANY CELEBRATING THEIR 25TH SEASON!

Desert Adventures is extremely proud to be the longest running and most respected eco-tour company in the Greater Palm Springs Area. That's because their quality and service are unmatched.

When you book a tour with Desert Adventures, you are guaranteed to visit the most scenic viewpoints, best points of interest, and have one of the most memorable, entertaining and involving experiences of your life! Why Desert Adventures is #1: MOST EXPERIENCED OPERATOR: They've been in business longer than any other tour company and are the most respected operator in the area. BEST GUIDES: They have the most highly trained and knowledgeable guides. Most guides have been with them 15+ years. Their guides constantly update their information to make sure it is accurate and relevant. MOST IN-DEPTH TOURS: You will spend quality time at your destination during your tour. You will visit the most amazing points of interest during your tour while your expert guide explains secrets and little know facts. ALL INCLUSIVE PRICING: Their tours include park entrance fees and meal packages are available. There are never any hidden costs or fees. ECO-FRIENDLY TOURING: They practice responsible eco-tourism, including a "Take Only Memories, Leave Only Footprints" philosophy....MORE

HORSEBACK RIDING & HORSE SHOWS

Crazy Horse Ranch
Picture yourself on a relaxing horseback ride at sunset surrounded by breathtaking mountain views! Crazy Horse Ranch is a family owned ranch located just outside of Palm Springs that offers trail rides, private lessons, and horse boarding. Owner Jacklyn Barrett, a Wyoming native, has lived with horses her entire life. She takes a "Natural" approach to her horses and takes special care in training and bonding with them. Jacklyn will teach you the ropes to ensure that your ride is an unforgettable experience. Perfect for adults and children alike, Crazy Horse Ranch also offers ...more

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The Indio Desert Circuit Horse Show
Held January 26 thru March 12th, the Desert Circuit is largest hunter/jumper event West of the Mississippi.

PALM SPRINGS AERIAL TRAMWAY

Palm Springs Tramway Tickets

Cars depart at least every half hour from 10 a.m., Monday-Friday; 8 a.m. weekends and holiday periods. Last car for the Palm Springs TRAM is up is 8 p.m. with the last car down at 9:45 p.m.

Five towers support four 1-7/8" steel cables as well as four hauling cables, two auxiliary cables and a communications cable. The first tower is the tallest at 214' high; Tower Number Four is the shortest at 56 1/2' high. The weight of steel in the five towers totals 263 tons; the weight of the 11 cables totals 330 tons. The maximum span between towers is 3,455' between Towers 3 and 4.

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SPORTFISHING & WHALE WATCHING

Newport Landing
A short 90 minure drive from Palm Springs, Newport Landing offers world class sportfishing and whale watching off of Newport and Laguna Beach. Our fishing trips fish Laguna Beach coastline, Catalina Island, and many other destinations. Yellowtail to 40lbs, halibut, white sea bass, red snapper, and many more. Hundreds of fish per trip is not uncommon. Giant Blue Whales, Grey whales, dolphin, several other species of whale, seals, and many other marine creatures can be viewed ...more

FESTIVALS & FAIRS

Held annually around St. Valentine's Day, the Riverside Date Festival began as a celebration of the date harvest. 800-863-8247

HIKING & SIGHTSEEING TOURS

The Coachella Valley is a hiker's dream of canyons and pathways.

Indian Canyon - Cahuilla Indians 760-345-5673

Happy Traveler RV Park Community hikes Wed. (Nov. - Mar.)
211 West Mesquite 760-325-7530

The Sierra Club Saturday and Sunday in season
760-321-5778

Coachella Valley Hiking Club - weekends year-round, plus some week days (Nov. - May)
760-345-6234

Joshua Tree National Park Tours

Joshua Tree National Park Adventure - This tour takes you to one of the nation's most outstanding wilderness treasures, Joshua Tree National Park you will use a rugged back country trail through the Little San Bernadino Mountains to take clients from the Colorado Desert to over 4000 feet elevation in the Mojave Desert. You will be treated to magnificent unspoiled desert vistas, spectacular rock formations, unique plant and animal life, and outstanding geology.

JOSHUA TREE JEEP TOURS

Palm Springs Aerial Tramway, 54 miles of hiking trails in Mt. San Jacinto Wilderness. Get Day Permits at Ranger Station in Long Valley. 760-327-0222. Get Overnight Permits at State Park Headquarters in Idyllwild. 909-659-260

WATER ACTIVITIES

Knott's Soak City Water Park- Open: March 13 thru Sept 26th - Located in the heart of Palm Springs, Knott's Soak City Palm Springs offers a great way to beat the heat of our warm, Southern California summers. The theme of the water park is inspired by the California surf culture of the 1950's, with old Woodie cars, surf music, the roar of the water and the smell of tanning lotion. Knott's Soak City palm Springs is all about thrills, chills, and making a big splash! - Soak City will be open all Summer.
1500 S. Gene Autry Trail
Palm Springs, CA 92264
(760) 327-0499

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Palm Springs Swim Center - Located in Sunrise Park on Sunrise Way and Ramon Rd., the Palm Springs Swim Center features a 50-meter Olympic-size public pool, two 1-meter diving boards, one 3-meter board, spacious lawns, sun deck and a separate section for children. The temperature is maintained at 80-84 degrees. Instruction for all ages.

Open April - Sept. 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Oct.-Mar. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Night swimming in summer. Admission $3.50 adults, $2.50 children 4-12, 3 and under are free with paid adult. Swim card is $49 for 25 swims and requires a membership to purchase. 760-323-8278

BICYCLING

See our Bike and Rollerblade paths.

WILDFLOWERS

Palm Springs Wildflowers Viewing Locations - The Palm Springs-South Coast Field Office offers several great locations for wildflower viewing for those looking for a scenic drive. While the wildflower bloom is not as spectacular or intense as spring of 2008 due to the late rainfall, there are sections in eastern region of Riverside County that received springs rain that have not seen any significant amount since 2005. While this means you may not encounter vast carpets of wildflowers, there is a wider variety of species to look for while hiking.