Outdoor activities
Try this 3.2-mile out-and-back trail near Desert Hot Springs, California. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 1 h 15 min to complete. This is a very popular area for birding, camping, and hiking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.
26 locals recommend
Mission Creek Preserve
60550 Mission Creek RdTry this 3.2-mile out-and-back trail near Desert Hot Springs, California. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 1 h 15 min to complete. This is a very popular area for birding, camping, and hiking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.
Hike a riverbed to a palm oasis at , where the most popular trail runs through Andreas and Palm Canyon. At the end of the trail in Palm Canyon, lush greenery feeds off a desert stream. The boulders can make the trail challenging in places, but the reward is a cool, trickling brook and the shade of large palms. Remember to bring sunscreen, a hat, water, and sturdy hiking shoes.
390 locals recommend
Indian Canyons
38520 South Palm Canyon DriveHike a riverbed to a palm oasis at , where the most popular trail runs through Andreas and Palm Canyon. At the end of the trail in Palm Canyon, lush greenery feeds off a desert stream. The boulders can make the trail challenging in places, but the reward is a cool, trickling brook and the shade of large palms. Remember to bring sunscreen, a hat, water, and sturdy hiking shoes.
Tahquitz Canyon is one of the most beautiful and culturally sensitive areas of the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians Reservation. Tahquitz Canyon is home to a spectacular seasonal 60-foot waterfall, rock art, ancient irrigation systems, native wildlife, and plants.
75 locals recommend
Tahquitz Falls
Tahquitz Canyon is one of the most beautiful and culturally sensitive areas of the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians Reservation. Tahquitz Canyon is home to a spectacular seasonal 60-foot waterfall, rock art, ancient irrigation systems, native wildlife, and plants.
Sightseeing
Journey through the life of Cabot Yerxa and his family including artifacts collected from their adventures dating back over 100 years. Hear his story from the Dakota Territory to Mexico, Cuba, Alaska, France, throughout California and the Southwest, including the founding of Desert Hot Springs, California.
147 locals recommend
Cabot's Pueblo Museum
67616 Desert View AveJourney through the life of Cabot Yerxa and his family including artifacts collected from their adventures dating back over 100 years. Hear his story from the Dakota Territory to Mexico, Cuba, Alaska, France, throughout California and the Southwest, including the founding of Desert Hot Springs, California.
The Palm Springs Aerial Tramway—the world’s largest rotating tram car—travels over two-and-one-half miles along the breathtaking cliffs of Chino Canyon, transporting riders to the pristine wilderness of the Mt. San Jacinto State Park. During your approximately ten-minute journey, tram cars rotate slowly, offering picturesque and spectacular vistas of the valley floor below. Once you reach the Mountain Station—elevation 8,516 feet—enjoy two restaurants, observation decks, natural history museum, two documentary theaters, gift shop and over 50 miles of hiking trails.
1213 locals recommend
Palm Springs Aerial Tramway
1 Tram WayThe Palm Springs Aerial Tramway—the world’s largest rotating tram car—travels over two-and-one-half miles along the breathtaking cliffs of Chino Canyon, transporting riders to the pristine wilderness of the Mt. San Jacinto State Park. During your approximately ten-minute journey, tram cars rotate slowly, offering picturesque and spectacular vistas of the valley floor below. Once you reach the Mountain Station—elevation 8,516 feet—enjoy two restaurants, observation decks, natural history museum, two documentary theaters, gift shop and over 50 miles of hiking trails.
Relaxing activities
Nestled in the foothills of Desert Hot Springs, just minutes from Joshua Tree National Park, Miracle Springs Resort and Spa overlooks beautiful Palm Springs and the Coachella Valley. Beneath the clear blue skies, where the sun shines year round, you can calm your mind, enjoy spectacular scenic landscapes, and soak your cares away in their courtyard of eight natural hot mineral pools.
34 locals recommend
Miracle Springs Spa
10625 Palm DrNestled in the foothills of Desert Hot Springs, just minutes from Joshua Tree National Park, Miracle Springs Resort and Spa overlooks beautiful Palm Springs and the Coachella Valley. Beneath the clear blue skies, where the sun shines year round, you can calm your mind, enjoy spectacular scenic landscapes, and soak your cares away in their courtyard of eight natural hot mineral pools.
Immerse yourself in our healing mineral water at the El Morocco Day Spa! The large covered Jacuzzi-style spa is adjacent to the swimming pool and can be used up to 2 hours before and after your spa treatments.
El Morocco Inn and Spa Resort
66810 4th StImmerse yourself in our healing mineral water at the El Morocco Day Spa! The large covered Jacuzzi-style spa is adjacent to the swimming pool and can be used up to 2 hours before and after your spa treatments.
Food scene
Zapopan Mexican Food welcomes your family and friends and ensures not only excellent food but also affordable prices and a family-friendly atmosphere.
16 locals recommend
Zapopan Mexican Food
14207 Palm DrZapopan Mexican Food welcomes your family and friends and ensures not only excellent food but also affordable prices and a family-friendly atmosphere.
Two Bunch Palms focuses on vegetable forward, So-Cal inspired foods. The menu changes seasonally and offers a variety of options from vegan and vegetarian dishes to hearty and comforting meat dishes.
67425 Two Bunch Palms Trail
67425 Two Bunch Palms TrailTwo Bunch Palms focuses on vegetable forward, So-Cal inspired foods. The menu changes seasonally and offers a variety of options from vegan and vegetarian dishes to hearty and comforting meat dishes.
Enjoy daily breakfast, lunch, and dinner in a relaxed, casual atmosphere, and a weekend brunch that hits all the high notes.
Sunshine Café
10805 Palm DriveEnjoy daily breakfast, lunch, and dinner in a relaxed, casual atmosphere, and a weekend brunch that hits all the high notes.
Delicious and healthy meals. Cooked with the best seasonal and local ingredients.
10 locals recommend
Azure Palm Café
67589 Hacienda AveDelicious and healthy meals. Cooked with the best seasonal and local ingredients.
Enjoy daily breakfast, lunch, and dinner in a relaxed, casual atmosphere, and a weekend brunch that hits all the high notes.
13 locals recommend
Capri Italian Restaurant
10625 Palm DrEnjoy daily breakfast, lunch, and dinner in a relaxed, casual atmosphere, and a weekend brunch that hits all the high notes.