Area Attractions

Palm Springs enjoys 330 days of sunshine every year and is the ideal destination for all ages. Shopping, hiking, swimming, horseback riding, camping, rock climbing, gaming, golf, tennis, jeep and eco tours, as well as numerous national parks and canyons can all be found within Palm Springs.

A trip to the top of Mt. San Jacinto on the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway is an awesome experience. The world's largest single span vertical cable car, the Tram takes riders up 8,516 feet to the Mountain Station in a state-of-the-art rotating tram-car. The Tram runs year round for hiking, dining and in season cross-country skiing.

Active lifestyles and an abundance of recreational opportunities helps maintain good health and well being for Palm Springs residents and visitors. Sunrise Plaza Park complex offers an abundance of recreational opportunities, including the Public Library, an Olympic-size pool, a pavilion for special events, and a sporting stadium. The city also offers two municipal golf courses, a tennis center, an equestrian center, and six other parks and playgrounds. For more information about these services contact the Leisure Center at 760-323-8276 or go to http://palmsprings-ca.gov/parks.html. There are even two special parks just for dogs and their owners (http://palmsprings-ca.gov/parks/dogpark.html).

It is well known that with more than 120 golf courses throughout the Coachella Valley, Palm Springs is truly the ultimate golfing destination. Golf is a primary attraction for many people, with courses designed to be challenging as well as enjoyable. This desert oasis is home to some of the finest courses in the country, as well as some of the world's best players.

Other attractions such as the Coachella Valley Preserve, Moorten's Botanical Garden and The Living Desert showcase the unique desert flora and fauna, offering a pleasing, peaceful alternative for leisure activities.

Palm Springs now hosts an almost continuous whirl of cultural events. Annual highlights are the Palm Springs International Film Festival, held in January, and the Palm Springs Short Film Festival, held in August. Both have received world acclaim for their content and presentation, and draws films and attendees from all over the world. For more information, contact the PS International Film Society at 760- 322-2930 or go to www.psfilmfest.org.

Other area attractions include: Knott's Soak City, Children's Discovery Museum, Palm Springs Air Museum, Agua Caliente Cultural Museum, hot air balloon rides, night clubs, jeep-eco tours, covered wagon tours, horseback riding, hiking trails and a renaissance festival.

The Living Desert
1,200 acre wildlife and botanical park, featuring rare and endangered desert animals and African wildlife, hiking trails, picnic areas, cafe and gift shop. Shaded and misted areas throughout the park. Open daily year round, except December 25.

47900 Portola Ave , Palm Desert, CA 92260
Website: www.livingdesert.org
Email: info@livingdesert.org
Phone: (760)346-5694

Palm Springs Aerial Tramway
Aboard the world's largest rotating tramcar, you will experience a breathtaking journey up the sheer cliffs of Chino Canyon. Begin your 10-minutes ride at the 2,643 ft. Valley Station and rise to the Mountain Station at 8,516 ft. in winter, you can cross-country ski, and snowshoe. In summer, camping and guided tours are available. "Enjoy spectacular views of the desert below from Peaks Restaurant or Pines Caferteria-Style restaurant where lunch and dinner are served daily." Open year-round 10 a.m weekdays, 8 a.m weekends and holidays. Cars depart at least every half hour. Last car down 9:45 p.m.
Recorded information: 760-325-1391
www.pstramway.com

1 Tramway Rd
Palm Springs, CA 92262-1827
Website: www.pstramway.com
Phone: (760)325-1449
Fax: (760)325-6682

Balloon Above the Desert
Greet the sun or bid it farewell as you drift in beautiful desert skies in one of the most peaceful experiences of a lifetime. While floating effortlessly in one of our colorful hot air balloons, you will view breathtaking vistas of some of the most picturesque landscapes in California. Vineyards, polo fields, world famous golf courses, and exotic orchards are just a few of the unbelievable sights you will experience. Your flight direction is determined by the breeze.

83-232 Avenue 44
Indio, CA 92201
Website: www.balloonabovethedesert.com
Email: balloon@balloonabovethedesert.com
Phone: 760-347-0410
Fax: 760-347-7186 Tour & sight-seeing

Big League Dreams Sports Park
Big League Dreams is the premier developer and operator of amateur recreational sports facilities in the country. Our parks have been recognized as the "Best Sports Complex in America" by the Sports Complex Owners and Developers Association, the "Best Public/Private Partnership" by the League of California Cities and the "Business of the Year" in Cathedral City, CA. We have also won several other awards.

33700 Date Palm Dr
Cathedral City, CA 92234-4731
Website: www.bigleaguedreams.com
Email: lesley.stevens@bigleaguedreams.com
Phone: (760)324-5600
Fax: (760)770-6541

Boomers!
What could be more fun than boarding one of our bumper boats for a little adventure cruise? Each boat comes with its own water cannon, and if that's not enough action, go full speed ahead for a broadside collision. Inside our huge, state-of-the-art gameroom you'll find incredible games to tickle your imagination. Climb aboard one of our hi-performance Go Karts and experience the thrill of banked curves, hairpin turns, and exhilarating straight-aways. Our 18-hole miniature golf courses present a challenge for any age. Lush greens, wild waterfalls and wacky windmills are just a few of the obstacles that stand between you and golfing immortality. And it's going to provide a real test of your strength and skill as you attempt to scale the face of our climbing wall.

67700 E. Palm Canyon Dr.
Cathedral City, CA 92234
Website: www.boomersparks.com
Email: rpfeil@palaceentertainment.com
Phone: (760)770-7522
Fax: (760)770-7525

Knott's Soak City
Palm Spring's only water adventure park is 16 acres of water rides and attractions. Themed to 1950s Southern California beaches, Soak City guests can catch a wave in the 800,000-gallon Rip Tide Reef wave pool; brave one of Tidal Wave Tower's 7-story vertical chutes or relax in the Sunset River. Tube and body slide fans can head for Surf Rider Rapids or Sea Snake. Join your friends on Undertow, a twisting, turning tube slide you won't want to try alone! And there's fun for the whole family in Kahuna's Beach House. Open daily May 23 - Sept 3 and weekends only Sept 8 through Sept 30.

1500 S. Gene Autry
Palm Springs, CA 92264
Website: http://www.knotts.com/soakcity/ps/index.shtml
Email: blentz@knotts.com
Phone: (760)327-0499
Fax: (760)322-4191

Moorten Botanical Garden
Internationally famous living museum with nature trails, 3000 varieties of cacti, succulents and flowers. Open daily

1701 S. Palm Canyon Dr
Palm Springs, CA 92264-8936
Phone: (760)327-6555

Offroad Rentals
Located 4 miles West of Palm on Highway 111 at Windy Point. $40. includes ride, safety equipment, instruction, and refreshments. We also offer dune buggy tours

59511 Highway 111 - Windy Point
Palm Springs, CA 92262-1169
Phone: (760)325-0376
Fax: (760)864-9480

Palm Springs Power Baseball Club
Quality summer baseball with family fun entertainment for an inexpensive price.

1901 E. Baristo Rd.
Palm Springs, CA 92262
Website: www.palmspringspowerbaseball.com
Email: astarke@palmspringspowerbaseball.com
Phone: (760)864-6278
Fax: (760)325-7206

Smoke Tree Stables
Hourly and day guided horse tours to the Indian Canyons; open daily 8-5pm. Convention groups up to 50 welcomed!

2500 S. Toledo Ave
Palm Springs, CA 92264-9534
Phone: (760)327-1372
Fax: (760)320-8361

Indian Canyons
Located on Agua Caliente tribal land, the canyons are a must-see. Undisturbed natural beauty is combined with remarkably easy access - the canyons are located just minutes from downtown Palm Springs.

S. Palm Canyon Dr., five miles from the center of Palm Springs.
Phone:760-325-3400
Website: www.indian-canyons.com

Tahquitz Canyon
One of our true treasures. Open for guided tours and located near the heart of down-town Palm Springs. Visitor center, gift shop, maps.
500 W. Mesquite, Palm Springs
Phone: 760-416-7044
Website: www.tahquitzcanyon.com