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 palmsprings-ca.gov/parks.html. There are even two special parks just for dogs and their owners (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, hot air balloon rides, night clubs, Hummer and 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 Cafeteria-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
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!
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.
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
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 downtown Palm Springs. Visitor center, gift shop, maps.
500 W. Mesquite, Palm Springs
Phone: 760-416-7044
Website: www.tahquitzcanyon.com
Elvis Honeymoon Hideaway
Docent House Tours, Daily: 1PM by appt ($25), Weekends ($35)
1350 Ladera Circle, Palm Springs, CA 92262
Website: www.elvishoneymoon.com
Email: halcyon180@yahoo.com
Phone: 760-322-1192