It has been recently renovated, but not sure how long it will stay nice when adults/older kids are…read moreon equipment meant for younger or disabled children. The accessible swings have already been broken at other local parks.

Use to go ice blocking here super fun hills. No bathroom…read more Two playground areas swings and water fountains In a quiet neighborhood. Has a volleyball area as well.

There is a main grassy park with aple space for walking and using the swing sets but the real charm…read moreis the wild untamed walking areas directly behind it. The wild trails make this place a treasure in the Valley

If you are visiting Palm Desert and the older people are tired of hearing your kids play loudly by…read morethe pool, get yourself over to this park. There is a large grassy area for recreation, a nice pathway to walk around the premises, and the coolest freaking playground EVER! They have this little thing that you sit in. It looks like a cheap uncomfortable chair. If you rock your head back and forth, it will start to spin (yay physics). This thing is awesome. It spins crazy fast, and doesn't require any pushing. They also have a stand up thing that uses the same concept (yay physics). If you get sick from any fair ride, you will not be able to handle this Godsend of play equipment. If you don't get sick easily, go have some spinning fun!!!

Drivers, please drive below the 45-mph recommended speed because there are pedestrians. Visitors:…read morethe Preserve is only open some days per week. The parking area is closed. Park across along the road, look before opening a door on the left side of your vehicle, and cross the road carefully. As you enter the parking area, a trail to the left leads to a hill overlooking the Preserve. The entrance area has two toilets, two picnic tables, information signs, and a helpful docent. The McCallum Trail and San Andreas Trail are open for a short way. Some trails are partly closed and as a result you cannot reach some of the informational signs. I have read those signs in the past when those trails were still open. FYI, the Mission Strand of the San Andreas Fault blocks the flow of underground water. The water rises to the surface creating a small oasis with native California fan palm trees and bird life.

About 20 minutes away from Desert Hot Springs. My mother in law and I were awake way before the…read morerest of the family and both of us like exploring and nature so I asked her if she wanted to go hiking with me at 6:30 am. Both of us got ready in 10 minutes and were out the door. The gate is closed and there is even a sign that says "parking lot closed" but we saw other people parking on the street and walking over so we did the same. The RV/campsite you can see from a distance is for the staff that works there, don't be alarmed by it! If you head on the trails toward the RV its very short but brings you into the giant palms and a wooden staircase that goes down to water and palms growing out of it. You can finish this very quickly. When you head out and head to the right there are branching paths here that lead to more hikes in palms, along the river oasis, and more into the mountains. The visitor center looked excellent and had a home made log cabin vibe, we could see some interesting artifacts inside but because the entrance was chained we didn't want to go in without permission even though it would have been easy to just duck under the chains.

Home of the LQ Art festival in November and March and…read morevarious other events throughout the year. This beautiful park like setting is surrounded by the Wellness center, the library and City hall. I like to walk my dog early in the morning and check out the ducks along the pond and the koi from the bridge. There are giant sized chess pieces for a game, a permanent cement ping pong table, corn holes and bean bags, and a putting green. During the holiday season it is decorated but you really need to check it out at night! Thank you for honoring our veterans with memorials throughout the park.

This is one of the most beautiful spots to rest, relax, and…read morechat with folks walking their dogs or with a friend. Very peaceful and beautiful. Immaculately maintained.

If you haven't explored La Quinta Cove Trail yet... go…read more We randomly stumbled on this little oasis tucked right into the mountains and it felt like such a cool surprise. Concrete Flintstones-style chairs and a table, palm trees, picnic spots, even a water station... like WHAT?? The perfect place to pause, recharge, and just take it all in whether you're solo or with a crew. Such a neat find. Will absolutely be back!

Absolutely stunning hike in the Palm Springs area! The parking lot opens at 5:30 am, so you can…read morecatch the sunrise and get your workout in before it heats up. The views are absolutely stunning and the trails are very well maintained. Dogs are welcome up to a certain point; due to protection for Bighorn Sheep, they are prohibited on the longer trails into the mountains. This is a wonderful spot because you can hike as far as you like (one trail is 8 miles round trip), or as little as you like. The picnic area is shaded and clean. The scenery is spectacular and post-card worthy. Don't forget sunscreen, water, and a hat. Admission and parking are free. Highly recommended!

I was just passing by this park and it instantly caught my eye with its beautiful fountains. The…read morewaterway is just stunning. It's so calming and elegant. My only suggestion? I think some background music would make it even more magical. Still, it's a super cool, charming spot, especially at night. the lights and the breeze just make it a perfect place to relax and enjoy the water. I'd definitely recommend a stop!

This is very cool for kids. You can put your feet in the structure and move up and down and around…read morethe entire fountain. My kids loved it! Just be ready to get soaked!

This is the perfect place to get the ole heart pumping. One doesn't have to drive too far to get…read morehere. There is ample street parking. The trails are clearly marked. It's very popular though not too crowded to enjoy. There are some spots that can be tricky, especially if you do not like being "on the edge". The views from the various areas is pretty nice. That golf course by Larry Ellison is magnificent! I was impressed by the 2 mountain bikers we saw. Props to them!

We decided to hike bump & grind one early morning for a sunrise view of the city. What an…read moreincredible area, beautiful views, and really wonderful people along the way. Many even trail running in the dark, way to go!!! I would call it moderate, and I could see it being quite difficult if we started when the sun was already up. They have decent parking on the road where the trailhead starts.

A quick turn off from the switchbacking Pines to Palms Hwy, the Cahuilla Tewanet Vista Point is a…read morewell maintained, informative experience of the life of the Cahuilla Indians. Once you've parked in their parking lot there's a paved path toward an outlook deck. There are many interactive and educational signs that teach you about the wildlife and the surrounding landscape. The views here are amazing, and it's usually less crowded than the viewpoint a few miles down the road. They also have a short nature walk here but you have to keep your eyes open for the sign, it's easily missed. - Tip If you're carsick or prone to it, this is a great place to pull over and recover. The winding roads on this highway are brutal.

We hiked near Palm Desert for a week and this was by far the best experience we had (although…read moreJoshua Tree was pretty great, too). This Vista Point had fantastic scenery and a wonderful path, not so hard to hike but full of things to see. We could not have had a better day - Palm Desert up to the Coachella Vally Vista Point, then to Cahuilla Tewanet and over the mountains on CA 74 and north on the "Pines to Palms Highway" past the Pacific Crest Trail.