I love visiting the Whitewater preserve. It's a beautiful, peaceful, and friendly Godlike gorgeous…read moreplace. If you y want stunning photo ops, or just know experience peaceful on Earth, visit Whitewater.

Hiked there often. Love the small trail. There is also a…read morevisitors center there which is interesting.

The 1930 Whitewater Repeater Building is a historic pueblo style landmark that for 50 years was a…read morevital link in the American Telephone and Telegraph Companies (AT&T) long distance service to Nevada,Imperial Valley and Arizona. A large underground telephone cable out of Los Angeles was routed to this building to have its signal amplified and sent forward. You can see this building,which sits across from Whitewater Rock and Supply Company,and then visit the Whitewater Conservancy Reserve a few miles away for an interesting adventure!. . . . #historiclandmarks #californiahistoriclandmarks #losangeles #americantelephoneandtelegraph #whitewatercalifornia #whitewaterconservancy #telephonehistory #whitewaterrockandsupply #longdistance #californiahistory #historicallandmarks #whitewaterrepeaterstation #telephone #telecom

Excellent experience especially with the volunteers happy to share the fabulous history of Palm…read moreSprings.

Check pshistoricalsociety.org for hours. See Cornelia White House and McCallum Adobe, oldest…read morestructures in Palm Springs, for a donation. The docent staff are very helpful and informative. Leisurely explore some original Palm Springs history.

We decided to do a quick stop by the dinosaurs on our way to the Cabazon outlets. They are painted…read moreaccording to the season and it was spring so we had flowers. We checked out the gift shop and took photos in front of the dinosaurs. All free. You can go up the to the top of the T-Rex for Small fee but we didn't opt to do it.

My childhood involved Pee Wee and The Wiz so the Cabazon Dinosaurs hold a soft spot in my heart so…read morepassing by required a stop! We did not see all the dinosaurs, we just visited the 2 jumbo free dino's. Worth a quick stop to take it in and reminisce. We did go into the gift shop located inside the pink one. I can share, they have nothing about The Wiz! Such a missed opportunity. And only a magnet and pin that day 'Large Marge Sent Me' plus a knit sized dinosaur dressed like pee wee but priced around $60! I feel.like whomever works their marketing could do a hotter job of using what they got better! (Plus no billboards promoting them, another missed opportunity!)

Along the "one eleven", Highway 111, is a place called Shiprock Monument. A fellow yelper had "beat…read moreme to the punch line" and planted the "Yelpers Flag" at this location... so I had to see this place for myself. Shiprock, a formidable rock formation rises from the desert floor. Kinda resembles a majestic ship sailing through sandy seas. The Navajo people held it sacred, honoring its significance for generations. Shiprock is a towering, weathered rock commanding respect, shaped by nature's enduring forces. Its origins intrigued me, and I immersed myself in its history. Legend spoke of a great flood, and the Shiprock served as a vessel of salvation for the Navajo people. Transformed into stone, it symbolized protection and resilience. Very very interesting.. Stepping out of my car, I neared the monument, captivated by its grandeur. The colors and patterns etched into the rock unveiled the passage of time. Yet, the desert had other plans. Suddenly, winds roared, untamed and furious. Sand swirled, obscuring the monument. The tempest, relentless, threatened my presence. Struggling to stay upright, I sought shelter in my car. The wind rattled, buffeting the vehicle, while dust particles assaulted the air. It felt as if I'd stumbled into a wild haboob, nature's chaotic storm. With great effort, I retreated to safety, my heart pounding. Inside the car, I realized nature's power had exceeded my expectations. The monument, once serene, transformed into a battleground. Summoning courage, I started the engine and escaped the storm's clutches. Gratitude washed over me as the wind subsided, leaving a calm desert in its wake. With memories of Shiprock imprinted on my mind, it makes me wonder if there is something almost supernatural about this location...

Off Of Hwy 111.... Thats where the "Shiprock Monument" of…read moreThe Cahuilla Band of Indians is located. Its a great stop on your way to Palm Springs on route 111. Located on the south side of the highway theres marble etched sign that shares some info about it.A really great experience! . . . . #palmsprings #hwy111 #cahuillabandofindians #nativeamericans #shiprock #desertfun #socal #californiadreamin #californiadreaming #seetheusa #waynesalvatti #hiddenpalmsprings #landmarks #sidetrips #cahuilla #blackandwhite #b&w #film #streetphotography #konica3a #konicacameras #vintagecameras #ultrafineextreme #monuments #thedarkroomlab #konicallla

Such a beautiful scenic area! Along with cultural facts to learn. The Shiprock is beautiful up…read moreclose. Nice spot for a stretch if you're traveling.

Angel Cove State Monument is a scenic location and a great side stop on your adventure to Palm…read moreSprings,The Aerial Tramway and desert destinations! Angel Cove Monument is named after an angel shaped rock formation at the top of the nearby peak. Legend has it that it was named by a parent of a fevered child from The Cahuilla Band of Indians, that were native to the area,that did not pass from the illness.In gratitude the childs parents named it"Angel Cove" The Cahuilla people referred to the area as "pe on bel" or "cool wind blowing". Since then the Cahuilla's and settlers alike have graced the area that is beautiful to visit. You can still experience "cool wind blowing" to this day! You can pull off at the monument,see the monument,take in the scenery get some great 'grams or pictures,and then "mozy on down the road..." to your next stop,pardner! . . . #cahuilla #nativeamericans #angelcove #californiadreamin #californiadreaming #californiahistory #thegoldenstate #hwy111 #palmcanyondrive #palmspringsvisitorcenter #coolwindblowing #ilovepalmsprings #instapalmsprings californiadeserts #waynesalvatti #photografxworldwide #aerialtramway #northpalmcanyondrive #adventure #learnsomething #instagram #shootfilm #canon #leicacameras #cahuillabandofindians #indigenouspeople #localcolor

Nice little place to sit down and watch the kids play in the water. We were looking for a place to…read moretake pictures for a photo project and this came up on my map. Beautiful little area.

A MUST DO! 4 & 1/2 STARS! IT'S FREE & with Free Parking! The Fountain of Life Fountain is a…read moreBeautiful Flowing Water Sculpture with a colorful playful design in the heart of Cathedral City adjacent to Palm Springs. It is located right on Highway 111 & is the Focal Centerpiece of Town Square Park. Both Adults & Kids will find it a place to have some Fun & Relax. The continuous sound of flowing water & the color palate really calms the Soul. There are benches all around so you can sit down & Chill Out. The fountain's design is a spiral motif, which is a symbol of rejuvenation & continuous birth. This artistic fountain's composition also incorporates a recirculating water system. When the desert temperatures hit the over 100 mark & you are looking for an inexpensive way to Cool Off; this is a perfect place to Beat the Heat! This place is picturesque during the day but it really comes to life at night with the colorful lights placed to highlight its artistic features. The Fountain of Life was designed by artist Jennifer Johnson with architect Reuel Young. It was physically built by The House of Stone and Fountains & Landscape Enhancements. The fountain was carved out of pieces out of adoquin stone from the quarry near Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico. Johnson spent more than a year adorning the fountain with hand cut glass & mosaic tiles. The Fountain of Life Reflects the history & nature of the desert community. There are 3 central columns made of Stone. The big horn sheep, fishes, lizards, tortoises, birds, shells, wildflowers & others, all surround the Sculpture. These are elements that are native to this area from both the present & the past. The rooster and hen represent the importance of family in multi cultures. A Cahuilla basket pays tribute to the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians, who gifted the soft surface which helps enhance the safety factor for Kids. The fountain's tri-color soft surface is made of ground recycled tires. Buddy and Beverly Rogers became the fountain's first major donors. There is Free Parking in the area & there are shops, eateries, statues, & The Mary Pickford Movie Theater ( a huge film actress from the 1920s) all in the same location. Every November this area is the host where The Hot Air Balloon Festival takes place. Hot Air Balloons from around the country come to decorate the desert skies with Light, Music, Food & some Paid & Free Festivities too. If you are in the Cathedral City/ Palm Springs Area be sure to check it out! It used to be, you had to have Mega Bucks & be really rich to have The Good Life, not anymore. The Game has changed. You've Been Upgraded. Now You Can Live Like A King On A Limited Budget!

Chillin' at the Ag Fest... a.k.a. The biggest thing in San Jacinto right now, lol! Mayor Bartel's…read moregiving his State of the City Address, Carnival here for the kids, fair food, and most of the regulars from the Hemet Farmer's Market; 3-day event, tons of folks out here, family friendly... Pretty cool... I mean y'know, it is San Jacinto, what else can we expect?!

We visited mansion and the museum on a group tour. The tour was well organized, the docents…read moreenthusiastic and well versed in the history of the home and the city of San Jacinto. Definitely worth a visit.