Guidebook for White Water
Parks & Nature
FREE hiking, camping, and more. Hike the PCT, talk to a ranger, have a picnic, lean about nature and soak your feet in the water.
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Reserva Whitewater
9160 Whitewater Canyon RdFREE hiking, camping, and more. Hike the PCT, talk to a ranger, have a picnic, lean about nature and soak your feet in the water.
Natural oasis hiking, wildlife, meet a ranger, learn about the Cahuilla Indians. Worth a visit!
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Indian Canyons
38520 South Palm Canyon DriveNatural oasis hiking, wildlife, meet a ranger, learn about the Cahuilla Indians. Worth a visit!
Escape the heat in the San Jacinto wilderness. 54+ miles of established trails, winter fun and summer awesomeness!
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Palm Springs Aerial Tramway
1 Tram WayEscape the heat in the San Jacinto wilderness. 54+ miles of established trails, winter fun and summer awesomeness!
It's Joshua Tree National Park! Amazing hiking, climbing, camping, and much more.
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Joshua Tree National Park
It's Joshua Tree National Park! Amazing hiking, climbing, camping, and much more.
Mud caves, palm tree canyons, bighorn sheep, and camping under the stars. Check it out if you are heading that way and love the outdoors.
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Parque Estatal del Desierto de Anza-Borrego
200 Palm Canyon DrMud caves, palm tree canyons, bighorn sheep, and camping under the stars. Check it out if you are heading that way and love the outdoors.
A local hiking spot on the Indian reservation. A lot of interesting history culminating in a waterfall view.
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Tahquitz Canyon
A local hiking spot on the Indian reservation. A lot of interesting history culminating in a waterfall view.
One of the hardest hikes in the US -- vertical gain of over 8,000' -- PLEASE ask me abut this hike before attempting it.
Skyline Trail
Skyline TrailOne of the hardest hikes in the US -- vertical gain of over 8,000' -- PLEASE ask me abut this hike before attempting it.
The best natural hot springs in Southern California -- go here mid-week to avoid crowds. Expect nudity.
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Deep Creek Hot Springs
Pacific Crest National Scenic TrailThe best natural hot springs in Southern California -- go here mid-week to avoid crowds. Expect nudity.
Desert-scape and small town meet isolation and stunning nighttime views.
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Borrego Springs
Desert-scape and small town meet isolation and stunning nighttime views.
Awesome hike if you know where you are going. Beware of leaving valuable out in your vehicle as break-in's have been occurring. Consider leaving someone at the trailhead.
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Ladder Canyon Trail
Painted Canyon RoadAwesome hike if you know where you are going. Beware of leaving valuable out in your vehicle as break-in's have been occurring. Consider leaving someone at the trailhead.
Explore a real fan palm oasis and check out the San Andreas Fault.
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Reserva del Valle de Coachella - Reserva del Oasis de Thousand Palms
29200 Thousand Palms Canyon RdExplore a real fan palm oasis and check out the San Andreas Fault.
Big Morongo Canyon Road
Big Morongo Canyon RoadBirdwatching and hiking.
Drinks & Nightlife
Live music, western atmosphere, good food, cheap beer. A destination that you don't want to miss. Check online first for hours.
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Pappy & Harriet's
53688 Pioneertown RdLive music, western atmosphere, good food, cheap beer. A destination that you don't want to miss. Check online first for hours.
Casino with all the usual trappings.
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Agua Caliente Casino Palm Springs
401 E Amado RdCasino with all the usual trappings.
Cheap gas and live entertainment -- gambling and more.
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Morongo Casino, Resort and Spa
49500 Seminole DrCheap gas and live entertainment -- gambling and more.
Some of the best craft brew in the valley.
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Coachella Valley Brewing Company
30640 Gunther StSome of the best craft brew in the valley.
Bar
340 N Palm Canyon DrHipsters and live music -- can be fun.
Food Scene
Good breakfast joint. Try the homemade cinnamon rolls!
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Spencer's Restaurant
701 West Baristo RoadGood breakfast joint. Try the homemade cinnamon rolls!
Pretty good Mexican food/ tourist prices of around $15 per plate.
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El Mirasol Cocina Mexicana
140 E Palm Canyon DrPretty good Mexican food/ tourist prices of around $15 per plate.
Del Taco
2444 N Palm Canyon DrCheap mexican food, 24 hours a day.
Native Foods
1775 E Palm Canyon DrGreat vegan food made fresh -- counter service.
While in Idyllwild...
Huge burgers, a locals vibe and karaoke now and then. Call ahead for hours and directions. Try the 1lb Bigfoot Burger!
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Lumber Mill Bar & Grill
25985 CA-243While in Idyllwild...
Huge burgers, a locals vibe and karaoke now and then. Call ahead for hours and directions. Try the 1lb Bigfoot Burger!
Great Indian buffets from 11:30-3pm. Family owned and usually tasty if you like ethnic food.
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Monsoon Indian Cuisine
555 S Sunrise WayGreat Indian buffets from 11:30-3pm. Family owned and usually tasty if you like ethnic food.
The best Reuben sandwich this side of NY. Deli food, a bakery and much more.
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Sherman's Deli & Bakery
401 E Tahquitz Canyon WayThe best Reuben sandwich this side of NY. Deli food, a bakery and much more.
Cheap Mexican food thats delicious. Go for their specials and Mariachi night on Thursdays.
Tacos & Beer
909 E 6th StCheap Mexican food thats delicious. Go for their specials and Mariachi night on Thursdays.
Typical American diner with a huge menu and reasonable prices. Try the California omelette!
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John's Restaurant
900 N Palm Canyon DrTypical American diner with a huge menu and reasonable prices. Try the California omelette!
Getting Around
Palm Springs International Airport
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Palm Springs International Airport
3400 E Tahquitz Canyon WayPalm Springs International Airport
Sightseeing
A historical art piece that is inspiring. An odd area.
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Monte de la Salvación
603 Beal RdA historical art piece that is inspiring. An odd area.
Palm Springs Visitor Center
2901 N Palm Canyon DrHelpful people and lots of local info.
Giant Rock CA
A unique bit of Ufology folklore.
Fall apple picking, colonial reenactments, apple pie & cider, and a cool place to escape the summer heat.
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Riley's Farm
12261 Oak Glen RdFall apple picking, colonial reenactments, apple pie & cider, and a cool place to escape the summer heat.
Shopping
Natures health food store & cafe. Alternative medicine, fluoride-free toothpaste and more.
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Nature's Health Food & Cafe
555 S Sunrise WayNatures health food store & cafe. Alternative medicine, fluoride-free toothpaste and more.
Trader Joes - great selection of unique food items, beer, & wine at usually very good prices. Organic selection also.
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Trader Joe's
67720 E Palm Canyon DrTrader Joes - great selection of unique food items, beer, & wine at usually very good prices. Organic selection also.
Stater Bros. Markets
1717 E Vista ChinoLocal grocery option.
Local grocery option - usually has organic also.
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Fresh & Easy Neighborhood Market
102 S Sunrise WayLocal grocery option - usually has organic also.
A selection of organic food and general supermarket in Palm Springs.
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Ralphs
49908 Jefferson StA selection of organic food and general supermarket in Palm Springs.
Food 4 Less
1150 N Pepper AveCheap groceries - a good bang for the buck.
Essentials
Tsunami Wash
425 S Sunrise WayCoin-op laundry.
Thrifty Wash
4781 E Palm Canyon DrCoin-op laundry.
Desert Hot Springs Spa
10805 Palm DrCheap hot springs - cheaper after 3pm.