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Palm Springs - Outdoors

 

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San Jacinto Mountain
Ranked #1 of 21 Outdoors in Palm Springs
Category: Mountains
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Ranked #2 of 21 Outdoors in Palm Springs
Category: Historic Sites; Ancient Ruins; Canyons
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Ranked #3 of 21 Outdoors in Palm Springs
Category: Deserts; Canyons
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Ranked #4 of 21 Outdoors in Palm Springs
Category: Canyons; Deserts; Hiking Trails; Parks

There are several great hikes and trails and a Trading Post within the Agua Calient Indian Canyons, including the most popular Palm Canyon Trail.  To get there, take Palm Canyon... more »

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Ranked #5 of 21 Outdoors in Palm Springs
Category: Nature/ Wildlife Areas; Deserts
Owner description: Formed by a system of sand dunes, this 20,000-acre sanctuary is home to several species of rare wildlife and a number of palm... more » Owner description: Formed by a system of sand dunes, this 20,000-acre sanctuary is home to several species of rare wildlife and a number of palm oases. « less
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Ranked #6 of 21 Outdoors in Palm Springs
Category: Landmarks/ Points of Interest; Canyons; Hiking Trails; Deserts
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Ranked #7 of 21 Outdoors in Palm Springs
Category: Canyons
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Ranked #8 of 21 Outdoors in Palm Springs
Category: Mountains
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Ranked #9 of 21 Outdoors in Palm Springs
Category: Nature/ Wildlife Areas
Owner description: Located in the Indian Canyons, this trail passes some uniquely amazing desert vegetation, such as the yellow creosote... more » Owner description: Located in the Indian Canyons, this trail passes some uniquely amazing desert vegetation, such as the yellow creosote flowers. « less
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Ranked #10 of 21 Outdoors in Palm Springs
Category: Parks
City park that offers public tennis courts and free classes to visitors.
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Ranked #11 of 21 Outdoors in Palm Springs
Category: Canyons
A variety of colors paint the rocks here, giving this unique location its name.
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Ranked #12 of 21 Outdoors in Palm Springs
Category: Gardens
Visitors are fascinated by this huge collection of cacti and flowers amid scenic nature trails.
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Ranked #13 of 21 Outdoors in Palm Springs
Category: Bodies of Water
Owner description: Located one hour from Palm Springs, this scenic lake at an elevation of 4,500 feet offers overnight camping, hiking, fishing... more » Owner description: Located one hour from Palm Springs, this scenic lake at an elevation of 4,500 feet offers overnight camping, hiking, fishing and boating. « less
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Ranked #14 of 21 Outdoors in Palm Springs
Category: Tourist/ Visitor Centres
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Ranked #15 of 21 Outdoors in Palm Springs
Category: Cemeteries
This cemetery marks the final resting place for many of the city's most famous residents, including Frank Sinatra.
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Ranked #16 of 21 Outdoors in Palm Springs
Category: State Parks
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Ranked #17 of 21 Outdoors in Palm Springs
Category: Parks
Tennis anyone? This city park offers four tennis courts for public use.
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Ranked #18 of 21 Outdoors in Palm Springs
Category: Hiking Trails

Palm Canyon is a magnificent oasis accessible to visitors almost every day of the year.  To get there, take Palm Canyon Road south out of Palm Springs downtown.  Go a few miles... more »

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Category: Geologic Formations
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Category: Geologic Formations
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