- The list below includes 82 free or cheap things to do in or near Indian Wells, California, including 73 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Hiking Trails, Art Gallery and Movie Theaters.
- From McCormick's Night Club to Spectacular Shades, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Indian Wells and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Palm Springs, Idyllwild, Palm Desert and Cathedral City.
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Created by the shifting of the earth's crust along the San Andreas Fault hundreds of years ago, Painted Canyon, is a favorite destination for outdoors enthusiasts. With steep canyon walls containing an array of pastel colors, bring your camera and enjoy the world around you.
5.7 Miles
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Ramon Road to Thousand Palms Canyon Road, Palm Springs, CA
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A wide range of outdoor activities are available at the Coachella Valley Preserve since the area is considered to be a prominent natural region. Visitors are able to take in the innate beauty and even can enjoy hiking, picnicking, and learn more at the visitor center.
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81-725 Hwy 111, Indio, CA 92201
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Visitors can enjoy an 8 screen movie theater with digital projection at Regal Entertainment Group Indio Metro 8. The theater airs first run films and is available to host birthday parties.
6.7 Miles
The Indio Open Air Market is an Arabian style, open air vendor swap meet. Various merchandise from vendors and local farms are featured, along with views of the night sky and the Moroccan style theme of the bazaar.
6.8 Miles
The campus of the Coachella Valley History Museum contains the Smiley-Tyler house, a 1926 adobe home which houses the main exhibits. Other highlights include the submarine house, archives, Japanese garden and date museum.
7.0 Miles
Guests can tour the Shield's Date Farm to learn more about the production of dates. In addition, there is also a garden as well as a cafe that serves up an array of date themed beverages and foods.
7.1 Miles
Not only can guests take their dogs for a walk at the Best Friend Dog Park, but they can also play in small and large-dog dedicated areas. The location's Park Bench Cafe also sells goods for both humans and dogs.
7.2 Miles
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46350 Jackson Street, Indio, CA 92201
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Founded in 1950, the Coachella Valley Recreation & Park Dist is a governmental organization dedicated to providing recreational facilities and programs to the local community. Sports fields, golf courses, and exercise programs are a few of the amenities provided.
7.2 Miles
3 Ponies Ranch is a family-owned equestrian facility offering a number of amenities for horses and their owners. Horse boarding, riding lessons, and an open riding area are among the amenities and services at the facility.
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As a 9,000 square foot facility, The Smilow Family Teen Center offers teenagers amenities like a gymnasium, billiards room, lounge, and more. The center also has after school programs for arts and crafts.