Free & Cheap Things to Do in Joshua Tree, CA

  • The list below includes 29 free or cheap things to do in or near Joshua Tree, California, including 56 different types of inexpensive activities like Hiking Trails, Art Gallery, Art Museum and Specialty Museums.
  • From Joshua Tree Adventures - Day Tours to Carey's Castle, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Joshua Tree and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Palm Springs, Desert Hot Springs and Cathedral City.
  • The list below includes 29 free or cheap things to do in or near Joshua Tree, California, including 56 different types of inexpensive activities like Hiking Trails, Art Gallery, Art Museum and Specialty Museums.
  • From Joshua Tree Adventures - Day Tours to Carey's Castle, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Joshua Tree and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Palm Springs, Desert Hot Springs and Cathedral City.
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26.0 Miles
71% 41 votes
Movie Theaters 68510 East Palm Canyon Drive, Cathedral City, CA 92234 MoreLess Info
Visitors of the Desert IMAX will be able to watch a variety of first-run movies in both the IMAX and 3D formats. The location also hosts film festivals, Baby's Night Out, and Parent Movie Morning events.
26.0 Miles
39% 31 votes
Movie Theaters 68510 E Palm Canyon Drive, Cathedral City, CA 92234 MoreLess Info
Formerly an IMAX theater, UltraStar's Desert Cinema no longer has IMAX but still retains the gigantic screens. They have a number of mounted speakers to blast their 11.1 surround system and they offer deals on concessions.
26.1 Miles
53% 118 votes
Landmarks Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs, CA 92262 MoreLess Info
The Palm Springs Walk of Stars can be described as the desert version of the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Apart from the huge Marilyn Monroe statue which is the chief attraction of the place, there are also many restaurants and shops, both antique and new.
26.3 Miles
81% 26 votes
Dog Park Huntington Central Park, Huntington Beach, CA MoreLess Info
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.
26.3 Miles
88% 426 votes
Canyon 500 West Mesquite, Palm Springs, CA 92262 MoreLess Info
Tahquitz Canyon offers a two-mile hiking loop to Tahquitz Falls, a 50-foot waterfall. The hike also passes many Cahuilla sacred sites including a village where artifacts have been unearthed dating back over 1,000 years.
26.7 Miles
77% 291 votes
Botanical Gardens 1701 S Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, CA 92264 MoreLess Info
Specializing in desert plants, Moorten Botanical Gardens houses over 3000 varieties of cactus, with plants grouped by geographical region.
27.1 Miles
89% 135 votes
Horseback Riding 2500 Toledo Avenue, Palm Springs, CA 92264 MoreLess Info
Family owned and operated for over 65 years, Smoke Tree Stables is located at the base of hundreds of miles of riding trails. The company provides hourly or day rides for both beginners and experienced riders and is available for Western parties and cookouts.
27.9 Miles
92% 93 votes
Swimming Pool 730751 Magnesia Falls Dr, Palm Desert, CA 92260 MoreLess Info
At the 8-acre Palm Desert Aquatic Center, people find a variety of activities including swimming lessons, swimming team competitions, water polo games, lap swims, and water aerobics. The facility also has programs for special needs populations.
28.0 Miles
74% 560 votes
Flea Markets 43-500 Monterey Ave, Palm Desert, CA 92260 MoreLess Info
One of Palm Desert's most popular annual events is the College of the Desert Street Fair. This huge gathering is part farmers' market, part rummage sale and part swap meet. Come very early for the best selection of merchandise.
28.0 Miles
97% 498 votes
Arts Centers 73-000 Fred Waring Drive, Palm Desert, CA MoreLess Info
A hub of Palm Desert's cultural and artistic life, the McCallum Theatre for the Performing Arts hosts a full schedule of thrilling presentations for adults and families. Patrons may view the current schedule online and reserve tickets by phone, in person or through the website.
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