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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29.0 Miles
91% 32 votes
History Museums 82616 Miles Avenue, Indio, CA 92201 MoreLess Info
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.
29.0 Miles
80% 347 votes
Gardens Indio, CA MoreLess Info
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.
29.1 Miles
95% 596 votes
Scenic Drives Palm Desert, CA MoreLess Info
Driving around Palm Desert is an exhilarating experience. The most coveted route is the Pines to Palms Scenic Byway, which carries vehicles for 67 miles. The Byway offers unparalleled natural views of the desert.
29.1 Miles
75% 4 votes
Parks 79120 Westward Ho, La Quinta, CA 92253 MoreLess Info
La Quinta Park is a community park that has a skate park, basketball courts, and a large grass field. The park also has a playground, areas for picnicking and grilling, and a variety of water features.
29.2 Miles
80% 5 votes
Music Venue 84-245 Indio Springs Parkway, Indio, CA 92203 MoreLess Info
At Rock Yard, visitors can see a variety of tribute bands to popular classic rock bands like AC/DC and Journey. The event is held in an outdoor stage with a dance area and grassy lawn with seats.
29.2 Miles
75% 4 votes
Bowling 84-245 Indio Springs Parkway, Indio, CA 92203 MoreLess Info
A 24-lane facility, Fantasy Lanes Bowling Center provides open and league bowling along with shoe rental, bumpers and laser bowling. The center offers a snack bar, arcade game machines and an adult sports lounge.
29.2 Miles
100% 2 votes
Farms & Ranches Indio, CA MoreLess Info
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.
29.4 Miles
25% 4 votes
Flea Markets 46350 Arabia Avenue, Indio, CA 92201 MoreLess Info
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.
29.5 Miles
100% 3 votes
Dog Park 45355 Van Buren Street, Indio, CA 92201 MoreLess Info
Dogs and their owners can enjoy running and playing in the Mulligan Dog Park. The park has a fenced in area where dogs can run off leash and shaded benches for owners to sit and rest on.
29.5 Miles
67% 6 votes
Mini Golf 46805 Dune Palms Road, La Quinta, CA 92253 MoreLess Info
La Quinta's Rock N Roll Mini Golf is an indoor miniature golf course that features black light and other lighting and visual effects as well as rock music. The facility also has a video arcade.
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