- The list below includes 82 free or cheap things to do in or near La Quinta, California, including 60 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Hiking Trails, Mini Golf and Art Gallery.
- From Lake Cahuilla Recreation Area to La Quinta Cove Hike, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in La Quinta and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Palm Springs, Palm Desert, Idyllwild and Cathedral City.
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6.3 Miles
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730751 Magnesia Falls Dr, Palm Desert, CA 92260
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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.
6.4 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.
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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.
6.5 Miles
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.
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72-567 Highway 111, Palm Desert, CA 92260
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Palm Springs Art Museum can be found in downtown Palm Springs. It is a small museum that gathers important artwork, glass, photography, contemporary art and it also has two outdoor sculpture gardens.
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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.
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43-500 Monterey Ave, Palm Desert, CA 92260
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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.
6.7 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.
7.2 Miles
The Bump & Grind Trail is not considered to be an official trail within the Coachella Valley, but it is quickly becoming a popular range for experienced hikers. It is a moderate to strenuous hike that allows for an elevation gain of roughly 1000 feet in total.
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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.