- The list below includes 82 free or cheap things to do in or near Palm Desert, California, including 77 different types of inexpensive activities like Hiking Trails, Bars, Art Gallery and Art Museum.
- From Pines to Palms Scenic Byway to Bump & Grind Trail, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Palm Desert and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Palm Springs, Idyllwild, Cathedral City and Indio.
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This 6-mile trail is not ideal for children or dogs due to the terrain, but Cedar Creek Falls will provide you with a challenging hike and the opportunity to visit the waterfall, dependent on the time of year.
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There's a lot to see around the Julian Town Hall. This town was a major part of the California Gold Rush, and they also make delicious apple pies and juices.
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Slides, gold panning and trains with a 1 mile-long track make the Smith Ranch - Julian Train & Gold Mine popular among the children.
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Historically significant for its gold rush in the 1800s, the Cuyamaca Mountains now provide hiking opportunities for visitors, with trails for many experience and age levels.
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With Historical Tours of Julian, visitors can explore various areas of the town while learning about it's Wild West history. During the tours, visitors will stop at the cemetery, gold discovery sites, and pioneer museums.
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A variety of artifacts from the early days of the Julian area are held at the Julian Pioneer Museum in several displays. There are even artifacts from when the region was dotted with Native American villages.
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28 Big Pinnacle Branch Rd, Julian, CA 25529
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In close proximity to the Little Coal River Campground, Hatfield & McCoy Trail Little Coal River features a trail system and a visitors center. The trails are suitable for use by ATVs, bikers, horse riders and hikers.
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Specializing in horse training, Integrity Stables offers visitors 90 minute horseback riding lessons where they can learn the basics of riding and horse care. The stables feature child friendly horses that are calm and patient.
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Big Bear's Hot Shot Miniature Golf is an 18 hole miniature golf course that features a variety of different layouts, obstacles, and challenges. The course offers cosmic golf at night, and has a batting cage.
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A soccer and softball complex, Big League Dreams features replica fields including Yankee Stadium, Dodger Stadium, Fenway Park and Angel Stadium. The facility offers batting cages, a children's playground, bleacher seating, a restaurant and a concession stand.