- TripBuzz found 105 things to do with kids in or near Palm Desert, California, including 88 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Palm Springs, Indio, Idyllwild and La Quinta.
- From Living Desert Zoo & Gardens to Palm Desert Aquatic Center, the Palm Desert area offers 79 different types of family activities, including: Golf, Hiking Trails, Zoos and Theaters.
- Only 14 miles from Palm Springs, Palm Desert is a quickly growing community and continues to offer increasing activities and attractions. The warm community is a sanctuary to snowbirds, seeing the population of the birds swell by over 30,000 in the warmer months. There are a number of resorts and golf clubs in Palm Desert, making it a prime tourist attraction and ideal place to retire.
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With plenty of hiking trails, a thriving desert vegetation, a visitor centre offering various recreational activities, Santa Rosa and San Jacinto Mountains National Monument are worth a visit. To avoid heat, it is best to visit during fall or spring.
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54470 N Circle Drive, Idyllwild, CA 92549
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The volunteer run Idyllwild Area Historical Society is dedicated to preserving and increasing awareness about area history and culture. The society operates a museum with artifacts and exhibits showcasing regional history, and sponsors educational events.
19.5 Miles
The Rustic Theater features a 232-seat venue with a screen, stage and concert sound system. Furthermore, they offer a wide selection of video rentals from classics to the latest new releases.
19.5 Miles
Idyllwild's AstroCamp offers one and two week programs that let kids learn about and experience some aspects of astronaut training. The camps are also focused on science education, allowing campers to look through powerful telescopes and participate in hands-on activities.
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Mount San Jacinto, otherwise known as San Jacinto Mountain, is located in Palm Springs, California. The imposing mountain has forested shoulders and a bare granite peak. Camping is not allowed on the mountain, but there are several campgrounds nearby.
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25905 Highway 243, Idyllwild, CA
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The Mount San Jacinto State Park and Wilderness offers 13,000-acres of land with 50 miles of trails, campgrounds and nature study opportunities. This park is located 10,834 feet above sea level and is the second highest mountain range in Southern California.
19.6 Miles
Built around Mount San Jacinto, which stands at 10,834 ft. in elevation, lies the Mount San Jacinto State Park. The park provides a serene environment for walking, hiking, and camping and is reachable within hours from several major local cities.
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25905 Highway 243, Idyllwild, CA 92549
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Part of the California State Parks system, the San Jacinto State Park Campground features a well-maintained and staffed camping area with many sites. The campground features fully working bathrooms with power and running water.
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Situated inside the San Bernardino National Forest, Fern Basin Campground is open throughout the summer and intor fall for camping in a primitive setting. Sites within the campground can be reserved four days in advance from the National Park Service.
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26375 State Hwy 243, Idyllwild, CA 92549
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Situated on 50 acres of wilderness, Idyllwild Pines Camp & Conference Center hosts a Christian camp for kids of all ages. Campers get to sleep in a cabin and go through activities in the recreation area.