- 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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28.2 Miles
A small park area with grass fields, George S. Patton Park features courts for tennis and basketball along with a perimeter walking trail. Park facilities include restrooms, shaded areas with picnic tables and children's playground equipment.
28.3 Miles
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Fred Waring Dr & San Pablo Avenue, Palm Desert, CA 92260
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With 70 acres of land to explore, visitors can see a variety of ducks, geese, and turtles at the ponds of Civic Center Park. The park provides 5 pavilion picnic areas. They also have volleyball, basketball, and tennis courts.
28.5 Miles
Suitable for all dogs, La Quinta Dog Park is an off-leash facility that offers turf, water, up-lighting and seating for per owners and pets alike. The park has two separate sides, one for large dogs, and another for smaller dogs.
28.6 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.
28.7 Miles
For live rock music, check out McCormick's Night Club. Cover is 10 dollars per person.
28.9 Miles
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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.
28.9 Miles
R.E. Welch Gallery, located in Palm Desert, is a popular fine art gallery in possession of the exclusive rights to showcase the works of many well-known artists of our time, including Jean-Louis Corby among many others. The staff is very attentive, professional and knowledgeable about the artworks.
28.9 Miles
Spectacular shades is a privately owned business that provides prescription lenses and designer sunglasses. They are opened 6 days a week from 9.30 to 5.30 and closed on Sundays.
28.9 Miles
At three hours long, Desert Tasty Tours leads visitors to the major culinary destinations of the area to sample food from a range of cuisines. Some of these foods include chocolate, olive oil, pizza, pasta, and other treats.
29.0 Miles
The sophisticated El Paseo Shopping District is located in the heart of Palm Desert, California. The District includes designer clothing boutiques, fine jewelry vendors, art galleries, cafes, restaurants and other luxury retailers.