- The list below includes 101 free or cheap things to do in or near Desert Hot Springs, California, including 81 different types of inexpensive activities like Art Gallery, Parks, Sports Facilities/Fields and Movie Theaters.
- From Wardman Park to Public Tennis Courts, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Desert Hot Springs and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Palm Springs, Joshua Tree, Idyllwild and Palm Desert.
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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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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.
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The Idyllwild Nature Center offers a variety of hiking trails, a monarch butterfly exhibit and plenty of bird watching opportunities. The area also features picnic spots and occasional learning workshops.
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Artspresso Art Gallery features and showcases the works of a variety of local, regional, and nationally known artists in an array of different artistic media. Art includes photographs, paintings, sculpture, jewelry, ceramics, and other varieties.
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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.
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Created by the shifting of the earth's crust along the San Andreas Fault hundreds of years ago, Painted Canyon, is a favorite destination for outdoors enthusiasts. With steep canyon walls containing an array of pastel colors, bring your camera and enjoy the world around you.
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73-000 Fred Waring Drive, Palm Desert, CA
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A hub of Palm Desert's cultural and artistic life, the McCallum Theatre for the Performing Arts hosts a full schedule of thrilling presentations for adults and families. Patrons may view the current schedule online and reserve tickets by phone, in person or through the website.
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54000 Riverside County Playground Rd., Idyllwild, CA 92549
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With over 200 acres of forests and open space, Idyllwild Park has areas for both day use and camping. The park offers scenic views, hiking on five trails, and rock climbing on enormous granite boulders.
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Riverside County Playground Drive off 243 Highway, Idyllwild, CA
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Featuring forest terrain, Idyllwild County Park is situated on 202 acres and offers visitors access to a nature center as well as hiking and biking trails. The park has picnic areas, an amphitheater and 88 campsites with fire rings.