‪Very interesting spot to see the impact of the San Andreas fault on the local topography and plants.
In-park guides are very helpful and knowledgeable. Trails are easy and short‬

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ruthandvern

‪Wilton‬, كاليفورنيا14,503 مساهمات

‪Excellent early afternoon spent in the preserve‬

أكتوبر 2021

‪The water passing through, between and around the various palm trees out mid desert is awesome. I'm not a desert person usually but this green pop up goes Boom!‬

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Laurel M

كالجاري, كندا736 مساهمة

‪Ignore previous review by Elena O - there are no shops or restaurants or golfing here! It’s a nature preserve!‬

زوجان • أكتوبر 2021

‪Drove up Thousand Palms Canyon Road, north of Palm Desert, to the McCallum trailhead. There is a sign on the right side of the road to turn left into the parking area but it’s currently gated off. Park along the side of the road with all the other vehicles. The sandy shoulder is plenty wide. The visitor centre is currently closed but Don, the docent, was there to answer any questions and was full of information about the preserve. We did 2 walks and to walk through the palm trees after being out in the hot desert sun was so wonderfully cool. There are also no maps or brochures currently available and Don suggested taking a picture of the trail maps and trail descriptions posted on the log cabin. It was only 24C when we were there but we were glad to have hats, sunglasses and lots of water.‬

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Elena O

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العائلة • يونيو 2021

‪It’s nice but wouldn’t travel 🧳 for it if you like dry places then yes there is shade some palm trees the waterfalls are dry. It was okay I live here so it’s something to do but I would not travel here. Rather go somewhere like Tahoe or Yosemite for hikes. Restaurants around are okay palm
Springs is in definitely needs work money 💰 invested. Palm desert is okay if you like golfing eating and spas . But that is it! Def not super exciting nor place where you come to shop not many stores. Some shops but nothing to drive for .. they need to spruce this place up a lot add more to it.‬

كُتب بتاريخ 29 يوليو 2021

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Kimberly Us

‪Palm Desert‬, كاليفورنيا149 مساهمة

‪See a Desert Oasis‬

نوفمبر 2020

‪See a desert oasis! The pond and surrounding plants are fed by groundwater. Most of us read about oasis but never see them in real life. The Coachella Valley climate is similar to ancient Mesopotamia--that's why we can grow dates. Take your 6th grader here so they can "see" ancient history. It also offers good hiking trails although many of them are hot and unshaded so don't go in the hot months (go Oct-April).‬

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dnaleciz

وادي مورينو, كاليفورنيا285 مساهمة

‪Hiking at its best‬

مايو 2021

‪After spending several hours exploring Cathedral City, we went over to the neighboring city of Thousand Palms to see what it had to offer. Located the Thousand Palm Oasis Preserve – Coachella Valley Preserve. This delightful oasis offers free admission and plenty of parking. Dogs are not allowed. This is Palm Tree heaven. The San Andreas fault line runs across the area and pushes groundwater to surface. Perfect for the California fan palms. There must be literally thousands of palm trees in this 20,000+ acres preserve. Located in the center of the preserve, is the Paul Wilhelm Grove, home of the Preserve’s visitor’s center. Tourist can visit the rustic “Palm House (Visitor Center) to learn about the San Andreas Fault and the Palm Oasis. Information pamphlets are available as well as a knowledgeable staff who will assists you. Maps of the preserve and trails are also available. Guided hikes can be arranged at the Center. The preserve has five hiking trails including the McCallum, Hidden Palms, Moon Country, Pushawalla Palms, and Willis Palms trails. Twenty-five miles of hiking trails wind through the oasis and cover a few different ecosystems ranging from sand dunes, mountain canyons, or dried up riverbeds. They are rated easy to moderate. The hike from the visitor center to the McCallum Pond at the Thousand Palms Oasis is a flat easy trail and covers two-mile roundtrip. The trail is on a raised wooden pathway winding through thick vegetation. Located along the trail one will observe several ponds, with the endangered pupfish and other wildlife in residence. Situated around McCallum Pond are several benches, the perfect spot for a picnic lunch prior to heading back to the “Palm House Visitor Center”. A great easy hiking trail, with lots of options for additional hiking. Ideal trails for all levels of hikers. Perfect location for spending time observing wildlife and enjoying an afternoon picnic with the family.‬

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JulesfromIowa

‪Cedar Rapids‬, ‪Iowa‬225 مساهمة

‪An oasis preserved‬

أبريل 2021

‪So much fun to see an actual oasis. It sounds like I've never been out of Kansas. I have in fact been to many continents. I just needed to head to California to see the oasis! And beautiful palms, growing in a natural state.‬

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Brian E

‪Santa Rosa‬, كاليفورنيا373 مساهمة

‪A hidden gem in the middle of the desert‬

أبريل 2021

‪If you are anywhere near the Coachella Valley, then definitely add this to your itinerary. While it isn't always open, try to time your visit so that you can hike into the oasis nestled amidst the palms. And, if you have extra time, factor in hiking some of the many trails that encircle it in the desert. They range from short to long, so be sure to bring water. Still, the highlight was the oasis itself, which flows one way from a crack caused by the San Andreas Fault. I can only imagine what it felt like for the first human to discover this abundance of shade and fresh water.‬

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Rosanne211

كاليفورنيا28 مساهمة

‪Great Winter trip using a VRBO and hiking the Coachella Valley Preserve Oasis‬

العائلة • فبراير 2021

‪This Preserve has a nice mix of flat hiking with some climbs to get great views. We hiked thru the vegetation then up Squaw Hill with a 4 year old and a 1 year old. We were staying at a VRBO in Indio also with good walking, a play structure and a pool. Just perfect. ‬

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Robby G C

تورونتو, كندا78,235 مساهمة

‪What a beautiful Oasis‬

فبراير 2020

‪We went to see the Coachella Valley Preserve. We had to walk to it and that was great for walking for the day.

When we arrived there were a lot of palm trees and water in the mist of the palm trees. This was the Oasis.

It was so beautiful!

We could see the mountain as well.

We loved this place.

A must see!‬

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mtraveller2016

‪Edmonton‬, كندا16 مساهمة

i walk with a cane. IS it possible to experience at least some of the area with limited mobility? Are there climbs? Rough territory?

Carolyn P

فانكوفر, كندا76 مساهمة

We loved our experience there even though we didn't walk far because the snakes were active at that time. I was wearing sandals!

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Nadia L

Is there the possibility to store a hand luggage while visiting?

I13JAmarym

‪Palm Desert‬, كاليفورنيا1,444 مساهمة

CVP is wilderness and the visitor center is rustic. I would not leave anything in view in the car in the parking lot. There is no storage for anything. Bring water.

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Meander40649851999

how long a drive from Palm Springs?

Carolyn P

فانكوفر, كندا76 مساهمة

It was about 30 minutes from La Quinta where we stayed. It was amazing.

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Darlene H

Calgary61 مساهمة

What is the cost

tove b

سياتل, واشنطن205 مساهمات

There is no cost! Free parking too!!!

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ExplorerSB

سانيفيل, كاليفورنيا645 مساهمة

Any suggestions on easy (1-4 miles) wildflower trails where we can see lots of wildflowers?

Phillis W

تورونتو, كندا21 مساهمة

You can do the little loop at the Coachella valley preserve to the oasis and back , that is easy and you can still see the followers. You can see the beautiful wild flowers at Joshua Tree park. You can enter from the south side, they are beautiful and just stop your car. You can also depending where you are the Borrego Spring park, there were beautiful flowers.

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Nina F

Do you have to pay an entrance fee?

Jeff D

‪Murrieta‬, كاليفورنيا309 مساهمات

No. Walk right in for free. They do accept donations to support cause.

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Maja T

9 مساهمات

Is it dog friendly?

Gypsy C

‪Carmel Valley‬, كاليفورنيا54 مساهمة

This is a wild animal preserve, so dogs are definitely NOT allowed.

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Debbie M

Toronto8 مساهمات

AAA recommended your location as a must see. Our grandchildren are small in strollers. Is the location stroller friendly by chance?

Terry M

بالم سبرينجس, كاليفورنيا41 مساهمة

Coachella Preserve not good for strollers. When you enter the palm grove, there are steps of varying heights leading down to the boardwalk. Not at all conducive to strollers. A better possibility would be Whitewater Preserve off the northern end of 111. There is a large pond with fish, picnic tables, restrooms and you could take a short walks with strollers. A second possibility is the Big Morongo Preserve, about 20 minute drive up 62, watch for signs, right turn. If you stick to the Marsh Trail, it is all boardwalk, accessible for strollers or wheelchairs. A beautiful moist oasis in the desert.

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Tiffany W

‪Irvine‬, كاليفورنيا27 مساهمة

My fiance and I are looking for a good place to take engagement pictures. Also - I looveee palm trees. How does Coachella Valley Preserve compare to Indian Canyons? Which one would be better for pictures?