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bobcats, and more than 250 bird species. 760/3637190; bigmorongo.org

NEEDLES
Havasu National Wildlife Refuge. Enjoy ﬁshing,
boating, kayaking, and spectacular wildlife-watching
along the Paciﬁc Flyway. Watch for the southwestern
willow ﬂycatcher, Yuma clapper rail, doves, and snow
geese. 760/326-3853; fws.gov/refuge/havasu

PALM DESERT
Palm to Pines Scenic Byway. Start in Palm Desert
before winding your way through mountain switchbacks,
pine forests, and stunning vistas with views of the
Greater Palm Springs area.760/862-9984; blm.gov
Santa Rosa and San Jacinto Mountains National
Monument. Find palm oases and snow-capped
mountains that reach 10,834 feet in elevation by way of
a national scenic trail. 760/862-9984; blm.gov
The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens. Explore this
family-friendly zoo and botanical gardens specializing
in deserts, with more than 450 animals and 1,400 plant
species. Try feeding a giraffe or hiking nature trails.
760/346-5694; livingdesert.org

PALM SPRINGS
Moorten Botanical Garden and Cactarium.
Established in 1938, this family-owned arboretum
features more than 3,000 varieties of desert plants
alongside colorful rocks, ancient fossils, and pioneer
relics. 760/327-6555; moortenbotanicalgarden.com
Palm Springs Aerial Tramway. 1 Tram Way, Palm
Springs. World's largest rotating tram cars. Spectacular
views, two restaurants, 50 miles of hiking trails,
camping, winter activities, and more. 760/325-1391;
888/515-TRAM; pstramway.com See ad, p. 181
Sunnylands Center & Gardens. Tour the 200-acre
former estate of publishing magnate Walter Annenberg
and his wife Lenore. The massive glass-walled home is a
stunning example of mid-century modern architecture.
760/202-2222; sunnylands.org

RANCHO MIRAGE
Children's Discovery Museum of the Desert. Have
fun while exploring more than 80 hands-on exhibits
with a focus on gardening, animal interaction, science,
cooking, and nutrition. 760/321-0602; cdmod.org

RIDGECREST
Ridgecrest Area Convention and Visitors Bureau.
Drop by the Visitors Bureau to plan desert adventures.
Find out where to view Native American petroglyphs
and unique geological attractions. 760/375-8202;
racvb.com

SHOSHONE
Shoshone Village. Explore a small museum with ethnic
and tribal art, history, minerals, and paleontology, an
inn, a gift shop featuring southwest wares, walking
trails, and more near Death Valley. 760/852-4224;
shoshonevillage.com

THOUSAND PALMS
Coachella Valley National Wildlife Refuge. Nearly
4,000 acres of protected land serve as a critical habitat
for the threatened Coachella Valley fringe-toed lizard.
Open to hikers and horseback riders. 760/348-5278;
fws.gov

namesake trees. In spring, wildﬂowers carpet the desert
ﬂoor. 760/367-5500; nps.gov/jotr

YERMO
Calico Ghost Town. Explore an Old West silver-mining
town, founded in 1881. Enjoy shopping, restaurants,
horseback riding, and camping. Visit Maggie Mine and
the Calico Odessa Railroad. 760/254.1123;
parks.sbcounty.gov

YUCCA VALLEY
Hi-Desert Nature Museum. Enhance your high-desert
appreciation with natural history and cultural exhibits.
Observe several species of native snakes, lizards,
arachnids, and insects. 760/369-7212; hidesertnaturemuseum.org

Marriott's Desert Springs Villas II. 1091 Pinehurst
Lane. 402 rooms. Spacious Palm Desert villas with full
kitchens, living and dining areas, private balconies,
washer/dryer, and more! Enjoy 7 pools, golf, spa, tennis,
and dining. 760/779-1200; marriott.com/ctdvi $$-$$$

Marriott's Shadow Ridge. 9003 Shadow Ridge Rd.
427 rooms. Sprawling Palm Desert resort overlooking
rolling fairways. Spacious villa rentals with full kitchens,
living/dining areas, master suite, and more. Guest
rooms are also available. 760/674-2600; 800/8455279; marriott.com/ctdsr $$-$$$

The Westin Desert Willow Villas. 75 Willow Ridge.
440 rooms. A Palm Desert paradise featuring premium
1- and 2-bedrooom resort villas with living/dining
areas, kitchen or kitchenette, washer/dryer, and more.
760/636-7000; marriott.com/ctdwi $$-$$$

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PALM DESERT
Marriott's Desert Springs Villas I. 1091 Pinehurst
Lane. 236 rooms. Beautiful Palm Desert resort with
alluring amenities. Spacious villas feature full kitchens,
living and dining areas, master suite, washer/dryer,
and more! 760/779-1200; 800/845-5279;
marriott.com/ctdds $$-$$$

RANCHO MIRAGE
The Westin Mission Hills Resort Villas. 71777 Dinah
Shore Drive. 316 rooms. Premium Rancho Mirage resort
overlooking fairways. Spacious villas feature living/
dining areas, kitchen or kitchenette, washer/dryer and
more. 760/328-5955; marriott.com/psppw $$-$$$

TWENTYNINE PALMS
Joshua Tree National Park. Go rock climbing, hiking,
and camping while enjoying a stark landscape dotted
with cholla cactus, creosote bush, and the park's

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