Exploring the desert on a day trip from Palm Springs California

21 Exciting Day Trips from Palm Springs (+ Map!)

Visiting Palm Springs? If you have time to spare, consider one or more of these exciting day trips from Palm Springs! From mountains to coasts and lakes to desert there’s a lot of natural beauty within day trip distance of Palm Springs. Plus, there are several vibrant cities and charming towns nearby to explore! When planning a visit to Palm … Read More

Desert sunset in Palm Springs, California

The Ultimate 3 Day Weekend in Palm Springs Itinerary!

Planning a long weekend in Palm Springs itinerary? Expect to have a fabulous time! With world-class resorts and spas, a lively downtown, mid-century modern architecture, and a number of museums and gardens to discover, Palm Springs is one of the best weekend getaways in California. Once a getaway to the stars of Hollywood, Palm Springs is still a vibrant desert … Read More

Artist's Palette on Artist's Drive in Death Valley

Artist’s Palette and Artist’s Drive in Death Valley National Park: Why You Must Go!

Artist’s Palette is one of the most photographed spots in Death Valley National Park. The viewpoint is the major attraction on Artist’s Drive, arguably the most scenic drive in all of Death Valley. Featuring beautiful desert landscapes along a winding road, Artist Drive is definitely deserving of a top spot on your Death Valley National Park itinerary, especially if you … Read More

The Cholla Cactus Boardwalk Trail is one of the easiest hikes in Joshua Tree National Park, California

13 Best Joshua Tree Hikes (+ Tips for Hiking in Joshua Tree National Park!)

Looking for the best Joshua Tree hikes? Hiking is undoubtedly one of the most popular things to do in Joshua Tree National Park. The Southern California desert park is home to a wide variety of hiking trails, and hiking is a great way to explore its unique landscapes up close. Whether you are looking for a short and scenic family-friendly … Read More

Rock formations Hidden Valley Joshua Tree NP California

Hike the Hidden Valley Trail in Joshua Tree National Park!

The Hidden Valley Trail in Joshua Tree National Park is a spectacular and easy nature trail, perfect for anyone that wishes to experience Joshua Tree’s signature rocks and trees in a not-too-long walk. Hiking the Hidden Valley Trail is one of our favorite things to do in Joshua Tree National Park, and so far, we’ve done this hike on each … Read More

Joshua Tree National Park in Southern California offers lots of things to do!

21 Best Things to Do in Joshua Tree National Park (+ Tips for Visiting!)

Joshua Tree National Park is one of California’s two spectacular desert national parks, and a fabulous place to visit if you enjoy the outdoors. Its unique landscapes will wow you with their stark beauty. Located in Southern California, under an hour from Palm Springs, Joshua Tree National Park is most famous for its massive monzogranite boulder formations and straight-out-of-Seuss Joshua … Read More

Palm Springs, California in the Sonoran Desert

30+ Perfect Things to Do in Palm Springs, California!

Palm Springs, located in the California Sonoran Desert, is the quintessential desert getaway. If you are considering a vacation here, know that you’ll be spoiled for choice when it comes to things to do in Palm Springs, and nearby. Long prized by Hollywood celebrities as a place to relax and recharge, Palm Springs is worth visiting for its cool mid-century … Read More

Hiking the Barker Dam Nature Trail in Joshua Tree National Park

If you are looking for a fun short hike to do when you visit Joshua Tree National Park in Southern California, consider the Barker Dam Nature Trail! Featuring the enormous boulders for which the park is known, plus the historic dam and a little cave with petroglyphs, the Barker Dam Trail definitely deserves a top spot on your list of … Read More

Mosaic Canyon in Death Valley NP California

Hike Mosaic Canyon in Death Valley National Park!

Mosaic Canyon in Death Valley is a gorgeous hike offering up-close looks at the beautiful marble walls of Mosaic Canyon and the mosaics from which it gets its name. It is one of our favorite hikes in Death Valley National Park! Hiking Mosaic Canyon Trail is one of the more popular things to do in Death Valley National Park, and … Read More