Nov 07, 2026
Inside The Living Desert’s Miniature Railroad
Look beyond the trains: miniature theaters, tiny street scenes and living plants reveal the craft behind The Living Desert’s Bighorn Railroad.
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Oct 27, 2026
Rancho Mirage Amphitheater: A Guide to Outdoor Concerts
Plan a night at Rancho Mirage Amphitheater with upcoming performances, ticket links, parking and entry guidance, seating tips and original park photography.
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Oct 25, 2026
Stargazing Near Palm Springs: Where to Go, When to Look, and What You’ll See
Start in your backyard, join an observatory evening, or plan a darker-sky outing—with a little help from the Moon.
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Oct 24, 2026
Hot Springs Near Palm Springs: Day Passes & Mineral Pools
Compare seven hot-springs day visits near Palm Springs by price, age, private bathing and amenities, with a map and adjustable admission calculator.
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Oct 23, 2026
Where to Go for a Walk in the Coachella Valley—Without Going on a Hike
Seven places for an everyday walk in the Coachella Valley, from flat park circuits and zoo paths to El Paseo and downtown Palm Springs.
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Oct 21, 2026
A Morning of Art in Downtown Palm Springs
A downtown Palm Springs art walk connecting the museum, Aluminaire House, Forever Marilyn, Resonance, the Rowan and Plaza Theatre, with short and extended plans.
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Oct 21, 2026
Great Views Without a Big Hike: Coachella Valley & Nearby Escapes
Find scenic views near Palm Springs and across the Coachella Valley without a big hike. Compare eight stops, original photographs, parking, paths and walking effort.
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Oct 11, 2026
Beyond the Festivals: A Day Exploring Indio & Coachella
A day in Indio and Coachella beyond the festivals: Shields Date Garden, local history, Pueblo Viejo murals, and lunch, with Sunday and seasonal adjustments.
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Oct 11, 2026
An Idyllwild Day Trip from the Desert: Forest Walks, Village Stops & Mountain Views
Plan an Idyllwild day trip from the Coachella Valley with a short Ernie Maxwell walk, lunch, village browsing, and Strawberry Creek—or a relaxed no-hike alternative.
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Oct 11, 2026
A Perfect Day in Palm Desert: Wildlife, Art & El Paseo
A relaxed Palm Desert itinerary with The Living Desert, lunch, El Paseo, and dinner—plus a free sculpture-garden alternative and hot-weather adjustments.
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Oct 03, 2026
La Quinta Art Celebration: The Complete Visitor Guide
Plan your La Quinta Art Celebration visit: upcoming dates, tickets, parking, art, food, history, and a relaxed day in Old Town La Quinta.
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Sep 24, 2026
Scenic Drives from the Coachella Valley: Where to Stop Along the Way
Five scenic outings with worthwhile stops: Joshua Tree at sundown, Palms to Pines, Box Canyon, the Salton Sea, and Whitewater Canyon—plus a route chooser and sunset planner.
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Sep 24, 2026
A Perfect Day in La Quinta: Hiking, Old Town, Art & Dining
A relaxed one-day itinerary from La Quinta Cove to Old Town, with brunch, local history, public art, and dinner—plus day-of-week and hot-weather alternatives.
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Sep 24, 2026
Free and Affordable Things to Do in the Coachella Valley
Find 12 free and affordable Coachella Valley outings with date checks, practical comfort notes, and a multi-stop group budget calculator.
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Sep 19, 2026
Coachella Valley Visitor Guide: Where to Stay, What to Do & How to Plan Your Trip
Compare the cities, choose the right season, and put your days together with local guides, original photography, and practical trip-planning tools.
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Sep 18, 2026
Where to Golf in the Coachella Valley: Find Your Course
Find a course that fits your game, your day and your trip. Compare 44 Coachella Valley golf profiles by location, course character, access, maintenance and total cost.
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Sep 14, 2026
Today & This Week in the Coachella Valley
Things to do today and over the next six days, with recent events saved for reference.
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Sep 11, 2026
The Living Desert: Expansion Progress Tracker
Follow Lion Ridge and the Lurie Palm Pavilion through original aerial photos, construction updates and what the expansion means for zoo visitors.
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Sep 09, 2026
DSRT SURF Palm Desert: Development Progress Tracker
Follow DSRT SURF’s phased soft opening, live reservations, surf pricing and future resort phases, with Mark Miller’s original site photography.
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Sep 07, 2026
CV Link Guide: Map, Open Segments & Construction Updates
Choose a CV Link segment, find access points and check construction notices, with maps, pathway rules and Mark Miller’s original photographs.
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Jul 19, 2026
Cotino Bay Beach: Public Access & What to Expect
Explore Cotino Bay’s 11 planned businesses, including Mila’s Kitchen and Sunglass Hut, plus anticipated spring 2027 opening and public beach access.
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Feb 19, 2026
Palm Springs Tram Summer Pass: A Local’s Guide
See what the Palm Springs Tram Summer Pass includes, when it pays off, and how Coachella Valley locals use the mountain for cooler walks and easy escapes.
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Aug 23, 2025
Palm Springs Surf Club Review: Cost, Tips & What to Expect
My return to surfing after 15 years, what I paid, and the practical choices that can make your first desert surf session better.
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Apr 19, 2025
Bighorn Café at The Living Desert: What to Know
Plan a stop at Bighorn Café inside The Living Desert, with menu highlights, sheep-habitat views, seating tips and its 2025 opening story.
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Apr 14, 2025
Day 3 at Coachella 2025: Megan Thee Stallion’s Star-Studded Spectacle & Sunday Highlights
By Mark Miller, Coachella Valley Local News Contributor Indio, CA (April 14, 2025) – Coachella’s first weekend wrapped up last night with a finale full of surprises, genre-blending performances, an...
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Apr 11, 2025
Day Zero at Coachella 2025: Chris Lake Makes History on a Thursday Night
For longtime Coachella-goers, Thursday (nicknamed “Day 0”) has traditionally been a day to arrive, pitch tents, and casually mingle under the desert sun. There might be a few DJ sets at a silent di...
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