{"product_id":"coachella-valley-public-cemetery","title":"Coachella Valley Public Cemetery","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"cvpc-guide\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA place of remembrance in the agricultural heart of the valley.\u003c\/strong\u003e The Coachella Valley Public Cemetery serves families across a much larger area than the city of Coachella. Its tree-lined grounds on Avenue 52 hold generations of local history, with the surrounding fields and mountains giving the cemetery a distinct eastern-valley setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you are visiting a loved one, attending a service, researching family history or planning ahead, the information below brings together the practical details. Photography by \u003cstrong\u003eMark Miller \/ Desert Oasis Insider, November 5, 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e. Open any photograph above to view the full gallery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"cvpc-callout\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStart with the help you need\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca class=\"cvpc-button\" href=\"https:\/\/coachella.cemsites.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eFind a loved one\u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca class=\"cvpc-button\" href=\"tel:+17603983221\"\u003eCall the cemetery\u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca class=\"cvpc-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.coachellavalleycemeterydistrict.gov\/schedule-appointment\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eArrange an appointment\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a recent death, contact a funeral home or cremation provider first to arrange preparation and transportation. Then coordinate cemetery arrangements with the District. DOI is an independent guide; cemetery staff handle burial records, appointments and services.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHours, address and getting there\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e82925 Avenue 52, Coachella, CA 92236\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePhone: \u003ca href=\"tel:+17603983221\"\u003e760-398-3221\u003c\/a\u003e · Email: \u003ca href=\"mailto:info@cvpcd.org\"\u003einfo@cvpcd.org\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"doi-entry__table-scroll\"\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ccaption\u003eRegular visiting and office hours\u003c\/caption\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eWhat you need\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003ePublished schedule\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eCemetery grounds\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDaily, 7 a.m. to the posted closing time\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eAdministration office\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMonday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.; check holiday closures\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eLate-2026 gate closing\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5:30 p.m., November 1–December 31, 2026\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eRegular mowing \/ niche cleaning\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTuesdays; special calendar exceptions apply\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe District describes general grounds hours as “7 a.m. to sunset,” but publishes specific seasonal closing times. Use that schedule and the entrance signs rather than a weather app's sunset time. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.coachellavalleycemeterydistrict.gov\/hours-of-operation\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eCheck current hours and the annual calendar\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/search\/?api=1\u0026amp;query=82925+Avenue+52+Coachella+CA+92236\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eGet driving directions to the cemetery\u003c\/a\u003e. The office and entrances face Avenue 52. The gallery's closer aerial view shows the office, gates and internal roads, useful for recognizing the arrival area. Follow the posted entrance and staff directions on the day, especially during services or large events.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a quiet visit, allow time to locate the section before walking out onto the grounds. Summer visits are more comfortable early in the morning; take drinking water, sun protection and stable footwear. Trees provide shade in parts of the cemetery, but a particular gravesite may be exposed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFinding a grave or researching family history\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe District's \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/coachella.cemsites.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eonline burial search\u003c\/a\u003e lets you search names and view location information. Begin with a last name; if a search fails, try alternate spellings, fewer fields or a different family name. Record the returned location before leaving home. The \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.coachellavalleycemeterydistrict.gov\/section-map\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eofficial section map\u003c\/a\u003e helps you orient yourself within the grounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a missing, unclear or recently added record, call the office. Bring the person's full name, approximate birth and death dates, and any existing burial paperwork. The District maintains interment records in its administration office. An unsuccessful online search alone does not establish that someone is not buried here.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor family-history work, compare cemetery records with family documents and official vital records. A marker, burial date and death date can describe different events. Photograph an inscription carefully rather than relying on a distant aerial image to identify an individual grave. Do not disturb a marker or leave a rubbing, adhesive or cleaning residue behind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eVisiting respectfully: parking and accessibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDrive at or below the posted \u003cstrong\u003e10 mph\u003c\/strong\u003e limit, keep through routes open and stay out of work zones. Park only where allowed; never drive onto burial lawns. Give a procession priority and avoid interrupting services or photographing mourners without permission.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe grounds include grass, curbs and uneven surfaces. A paved internal road does not guarantee a step-free route to every grave. If a visitor uses a wheelchair or walker, or needs a shorter walking route, \u003cstrong\u003ecall the office ahead\u003c\/strong\u003e to discuss the specific section and assistance available. Ask about restroom access and arrangements for your visit rather than assuming every facility is accessible at all hours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePets are not permitted; the service policy distinguishes service dogs. Alcohol, open flames, recreational activities and personal canopies are prohibited. For a religious custom, special gathering or photography project, discuss your plans with staff first. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.coachellavalleycemeterydistrict.gov\/regulations\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eRead the District's full regulations\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFlowers, decorations and mowing days\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRegular mowing is Tuesday. Pick up memorial items by Monday before sundown; return them Wednesday.\u003c\/strong\u003e Columbarium cleaning is also Tuesday. Check the District calendar for holiday and event exceptions before making a trip. Its current hours and decoration pages supersede an older FAQ that still describes a split Tuesday\/Thursday mowing schedule.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep items within the marker or flower cup. Without a marker, the permitted area is no larger than 18 × 30 inches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDecorations must be no more than 36 inches tall and no more than 10 pounds in total weight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not use glass, breakable items, fences, glue or tape, or push objects into the ground.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eItems cannot have a solid base that blocks irrigation. Do not dig or modify the lawn.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eItems left during cleanup or in violation of the rules may be discarded and cannot be recovered. Avoid leaving irreplaceable possessions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlowers placed for a new interment have a limited special retention period; confirm the removal day with staff. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.coachellavalleycemeterydistrict.gov\/memorial-decoration-regulations\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eRead the complete decoration policy\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAttending a graveside service\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConfirm the name, date, start time and location with the family or funeral provider. The District recommends arriving with the procession; if arriving independently, do not arrive more than 15 minutes early. Follow staff parking directions, avoid office-only spaces and red curbs, and keep clear of other services.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePublished service provisions include a portable shade structure, ten folding chairs and bottled water. Shade does not cover every guest in a large group. Ask in advance about extra seating, mobility needs, pallbearer assistance and gatherings exceeding 100 people. Umbrellas and suitable portable chairs may be useful; personal canopies are not allowed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eServices have a one-hour allocation from the scheduled start. Afterwards, guests must clear the work zone so staff can complete the interment, but may observe from a safe area as directed. Arrange officiants, music, military honors or other customs with staff in advance. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.coachellavalleycemeterydistrict.gov\/interment-services-regulations\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eRead what to expect at a service\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBurial and cremation options\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe District offers \u003cstrong\u003esingle- and double-depth full-size burial spaces\u003c\/strong\u003e, smaller spaces for babies and children, in-ground placement of cremated remains, and above-ground columbarium niches. A columbarium is a structure containing individual compartments for urns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvailability and suitability depend on the actual space and the dimensions of the casket, vault or urn. Discuss family preferences and future interments before purchasing. A double-depth arrangement is not a promise that every existing grave can accept another burial. Staff must confirm the configuration and the required authorizations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePurchasing burial rights gives the right to use a designated space under cemetery rules; it should not be confused with ordinary residential land ownership. Ask the District to explain the certificate, authorized users, succession and any transfer restrictions before signing. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.coachellavalleycemeterydistrict.gov\/services-fees\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eExplore official services\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCurrent cemetery costs and what they include\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe following examples come from the District's \u003cstrong\u003e2026–2027 price sheet, effective September 12, 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e. These are cemetery charges, not a complete funeral or cremation-provider quote. Confirm the current itemized total for your circumstances; vault costs and tax can change.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"doi-entry__table-scroll\"\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ccaption\u003eSelected published cemetery charges\u003c\/caption\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eService or space\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003ePublished total\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eAdult #5 first interment, single configuration\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e$4,507.50\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eAdult #5 first interment, double configuration\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e$4,855.19\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eAdult #7 first interment\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e$5,018.94\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eChildren's spaces, #1–#3\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e$2,601.57–$3,296.16\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eIn-ground cremation, vault options #1–#3\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e$1,874.40–$1,913.51\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eColumbarium niche, depending on position\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e$2,863.13–$3,115.13\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eHeadstone setting and endowment\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e$490\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe schedule also lists a \u003cstrong\u003e15% eligible non-resident surcharge\u003c\/strong\u003e on all fees and a \u003cstrong\u003e3% credit-card convenience fee\u003c\/strong\u003e. Ask whether a quoted total includes the marker itself, engraving, cemetery setting, urn or casket, transportation, funeral-provider charges and any additional service support. Do not add a surcharge without first confirming eligibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.coachellavalleycemeterydistrict.gov\/files\/7c19fbc6a\/26-27%2BFiscal%2BYear%2BPricing%2BSheet%2B-%2BApproved%2B09-11-2026.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eOpen the complete official price sheet (PDF)\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe office lists personal checks, cashier's checks and credit cards, \u003cstrong\u003enot cash\u003c\/strong\u003e. Within five business days of a scheduled burial, it accepts cashier's checks or credit cards rather than personal checks. Payment plans can extend up to 24 months, subject to the District's terms; confirm deposits, fees and when the balance must be paid.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eMaking arrangements or planning ahead\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor an immediate need, the funeral or cremation provider prepares the remains and coordinates transportation; cemetery staff arrange the interment space and cemetery service. The legally authorized person must approve the arrangements. Existing family ownership does not remove the need for the appropriate signatures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBefore an appointment, gather any burial-right certificate, existing contract and the details of the person being interred. Ask staff which identification, authorization and residency documents they need for your case. For an urn, confirm its exact dimensions before purchase. For a headstone, obtain written size, material and placement requirements before commissioning it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlanning ahead gives the family time to compare spaces and document preferences. Ask what is being purchased now, what remains payable later, who can use the space and how the District handles an unused purchase. Keep the completed paperwork where the people responsible for future arrangements can find it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.coachellavalleycemeterydistrict.gov\/schedule-appointment\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eRequest an appointment\u003c\/a\u003e or call \u003ca href=\"tel:+17603983221\"\u003e760-398-3221\u003c\/a\u003e. The online appointment page currently offers weekday windows of 11 a.m.–1 p.m. and 3–5 p.m.; confirm availability. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.coachellavalleycemeterydistrict.gov\/faq-documents\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eRead the official arrangements FAQ\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHistory, public service and community remembrance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe District was formed on \u003cstrong\u003eAugust 8, 1927\u003c\/strong\u003e. Its published history describes a service area of about 3,450 square miles, more than 24,000 interments, and a 60-acre property with 29 acres developed for burial use. Those figures describe the District's published account, rather than a live capacity count.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is an independent public special district, supported partly by property taxes, with five trustees appointed by the Riverside County Board of Supervisors. This explains why “public cemetery” refers to both its community role and its governance, and why service-area eligibility affects fees. A Coachella mailing address alone is not the full eligibility test; ask staff to check the applicable boundary and status.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese original aerial photographs show the cemetery as part of a working valley: orderly rows of markers under mature trees, internal roads, open farmland and mountains beyond. The contrast gives geographic context to a place whose meaning is personal to each family. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.coachellavalleycemeterydistrict.gov\/about\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eRead the District's history and service-area information\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cemetery also hosts community remembrance events. Its annual \u003cstrong\u003eDía de los Muertos\u003c\/strong\u003e celebration is held November 2, with music and folkloric dance; its Memorial Day ceremony is presented with American Legion Post 739 of Indio. Event-day hours, parking and permitted items can differ from ordinary visits. Use the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.coachellavalleycemeterydistrict.gov\/events\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eofficial event information\u003c\/a\u003e for the next observance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eIs this the same as Desert Memorial Park?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. This guide covers Coachella Valley Public Cemetery on Avenue 52 in Coachella. Before traveling, confirm the exact cemetery name and address shown on the burial or service record.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eCan I visit on weekends if the office is closed?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eRegular grounds hours are daily, including weekends. Office assistance follows its separate weekday schedule. Check special closures and the posted gate time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eCan I arrange a weekend burial?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe District's published schedule lists interments Monday through Friday. Ask cemetery staff about the actual available dates before making travel commitments.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eDo I have to live in the city of Coachella?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe District serves a broader area than the city. Staff determine eligibility using District criteria; eligible non-residents may incur a surcharge. Confirm your situation directly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eCan ashes be placed here?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. The published options include in-ground cremation spaces and columbarium niches. Coordinate placement and urn dimensions with staff; do not scatter or place ashes on the grounds independently.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWho looks after a headstone?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe District's FAQ assigns ongoing marker cleaning, repair and replacement to the owner or next of kin. Contact staff before arranging work or cleaning; endowment care does not mean an individual marker will be replaced free of charge.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSources and update notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInformation checked \u003cstrong\u003eNovember 5, 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e against the District's official hours, 2026 closing schedule, burial search, section map, services, September 2026 fee sheet, regulations, arrangements FAQ, history and event pages linked above. Policies, fees, availability and event arrangements can change. The cemetery's confirmation and current posted notices govern an actual visit or service.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEditorial and original photography: Mark Miller \/ Desert Oasis Insider. This independent resource does not sell cemetery spaces or accept service bookings. 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