The East Indio Badlands Trail near Palm Springs features the San Andreas Fault showcasing tectonic up tilts created over millions of years, unique slot canyons, and panoramic vistas of the Coachella Valley, all amidst sandy river washes. This trail is often overlooked due to it’s proximity to Joshua Tree National Park, but it’s a stunning trail that offers so much to see!

Shield's Date Garden in Indio, California has been around since 1924. It’s famous for its deliciously sweet date shakes, and a long running history of cultivating dates in this desert region near Palm Springs. Stop here for a shake, have breakfast or lunch in the gardens, or just grab some dates and interesting date products. There’s also a movie theater at this location where you can see the film “Romance and Sex Life of the Date” for free.