Ultimate Solo Traveler Guide to Palm Springs

For solo travelers looking for the perfect getaway, Palm Springs is a desert oasis that caters to the independent traveler like no other. Whether you're seeking relaxation, adventure, or a bit of both, Palm Springs offers something special for solo explorers. A Safe and Welcoming Oasis for Solo…

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The Waterfalls of Palm Springs Canyons

Looking at the San Jacinto Mountains, you wouldn’t think water streams were tumbling over rocks and spilling into waterfalls across Palm, Andreas, Tahquitz, Murray, and Chino canyons. But the water does flow as it has for thousands of years, and we have access to see and experience this local beauty…

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The Museum Store, Agua Caliente Cultural Museum

Discover Authentic Native American Art and Stories The Agua Caliente Cultural Museum offers a rich, immersive experience into the history, heritage, and contemporary lives of the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians. Through exhibits, artifacts, and storytelling, the museum brings to life the…

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Guide to the Coffman Trail in Murray Canyon

The Coffman Trail in Murray Canyon, part of Indian Canyons, offers hikers a moderate challenge with a 400-foot elevation gain. Starting early in the morning is recommended to avoid the high afternoon temperatures, especially in mid-May. Starting Point Indian Canyons is located just a few miles…

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Discover Tahquitz Canyon

The Agua Caliente people, a vibrant and resourceful community, flourished in Tahquitz Canyon for millennia. They lived in perfect harmony with the area’s abundant wildlife, including rabbits, squirrels, lizards, snakes, and quail. Their sustenance was derived from honey mesquite beans, ground…

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Ultimate Guide to Exploring Native Palm Springs

Plan Your Experience The Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians has lived in the Palm Springs region “since time immemorial.” Their presence precedes written records, and their rich narratives have been passed down over thousands of years through oral tradition. As you visit native Palm Springs…

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Agua Caliente Tribe: A Brief History

The Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians is a federally recognized tribe of the Cahuilla Native American people. Their creation as a federally recognized entity can be traced to the early 19th century. This is a brief account of the Agua Caliente Tribe's history. Cahuilla Leadership Timeline Agua…

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A Journey Through Local Native History: Agua Caliente Cultural Museum

Connecting the Past and Present A visit to the Agua Caliente Cultural Museum begins with the words, “Welcome to Our Home.” Almost 48,000 square feet of permanent exhibit space on a 5.8-acre complex is dedicated to the Tribe’s collection of art and artifacts and a 360-degree animation theater telling…

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Welcome to the Tahquitz Canyon Visitor Center

Ancestors of the Agua Caliente people thrived in Tahquitz Canyon. As with the numerous canyons in the valley, they were able to hunt, gather and utilize the water to thrive in the Palm Springs area. Their village sites date back thousands of years. The Legend of Tahquitz Tahquitz was the first…

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