Top Palm Springs Outdoor Activities - page 3

No day in Joshua Tree National Park is ever wasted, but it’s best experienced on foot, with a local to deepen the experience. On this full-day hike, you’ll follow a seasoned guide through the park—picking a trek suitable for your group—learning about the region’s flora and fauna, human history, and feeling the desert’s energy and artistic vibes. You’ll leave having had a hiking adventure and a connection with Mother Nature.

Take a leisurely bike ride in the desert. This guided mountain bike tour will take you down a gentle grade along the San Andreas Fault where the Mojave Desert transitions into the Colorado Desert. Enjoy beautiful views of the desert landscape as you pedal along the paved path.

A safe introduction to paintball shooting, great for both kids and adults. Enjoy shooting a paintball gun at targets at our paintball target shooting range located close to the Coyote Dry Lake in Joshua Tree, CA. We've selected fun targets to shoot and we will show you a quick demonstration of how to hold and fire a paintball gun, how to use the safety, and how to load the paintballs. The instructor will be close by if you have any questions. If you would like additional paintballs you can purchase more at the range. This is not a paintball arena, you will not be shooting a people but rather at targets which will be set up for you. This is an easy activity that people of all ages can enjoy.

Step back in time with a guided walking tour of Pioneertown, a living, breathing 1880s-themed town built in the 1940s for Hollywood Westerns. Explore iconic Mane Street, visit the Pioneertown Film Museum, and have history come alive right before your eyes. This tour covers classic movie sets, rustic shops, and the famous Red Dog Saloon. This tour is ideal for movie buffs and history enthusiasts looking for a quick, immersive experience of the High Desert's wild west heritage. Tour Highlights (45 Minutes): -Mane Street Stroll: Walk the dusty main street featuring facades from classic films, including the bank and jail. -Historical Filming Locations: Learn about 1950s Westerns like The Cowboy and the Indians that were filmed on location. -Pioneertown Film Museum & Shops: Brief stop to see movie memorabilia and browse local crafts. -Red Dog Saloon & Pappy & Harriet’s: Glimpse the famous spots that define modern Pioneertown culture.

Explore California's Best with Shaka Guide's California Audio Tour Bundle! Discover Lake Tahoe's clear waters, Joshua Tree's otherworldly landscapes, Yosemite's majestic beauty, Death Valley's unique geology, and many more! With our GPS audio tours, you're guided to hidden gems and iconic sights. Explore at your own pace and let the journey begin! Whether you're traversing the serene landscapes of Lake Tahoe, exploring the unique desert terrain of Joshua Tree, marveling at the stark beauty of Death Valley, or admiring the majestic peaks and waterfalls of Yosemite, Shaka Guide ensures a rich and informative journey. Book your California adventure today! *Download the Shaka Guide app to access your purchased tours.*

***due to high heat 10am hikes might be canceled. We can discuss what that looks like if you decided to book a 10am hike at this time.*** Join us for an exciting adventure in the stunning landscapes of Joshua Tree, CA, USA. Explore the diverse flora and fauna that call this unique desert ecosystem home and learn about some geology, as well. Guided by a certified California Naturalist who will lead you on a journey through the desert, pointing out interesting plants, animals, and geological formations along the way. Get ready to be amazed by the natural beauty of Joshua Tree! The hike is around 2 miles round trip. While most of the hike is flat, be prepared to hike sandy, gravelly, and lightly hilly terrain. Midweek tours often only have one group/family so you may get a private tour! Please note: All attendees must sign a liability release form in order to attend. Please bring the signed form(s) with you.

Escape into the enchanting desert and unlock its transformative magic. Island Tribe Wellness presents curated experiences in a safe and therapeutic sanctuary, allowing you to connect with the desert's healing vastness. Amidst ample space and time, discover your true essence, release limitations, and be reborn anew. This immersive 1.5 hour hour journey is tailored to liberate, heal, and reconnect you with your inner self. Experience the power of Sound Therapy and Breathwork to release blocked energies and trauma. Energize your being with Energy Balancing Yoga, transitioning into serene stillness. Embrace relaxation and embark on this profound Desert Healing Experience. Reserve your place today.

Fully immersive experience with discussions on the local flora/fauna, geology, geography and cultural/historical significance. Uninterrupted views, ideal for selfie/photo ops. Local knowledgeable guide who is passionate about sharing the beauty of Joshua Tree.

We start this experience with a beautiful desert nature walk at one of the hidden gems inside the JT national park. The trail we visit offers a 1.4 mile loop, friendly for all age ranges/activity levels. Designed to activate the mind and body, the landscape offers the ideal space to discuss the local flora, fauna, geology, geography, as well as, the elemental energies and how they converge in Joshua Tree creating a natural energetic vortex. Allowing time to relax the mind, settling deeper into nature through meditation, along with, establishing personal intentions with Cacao, followed by the charging powers of sound vibrations to further connect with our intentions. Using a variety of instruments/sound frequencies designed to heighten the meditative state. A safe space to fully immerse in the healing qualities of sound, therapeutic properties of nature and the abundance of the moment.

This sunrise hike in the San Jacinto Mountains has a beautiful resting stop with stunning views of the Coachella Valley. Here, your guide will lead you through a grounding meditation to help set your intention for the day. Before you get there, you'll watch the sunrise over Indian Canyons and enjoy the nature in Oswitz Canyon. This hike and meditation will help you feel refreshed, relaxed, and connected to the Earth and universe

Explore Joshua Tree in a unique and interactive way when you book this exciting guide-designed scavenger hunt. Talk to locals about fun subjects, go on a hunt for art and local stories, and make new memories with your team. Every game turns out different—a co-creation between you and your interactive host. For families, kids do well on adult-led teams.

The only guided Caves and Corridors experience in Joshua Tree National Park Explore named secret passages including the Chasm of Doom and Hall of Horrors and exclusive Summit routes: Misdirect, Mad Hatter and the Great Chasm Rated using the Summit Squeeze Scale know exactly how tight each passage gets before you enter Small groups of 4 maximum for a personalized, unhurried experience No climbing experience required accessible to anyone comfortable with hiking Discover a side of Joshua Tree that most visitors never see All safety equipment provided; certified professional guide throughout

Experience Palm Springs on a guided electric bike tour. Ride comfortably through some of the city’s most recognizable neighborhoods while learning about the celebrities, architects, homes, and landmarks that helped make Palm Springs famous. Meet your guide and hop on your premium electric bike. Set off on a 16-mile route that allows you to cover much more of Palm Springs than you could on foot without the effort of a traditional bicycle tour. Make multiple stops at interesting locations connected to Palm Springs history, including famous celebrity homes, architectural landmarks, the Movie Colony, memorable photo opportunities, and other hidden gems you might otherwise miss. Tours are designed to feel personal rather than rushed, with knowledgeable local guides, small groups, safety equipment, and plenty of opportunities to stop, take photos, ask questions, and enjoy the surroundings.

Get up close and personal with the Mojave Desert's rugged, striking scenery—and enjoy an adventurous, outdoorsy experience—on this small-group all-terrain vehicle tour. Make your own way to the Helendale departure point, attend a detailed safety briefing, and grab your gear, including gloves and helmets outfitted with intercoms. Then, follow your guide on a 28-mile loop through the desert, over dirt, sand, and rocky terrain.

Joshua Tree National Park is a rock climbers paradise, with more than 9,000 routes. Let our certified climbing guides and Wilderness First Responders show you a memorable private rappelling adventure in some of their favorite spots in the park. It doesn't matter what experience level you are, we will create a great trip just for you.

With over 9,000 climbing routes in Joshua Tree National Park, there’s legitimately a climbing route for everyone, from ages 2 to 80, from absolute beginner to total pro, from the tiniest feet on up. With your guide picking the best spot for your family, you and the kids—down to your toddler—will hit the crags, going on the ultimate hands-on adventure together.

To truly see Joshua Tree National Park and feel the Mojave Desert’s magic—artists and visionaries flock here, after all—travel in the footsteps of a local guide and naturalist. On this private tour, you’ll follow what feels like an expert friend, discussing flora, fauna, geology, history, and more of this vast, wondrous, storied park. Totally customizable to your group, you’ll go beyond the guidebooks, leaving the park with connection and appreciation.

Avoid the rush of a guided tour and explore Palm Desert with just your group. Each session is aided by an interactive remote host, who sends challenges to participants via an app. When the challenges are accomplished, the team scores points. Check your status against competitors on the app’s international leaderboard. This handcrafted adventure is part tour, part detective hunt, part social experiment, and part creative challenge, with lots of fun in between.

With over 9,000 climbing routes in Joshua Tree, this national park offers some of the best rock-climbing in the country—and on this tour, you’ll go right to a spot (or spots!) perfect for you. Working with your guide, you’ll take to the rocks, going well beyond the crowds. No matter your skill level, from beginner to veteran climber, you’ll go for an extraordinary vertical adventure.

Joshua Tree and the Mojave Desert are magical spots best experienced when you don't have to race to get back to the car before dark. The natural desert rhythms and clear light provide a much needed relief from the daily grind. This intimate experience can work by having a basecamp or starting in one location and camping at night in another. From there we can explore whatever rock, canyon, or peak that piques our interest.

Joshua Tree National Park offers some of the best rock-climbing in the national park system—there are over 9,000 climbing routes in the park alone, with options for beginners, not-so-beginners, and absolute pros. On this tour, you’ll work with certified climbing guides to choose the route that’s best for you, spending a half-day climbing, summitting, rappelling, and getting to know this beloved national park with your own two hands.

Delve into a transformative experience with the Mayan Cacao Ceremony in Palm Springs. This two-hour ritual invites you to connect with your inner self through the sacred tradition of cacao, enhancing your self-awareness and healing journey. Participants will engage in a deep sound bath, breath-work, and light yoga, guiding you from movement into a tranquil stillness. Set your intentions and embrace a space of liberation and connection, making it a perfect opportunity for personal growth and reflection.

Download GuideAlong’s self-guided audio walking tour of Hidden Valley Nature Trail and explore Joshua Tree National Park’s most popular hike. Walk the short, scenic 1-mile loop through a secluded desert basin surrounded by towering walls to see the eerie Chasm of Doom slot canyon and hardy nolina plants with spring blooms like popcorn. Along the way, hear tales of fearless climbers, conservation heroes, and legends like the mysterious Yucca Man play automatically as you walk. Enjoy the freedom to explore offline at your own pace, spending more time at places that interest you. Stories, tips, and directions play automatically based on your location Travel at your own pace Tour offline using GPS. No cell service or WiFi is needed Suggested itineraries for half, full, or multi-day use No time limits or expiry, and free updates Like having a personal guide by your side on every step Purchase one tour per person, or listen together by sharing headphones or a speaker.

Download GuideAlong’s self-guided audio tour bundle for the US Pacific Coastline, featuring 16 tours including 17-Mile Drive, Big Sur, Yosemite, Joshua Tree, Sequoia & Kings Canyon, Sonoma & Napa Valley, Olympic, Mount Rainier, Crater Lake, Oregon Coast, Redwood, and more. Discover coastal drives, redwood forests, volcanoes, alpine peaks, and national parks with GPS-triggered stories that play automatically offline as you explore by car and on foot. Enjoy the freedom to explore offline at your own pace, spending more time at places that interest you and bypassing any that don’t. Stories, tips, and directions play automatically based on your location Travel at your own pace Tour offline using GPS. No cell service or WiFi is needed Suggested itineraries for half, full, or multi-day use No time limits or expiry, and free updates Like having a tour guide along for the drive Purchase one tour per vehicle.