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Discover the hidden, quirky, offbeat, and captivating places that make the California desert unlike anywhere else.
From the stark beauty of Joshua Tree National Park to the fascinating shores of the Salton Sea, the California desert is filled with extraordinary places to explore. In Palm Springs and the Coachella Valley, feed the giraffes at the Living Desert Zoo and Gardens or escape the heat with a breathtaking ride on the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway.
Along the way, discover some of the desert’s most unusual attractions—from the world’s largest thermometer and enormous steel-and-concrete dinosaurs to a mysterious dome rumored to have been designed by aliens. We’ll also lead you to spectacular hiking trails in the desert’s state and national parks.
When it’s time to refuel, you’ll find our recommendations for cafes, restaurants, and shops scattered throughout the region. Whether you’re planning a weekend getaway, a road trip, or exploring the desert close to home, this concise guide will help you make the most of your time.
From the authors of Palm Springs Made Easy, San Diego Made Easy, Las Vegas Made Easy, and Southern California Made Easy.
Andy Herbach is the author of the "Eating & Drinking Series" of menu translators and restaurant guides, including "Eating & Drinking in Paris," "Eating & Drinking in Italy," and "Eating & Drinking in Spain and Portugal." Andy also writes "Paris Food Guide" and "Italy Food Guide" featuring sights, restaurants, wine bars, wine shops, food shops, and more.
He is also the author of the "Made Easy" travel guides, including: Unique & Hidden Paris, Paris Walks, Paris Made Easy, Amsterdam Made Easy, Barcelona Made Easy, Berlin Made Easy, Europe Made Easy, Gay Europe Made Easy, Italy Made Easy, Madrid & Toledo Made Easy, Nice and the French Riviera Made Easy, Oslo Made Easy, Provence Made Easy, Provence and the French Riviera Made Easy, Wales Made Easy, The Amazing California Desert, Palm Springs Made Easy, San Diego Made Easy, Southern California Made Easy, and Las Vegas Made Easy.
Andy is a lawyer and lives in Palm Springs, California.
You can follow him on facebook at Made Easy Travel Guides and Palm Springs Made Easy.