Name: Desert Mountains Art Fair
Start: 2026-01-03T09:00:00-08:00
Location: 51500 Highway 74, Palm Desert, CA 92260

51500 Highway 74, Palm Desert, CA 92260

Join us at our monthly Desert Mountains Art Fair! Mediums may include photography, paintings, ceramics, hand painted silks, and more.
Support local artists and find beautiful and unique gifts and desert mementos, all while enjoying the natural beauty of our desert mountains!
For more information contact the Visitor Center at 760-862-9984 or Friends of the Desert Mountains at 760-568-9918.
Sponsored by the Santa Rosa &amp; San Jacinto Mountains National Monument Visitor Center in partnership with Friends of the Desert Mountains.

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Our experienced Friends’ birding volunteer docent will share interesting facts about the Coachella Valley native species and other migratory birds found in the National Monument. We begin the search for our feathered friends in their native desert habitat at the new observation area. Then onto the Ed Hastey Garden Walk (paved) and tortoise habitat areas. From the parking area, we will take a short walk on the Randall Henderson Trail to check out the lower sandy wash area where other birds may be found. Total walking distance about 1.0 mile.
Bring your binoculars, 1 liter of water, sun hat, sunscreen, and camera. Sorry, no dogs are allowed for this event.
RSVP required. Check-in 15 minutes prior to start time.RSVP HERE:&nbsp; <a href="https://www.desertmountains.org/event/birding-walk-about-at-the-monument-visitor-center-3/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">desertmountains.org/event/birding-walk-about-at-the-monument-visitor-center-3/</a>
View UTM/Map coordinates: <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/Santa+Rosa+and+San+Jacinto+Mountains+National+Monument+Visitor+Center/@33.6716537,-116.4087363,904m/data=!3m2!1e3!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x80daffd013efa759:0x66ccd52035913461!8m2!3d33.6716537!4d-116.4087363!16s%2Fg%2F11bwqbzck8?entry=ttu&amp;g_ep=EgoyMDI1MDkwNy4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">33.67149, -116.40839&nbsp;</a>
For more information contact Friends of the Desert Mountains 760-568-9918 or the Visitor Center at 760-862-9984.
A suggested non-refundable donation of $5.00 per person is appreciated and encouraged to support our volunteer programs.
Ticket reservations begin 2 weeks prior to the event and will be published at that time.

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La Quinta Cove Trails Parking Lot, Calle Tecate & Avenida Bermudas, La Quinta, CA 92253 

Experience a hike by moonlight! See the beauty of the shadows and wash of moonlight over our mountains. We will be looking for all types of night creatures along the trail. Our astronomers will have their telescope set-up to view the night sky.
This is a family friendly easy 3-mile loop hike with 150 feet elevation gain. The trail is 6 feet wide at the beginning and narrows to 2 feet wide with cobbled, uneven desert terrain. Bring 1 liter of water per person, headlamp or flashlight and wear closed-toed shoes. Sorry, no dogs allowed on this trail.
RSVP required. Check-in begins 15 minutes prior to your group’s departure time.RSVP&nbsp;HERE:&nbsp; <a href="https://www.desertmountains.org/event/la-quinta-full-moon-hike-4/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">desertmountains.org/event/la-quinta-full-moon-hike-4/</a>
View map/UTM coordinates: <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/33%C2%B038'56.3%22N+116%C2%B018'33.6%22W/@33.648969,-116.3115127,777m/data=!3m2!1e3!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x0:0xf57168bd7fbbc64e!8m2!3d33.648969!4d-116.309324" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">33.648969, -116.309324</a>
For more information contact the Friends of the Desert Mountains at 760-568-9918 or the National Monument Visitor Center at 760-862-9984.
A suggested non-refundable donation of $5.00 per person is appreciated and encouraged to support our volunteer programs.
Ticket reservations begin 1 week prior to the event and will be published at that time.

Local Event: La Quinta Full Moon Hike

La Quinta Full Moon Hike

Experience a hike by moonlight! See the beauty of the shadows and wash of moonlight over our mountains. We will be looking for...

La Quinta Cove Trails Parking Lot, Calle Tecate & Avenida Bermudas, La Quinta, CA 92253

DUE TO FORECAST HEAVY CLOUD COVER, THIS EVENT IS CANCELLED.Friends of the Desert Mountains volunteer astronomers will be setting up their telescopes and are inviting you to their “star party”. A clear night sky offers an ever-changing display of fascinating objects to see — stars, constellations, bright planets, a full moon, and sometimes special events like meteor showers or an eclipse. While observing the night sky, occasionally we might see the international space station moving over the Coachella Valley.
This event is wheelchair accessible with compacted dirt surfaces.
Stop by any time between 7:30pm and 9:30pm.
NOTE: CHECK WEATHER BEFORE DEPARTING, THIS EVENT WILL BE CANCELED FOR HEAVY CLOUD COVER, WIND OR RAIN.
View map/UTM coordinates: <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/33%C2%B038'56.3%22N+116%C2%B018'33.6%22W/@33.648969,-116.3115127,777m/data=!3m2!1e3!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x0:0xf57168bd7fbbc64e!8m2!3d33.648969!4d-116.309324" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">33.648969, -116.309324</a>
For more information contact the Friends of the Desert Mountains at 760-568-9918 or the National Monument Visitor Center at 760-862-9984.
A suggested non-refundable donation of $5.00 per person is appreciated and encouraged to support our volunteer programs.
Ticket reservations begin 1 week prior to the event and will be published at that time. 
RSVP&nbsp;HERE:&nbsp; <a href="https://www.desertmountains.org/event/night-sky-star-observations-la-quinta-10/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">desertmountains.org/event/night-sky-star-observations-la-quinta-10/</a>

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CANCELLED: Night Sky Star Observations – La Quinta

DUE TO FORECAST HEAVY CLOUD COVER, THIS EVENT IS CANCELLED.Friends of the Desert Mountains volunteer astronomers will be...

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Póngase las botas de montaña para una caminata bajo la luna llena en el sendero Indio Hills. Mientras nos embarcamos en esta caminata, la luz de la luna proyecta sombras encantadoras sobre el terreno desértico. El cielo estará brillantemente iluminado para que las criaturas del desierto puedan corretear.
Esta aventura familiar ofrece una caminata manejable de 2 millas ida y vuelta con un desnivel mínimo. Traiga sus bastones de senderismo para tener estabilidad al subir a la cresta y, por supuesto, mucha agua para cada miembro de la familia.
Los astrónomos instalarán sus telescopios para observar las estrellas, añadiendo un toque extra de magia a su experiencia nocturna en el desierto.
Se requiere confirmación. Regístrese 15 minutos antes de la hora de salida.RSVP&nbsp;Aqui:&nbsp; <a href="https://www.desertmountains.org/event/excursion-bajo-la-luna-llena-en-el-sendero-indio-hills-9/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">desertmountains.org/event/excursion-bajo-la-luna-llena-en-el-sendero-indio-hills-9/</a>
Haga clic aquí para ver el mapa/coordenadas UTM: <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/33%C2%B044'39.3%22N+116%C2%B011'57.8%22W/@33.744235,-116.2045358,16z/data=!4m4!3m3!8m2!3d33.744235!4d-116.199386?entry=ttu" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">33.744235, -116.199386</a>
Para obtener más información, comuníquese con Friends al 760-568-9918.
Se agradece y sugiere una donación no reembolsable de $5.00 por persona para apoyar nuestros programas voluntariados.
Las reservas de boletos comienzan una semana antes del evento y se publicará en ese momento.

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Randall Henderson Trailhead, 51500 Highway 74, Palm Desert, CA 

As you walk the desert trails, have you noticed the holes and wondered who made them? Explore the Randall Henderson Trail with our volunteer docent leaders to learn the difference between burrows and holes, and the importance of these to the delicate balance of the environment. We will be looking for clues as to the inhabitants as we hike.
Hike rating is easy for both the 3 loops/2.5 miles OR the 2 loops/1.5 miles of trail. Elevation gain for the 3 loops is 350 feet. While elevation gain for 2 loops is 250 feet. Sorry no dogs are allowed on this trail. Bring snacks and 2 liters of water per person. Wear close-toed shoes, sun hat and sunscreen.
RSVP is required. Check-in begins 15 minutes prior to start time.RSVP&nbsp;HERE:&nbsp; <a href="https://www.desertmountains.org/event/who-made-that-hole/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">desertmountains.org/event/who-made-that-hole/</a>
Please note: We will meet at the Randall Henderson Trailhead parking lot located at the Visitor Center. View map/UTM coordinates directions for trailhead location: <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/33%C2%B040'12.7%22N+116%C2%B024'24.8%22W/@33.6701944,-116.4068889,822m/data=!3m2!1e3!4b1!4m4!3m3!8m2!3d33.6701944!4d-116.4068889?entry=ttu&amp;g_ep=EgoyMDI1MTExNy4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">33.670193, -116.406895</a>&nbsp;
For more information contact Friends of the Desert Mountains 760-568-9918 or the Visitor Center at 760-862-9984.
A suggested non-refundable donation of $5.00 per person is appreciated and encouraged to support our volunteer programs.
Ticket reservations begin 2 weeks prior to the event and will be published at that time.

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Rancho Mirage City Hall Parking Lot, 69825 California 111, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270 

Grab your hiking boots and join Friends of the Desert Mountains volunteer docents on a full moon hike on the lower portion of the Chuckwalla Trail. You will experience the views of our desert mountains in the amazing wash of moonlight and shadows, as well as the urban night lights of the Coachella Valley.
This is a family friendly easy 2-mile hike with 350 feet of elevation gain. The trail is narrow, 2 feet wide and has 1-steep incline with cobbled desert terrain. Bring 1-2 liters of water per person, headlamp or flashlight and wear close-toed shoes. No dogs allowed for this event.
RSVP is required. Check-in begins 15 minutes prior to departure time.RSVP&nbsp;HERE:&nbsp; <a href="https://www.desertmountains.org/event/rancho-mirage-chuckwalla-trail-full-moon-hike-9/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">desertmountains.org/event/rancho-mirage-chuckwalla-trail-full-moon-hike-9/</a>
View map/UTM coordinates: <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/33%C2%B046'15.9%22N+116%C2%B026'54.2%22W/@33.7710754,-116.4494787,393m/data=!3m1!1e3!4m5!3m4!1s0x0:0xddc9c1c53730abec!8m2!3d33.771071!4d-116.448379" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">33.771071, -116.448379</a>
For more information contact Friends of the Desert Mountains at 760-568-9918 or the Visitor Center at 760-862-9984.
A suggested non-refundable donation of $5.00 per person is appreciated and encouraged to support our volunteer programs.
Ticket reservations begin 1 week prior to the event and will be published at that time.

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