5 Things You Must Do in Yucca Valley

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Yucca Valley is located in the Joshua Tree National Park. Though technically a desert, its elevation is high—3300 feet—so the weather is temperate and the air is clear. The town has the benefit of the small town atmosphere, but it is a short drive away from many famous spots.

1. Visit the Hi-Desert Nature Museum: Take the kids here to find out about the history of Yucca and the fascinating aspects of its natural surroundings. Exhibits change throughout the year, but this is always a great place to bring the family and appreciate the region.

2. Take a short drive down to Palm Springs: If you like the peace and quite of Yucca Valley but want to experience the nightlife too, take yourself down to nearby Palm Springs for some quality shopping and dining. Watch out for the heat!

3. Take a hike: Yucca’s friendly weather and extremely rare storms allow for a variety of hiking, camping, and whatever else you’d like to do outside.

4. Joshua Tree National Park: Discover the majestic scenery of Joshua Tree, home of Yucca Valley. There are endless hiking trails, fascinating species of wildlife, and campgrounds that make staying here easy and inspiring.

5. Coachella Music Festival: Happening only once, a year, this festival in nearby Coachella brings a diverse and exciting collection of bands and artists to perform in the summer heat. Experience the unique explosion of music and art just below Yucca Valley.