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Palm Springs

California, United States · North America

About Palm Springs

Palm Springs is worth a stop: 15 minutes from Cathedral City, 60km from Joshua Tree National Park.

Palm Springs is a town located in California, United States. With a population of 47,371, it is an important destination in North America.

On a road trip, Palm Springs sits in United States, where you drive on the right. It's in the America/Los Angeles time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Palm Springs to your route.

About Palm Springs

Palm Springs (Cahuilla: Séc-he) is a desert resort city in Riverside County, California, United States, within the Colorado Desert's Coachella Valley. The city covers approximately 94 square miles (240 km2), making it the largest city in Riverside County by land area. With multiple plots in checkerboard pattern, more

Read more than 10% of the city is part of the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians reservation land and is the administrative capital of the most populated reservation in California. The population of Palm Springs was 44,575 as of the 2020 census, but because Palm Springs is a retirement location and a winter snowbird destination, the city's population triples between November and March. The majority of the snowbirds are Canadians. The city is noted for its mid-century modern architecture, design elements, arts and cultural scene, and recreational activities.

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What are the best things to do in Palm Springs?

Palm Springs offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is Palm Springs located?

Palm Springs is located in California, United States, North America. The coordinates are 33.8303 latitude, -116.5453 longitude.

What is the population of Palm Springs?

Palm Springs has a population of approximately 47,371 people, making it a town in United States.

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Quick Information

Population
47,371
Continent
North America
Country
United States
Region
California
Timezone
America/Los_Angeles
Coordinates
33.8303, -116.5453

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Ambulance
911
Fire
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AAA roadside assistance: 1-800-222-4357. Right turn on red is legal in most states unless signed otherwise.

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Worth the detour from Palm Springs

2 notable places within an hour's drive.

landmark

The Ace Hotel & Swim Club

A desert hotspot in Palm Springs that regularly hosts car culture events and has become a gathering point for the vintage auto community.

0 km · about 5 min drive

national park

Joshua Tree National Park

Where the Mojave and Colorado deserts meet, featuring twisted Joshua trees and surreal boulder formations.

60 km · about 70 min drive

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Palm Springs.

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Idyllwild

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Sky Valley

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