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The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens

Palm Springs, California

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The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens

The 1200-acre Living Desert Zoo and Gardens features wild animal species from the desert environments of North America and Africa. The Living Desert's mission is to preserve and educate about the desert species.

Useful Information

  • Address: 47900 Portola Avenue, Palm Desert
  • Email: social@livingdesert.org
  • Phone: +1 760 346 5694
  • More Info: www.livingdesert.org
  • Opening House: Sun–Sat 8am–1:30pm
  • More Info: https://www.facebook.com/TheLivingDesert

Do & See

With tourism at the heart of Palm Springs' economy, you know there will be plenty to do during your visit. Warm temperatures throughout the year draw over one million visitors to Palm Springs each year and make it a popular destination for outdoor activities like hiking, horseback riding, and swimming pools. Golf is also popular, with over 100 golf courses in the area.

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