Almost surrounded by the Santa Rosa Mountains and situated on the valley floor of the Coachella Valley, La Quinta combines striking landscapes with culture and cuisine. You can plan your stay around hiking trails in La Quinta Cove, exhibitions at the La Quinta Museum or the Sunday Farmers Market. There are also restaurants and cafés in Old Town La Quinta, as well as golf as another travel theme.
Trails and Landscapes
La Quinta’s trail network runs through dunes, mountain slopes and desert landscapes. In La Quinta Cove, trails pass through preserved natural landscapes and offer spectacular mountain views. The Boo Hoff Trail is an 8.5-mile route in La Quinta’s natural areas. When planning your days, you can consider how much time you’d like to spend on the trails and in the landscapes, and which route interests you.
Lake Cahuilla and Outdoor Activities
Lake Cahuilla is a 710-acre park that offers camping, fishing, hiking and horseback riding. The Cove to Lake Trail leads to the waters of Lake Cahuilla. Along with the trail to the water, there are several other activities to consider. You can plan around whether you’re interested in hiking, fishing, camping or horseback riding, without trying to fit all these options into a single itinerary item.
History and Culture at the La Quinta Museum
The La Quinta Museum presents La Quinta’s history and cultural art through exhibitions on two floors. Exhibits include dioramas of a Cahuilla village and native animals. If you’re interested in local history, these specific subjects offer an additional way to engage with the museum’s themes. The combination of history, art and dioramas makes a museum visit a different kind of discovery from exploring the trails through the landscape.
Farmers Market and Old Town
The La Quinta Farmers Market is a weekly event featuring local farmers, chefs and artisans, and takes place every Sunday. It offers fresh produce, baked goods, premium olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Holiday hours may vary; if you’re planning to visit the market, check the date and hours before your trip. On Main Street in Old Town La Quinta, restaurants and cafés serve farm-to-table dishes, local craft beers, and regional and international wines. These offer two different approaches to planning your meals: the market puts produce and crafts at the center, while the restaurants and cafés offer prepared food and drinks.
Golf in La Quinta
La Quinta has long hosted the PGA Tour’s American Express Golf Tournament. A scenic golf course with a layout designed by Pete Dye features elevated greens, bunkers and mountain views. So both a long-standing connection to the tournament and specific golf course features are among the things you can consider when planning your trip.
If you’re looking for hotels in La Quinta, first decide whether hiking trails, the museum, the market and dining, or golf will be the focus of your stay.
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