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Palm Desert, CA

Palm Desert, CA

Where to stay in Palm Desert

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Best Western Palm Desert, a dog-friendly hotel in Palm Desert, California

Best Western Palm Desert

The Best Western Plus Palm Desert Resort in Palm Desert, Riverside County, offers a sunny retreat near Joshua Tree National Park. With 365 days of sunshine, this dog-friendly…

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Comfort Suites Palm Desert, a dog-friendly hotel in Palm Desert, California

Comfort Suites Palm Desert

Comfort Suites Palm Desert offers spacious, dog-friendly suites in the Coachella Valley, with easy access to shopping, golf, and desert recreation.

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Emerald Desert RV Resort

Emerald Desert RV Resort is a five-star resort with endless amenities including a pool, spa, pickleball courts, and a fitness center.

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Holiday Inn Palm Desert, a dog-friendly hotel in Palm Desert, California

Holiday Inn Palm Desert

Holiday Inn Express Palm Desert is centrally located near El Paseo shopping with convenient access to trails and city amenities.

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Homewood Suites by Hilton

Homewood Suites by Hilton Palm Springs offers apartment-style suite accommodations with full kitchens for extended desert stays with dogs.

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Where to eat & drink in Palm Desert

Restaurants, wineries & patios that welcome dogs

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Backstreet Bistro, a dog-friendly restaurant in Palm Desert, California

Backstreet Bistro

In Palm Desert, Backstreet Bistro offers a charming Tuscan-inspired dining experience just a stone's throw away from the bustling El Paseo scene.

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Café des Beaux Arts

The premiere Parisian-style French restaurant located in Palm Desert, near Palm Springs, CA opened in 1993.

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Desert Beer Company

Desert Beer Company in Palm Desert is a casual craft beer spot with a dog-friendly patio and knowledgeable staff.

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Fisherman's Market & Grill, a dog-friendly restaurant in Palm Desert, California

Fisherman’s Market & Grill

Fisherman's Market & Grill in Palm Desert, Riverside County, sets the gold standard for quality and freshness in the seafood restaurant industry.

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Fresh Agave Mexican, a dog-friendly restaurant in Palm Desert, California

Fresh Agave Mexican

Fresh Agave Mexican Bar & Grill, situated in Palm Desert, offers a delightful blend of traditional and contemporary Mexican cuisine crafted with the finest ingredients.

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Trails, parks & water in Palm Desert

Hikes, dog parks, off-leash spots & beaches

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Civic Center Dog Park, a dog-friendly dog park in Palm Desert, California

Civic Center Dog Park

The largest of Palm Desert's parks, Civic Center Park is the City's recreational showpiece that serves as a popular gathering place for a wide array of public activities…

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Cross Loop Trail, a dog-friendly hiking trail in Palm Desert, California

Cross Loop Trail

The Cross Loop Trail in Palm Desert has become a local landmark.

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Homestead Trail, a dog-friendly hiking trail in Palm Desert, California

Homestead Trail

The Homestead Trail, also known as The Cross Hike, is a moderate three-mile hike up to the Palm Desert Cross features beautiful views of Coachella Valley.

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Homme/Adams Park Loop, a dog-friendly hiking trail in Palm Desert, California

Homme/Adams Park Loop

Homme/Adams Park Loop near Palm Desert is a straightforward 2.2-mile flat loop with an off-leash area at the base for dog runs.

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Joe Mann Dog Park, a dog-friendly dog park in Palm Desert, California

Joe Mann Dog Park

The dog park is tucked in the rear of the park and is fully fenced

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Local services in Palm Desert

Vets, groomers & boarding

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Barkingham Pet Hotel, a dog-friendly pet boarding facility in Palm Desert, California

Barkingham Pet Hotel

Barkingham Pet Hotel in Palm Desert has been a locally owned boarding and grooming operation since 2011 with a reputation for individualized care.

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BrightHaven

BrightHaven is a non-profit animal rescue and hospice in Palm Desert specializing in senior, disabled, and chronically ill animals.

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California Paws Rescue, Palm Desert

California Paws Rescue

California Paws Rescue is a 501(c)(3) based in Palm Desert that has been placing abandoned and surrendered animals since 2011.

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Country Club Animal Clinic, Palm Desert

Country Club Animal Clinic

Country Club Animal Clinic, owned by Dr. Lillian Roberts, is a leading veterinary facility in Palm Desert, Riverside County. Dr.

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Animal Hospital of Desert, Palm Desert

Animal Hospital of Desert

Animal Hospital of Desert has been providing quality veterinary services including diagnostics, wellness vaccinations, boarding, grooming and treatment of illnesses and injuries to pets for more than 10…

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ADA accessible dog-friendly trails in Southern California

ADA accessible dog-friendly trails in Southern California

Southern California's diverse landscape -- from mountain lakes to desert oases to coastal bluffs -- offers a surprising number of paved and accessible trails where handlers with mobility needs and their dogs can enjoy the outdoors together. Whether we're talking about a boardwalk through a…

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Fetch the perfect spring escape in Greater Palm Springs

Fetch the perfect spring escape in Greater Palm Springs

Spring is the perfect time to explore Greater Palm Springs with your pup — mild temperatures, desert blooms, and dog-friendly trails, hotels, and patios. Our guide covers Mission Creek, Whitewater, La Quinta Resort, Boozehounds and more, plus how to time your spring visit to keep…

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New year, new adventures in Greater Palm Springs

New year, new adventures in Greater Palm Springs

Greater Palm Springs pairs dog-friendly desert hikes with sun-soaked patios and pet-welcoming hotels. Start the morning on the Bump and Grind Trail, stroll midcentury neighborhoods in the afternoon, then wind down at a brewery where your dog is always welcome.

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A Greater Palm Springs dog-friendly itinerary for four-legged fun

A Greater Palm Springs dog-friendly itinerary for four-legged fun

A dog-friendly day-and-night itinerary for Greater Palm Springs — morning trails at Whitewater or Homme/Adams, El Paseo strolling, Moorten Botanical Garden, pool-side afternoons, and patio dinners at Boozehounds or Jake's. Plus ideas to stretch it into a full weekend.

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Furry friend(ly) dining: Enjoy Greater Palm Springs dog-friendly restaurants

Furry friend(ly) dining: Enjoy Greater Palm Springs dog-friendly restaurants

Greater Palm Springs is packed with dog-friendly patios where tails wag as happily as forks. From Boozehounds' dedicated dog menu to relaxed brunch spots with sunny sidewalk seating, this desert oasis makes dining with your four-legged foodie effortless.

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Escape your ordinary in Greater Palm Springs

Escape your ordinary in Greater Palm Springs

In Greater Palm Springs, every day is an invitation to adventure for you and your dog, with scenic hiking trails, sun-drenched patios, and a variety of pet-friendly hotels and vacation rentals. In Greater Palm Springs, every day is an invitation to adventure.

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