10 Visitor Centers in California Desert That You Shouldn't Miss

The NASA Goldstone Visitor's Center is located on the second floor of the Historic Harvey House. At the Visitor's Center you will find exhibits of the missions of NASA's Deep Space Network. These exhibits are for the enrichment and enjoyment of all.

Conveniently located inside Palm Desert City Hall, make Palm Desert Visitor Services your first stop for whatever you need to enjoy your stay in the desert. Need information? You'll find one of the Valley's most comprehensive selection of maps, hiking and biking guides, magazines, brochures and more available to be picked up--free of charge--from our extensive literature displays. Have questions or need a local's perspective? Our helpful and knowledgeable staff are true experts on the area, and will gladly share their insight with you.

The Santa Rosa and San Jacinto Mountains rise from the desert floor, reaching an elevation of 10,834 feet at the summit of Mount San Jacinto. Providing a picturesque backdrop to local communities, the National Monument contributes to the Coachella Valley's lure as a popular resort and retirement community. It is also a desirable backcountry destination that can be accessed via trails from both the valley floor and the alpine village of Idyllwild. The Monument was created on October 24, 2000 and is a cooperative effort of the Bureau of Land Management, the US Forest Service, and the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians, state agencies and local governments. The Visitor Center has exhibits on desert wildlife and cultural history, provides information on the Monument hiking trails and vistas. The Friends of the Desert Mountains volunteers operate a gift shop and bookstore at the Visitor Center and also offer hikes, lectures, and host classroom programs and projects.

We're your friendly neighborhood Chamber of Commerce here to help the wonderful visitors and community members that stroll through our doors everyday. We invite you to become a member of the Twentynine Palms Chamber of Commerce. The Chamber is made up of local and area business owners and citizens who work to improve the local business climate and further develop the economic base in our community. Volunteer Directors guide the Chamber while staff members carry out the Board's vision in day-to-day operations. Investment in the Chamber of Commerce signifies a desire to succeed in business and to improve the community in which we work and live. Member benefits include many opportunities to promote your business as well as services designed to reduce your business costs. As a member of the Chamber of Commerce, you will be given advertising opportunities, referrals to your business, a free basic listing on the Twentynine Palms Chamber of Commerce website, and more! The Chamber Board of Directors meets every 3rd Thursday of the month at our downtown offices, located at 73484 Twentynine Palms Highway. You are invited and encouraged to attend.