Fairways, pools and mountain light in La Quinta
Curious what you will actually do when you live in La Quinta? If sunrise tee times, wandering desert galleries, and tackling rugged canyon trails sound like your kind of weekend, La Quinta might be your perfect match. This list of things to do will take you from fairways to foothills and give you a real feel for the city’s laid-back, luxury-leaning desert lifestyle.
What Will You Do in La Quinta?
From weekend adventures to iconic road trips, here's how locals spend their time off.
On a Saturday with perfect weather
Hit the trails at dawn before the sun turns personal
When the gals come to town for the weekend
Full spa day at a resort so fancy you forget what month it is
Dude hangout
Play 18, argue about handicaps, repeat
Rainy dreary day
Wander Old Town La Quinta pretending this weather is a novelty
Outdoorsy
Take on the Cove to Lake Cahuilla trail and earn that sunset
Fitness-oriented
Cycle the paths or let the mountains humble your cardio
If you're a shopaholic
Quick drive to El Paseo and goodbye to financial restraint
With your dog
La Quinta Dog Park where every pup acts like it owns a timeshare
Family-oriented
Lake Cahuilla fishing, picnics, and splash time without judgment
In need of a selfie
Santa Rosa peaks doing all the heavy lifting
You have to see this
The hidden cove oasis tucked inside those rugged hills
On a budget
Seasonal concerts at Civic Center Amphitheatre under the desert sky
My Favorite Local Spot in La Quinta
The twinkle lights and outdoor seating at Lavender Bistro are perfect for date night or birthday dinners with friends. Highly recommend the fresh baked apple tart with frangipane for dessert; the caramel sauce is divine and good enough to drink on its own.
La Quinta Local Expert
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