Moorten Botanical Garden and Cactarium is a compact Palm Springs desert garden stop for cactus, desert plants, photos, and a lower-key outing near South Palm Canyon Drive. It is useful for visitors who want a distinct Palm Springs plant and desert-landscape experience without making a full hiking plan.
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Details
Address
1701 S Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs, CA 92264
Hours
Seasonal hours vary. The official contact page lists October through May daytime hours and reduced summer weekend hours; closed Wednesday in season.
Cost
Paid admission; official admission prices vary by adult, veteran, child, and under-5 categories.
Parking
Parking is available around the garden area; follow posted signs.
Moorten Botanical GardenPalm Springs - Parks & Outdoors - Moorten Botanical Garden and Cactarium is a compact Palm Springs desert garden stop for cactus, desert plants, photos, and a lower-key outing near South Palm Canyon Drive. It is useful for visitors who want a distinct Palm Springs plant and desert-landscape experience without making a full hiking plan.
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