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Covered wagon adventure & bbq, most popular tour & the complete experience.
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Experience an Adventure through the Sonoran Desert and along the Canyons of the San Andreas Fault on a Covered Wagon! Relax and enjoy the ride as you venture into a pristine wilderness preserve, accompanied by a knowledgeable naturalist guide who will entertain and educate you about the geological canyon landscapes and natural palm oases. Discover the diverse plant life and wildlife that thrive in this oasis desert wilderness. Keep an eye out for fascinating creatures like Owls, Hawks, Reptiles, and Coyotes during the tour. Gain insights into the local Cahuilla "Native American" Culture and their historical presence in this area. Delve into the early Pioneer History and learn about the stagecoach stops in this remote desert region. Embark on a guided nature walk along the trails shaped by the San Andreas Fault.
Upon returning to the ranch, you will be greeted with live western music and the aroma of a chuck-wagon BBQ. Enjoy the desert sunset and expansive mountains from one of the finest viewpoints in the Coachella Valley. The evening continues with a choice of activities including a barn dance (with easy-to-learn steps and lessons provided), outdoor games, live music, and a delicious BBQ Dinner complete with all the fixings. Our menu typically includes mouthwatering options like slow cooked Brisket or Tri-tip, BBQ Chicken, Mashed Potatoes, Country Coleslaw, Cowboy Beans, and Fresh Breads. To satisfy your sweet tooth, indulge in warm apple pie topped with whipped cream. Conclude the evening by dancing or simply gathering around a glowing campfire, roasting marshmallows under the starry sky!
A Covered Wagon Adventure will be a highlighted experience during your visit to greater Palm Springs, offering the most enjoyable way to immerse yourself in our desert culture. Don't forget to bring your friends and family along! We are eagerly looking forward to hosting you and creating lasting memories that will be cherished for a lifetime.
- Includes: Covered Wagon Tour, Live Music, Dancing, Games, Catered Chuck Wagon BBQ & Dessert, Firepits and Roasting Marshmallows!
- Duration: 3 hours (From ranch arrival)
- Cost: $119 Adult (15 and over) / $89 Child (4 – 14 yrs) / Free Toddlers (0-3 yrs)
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Embark on a one-of-a-kind journey through the Sonoran Desert and along the Canyons of the San Andreas Fault on a Covered Wagon!
This option offers the same thrilling tour experience as the Covered Wagon Adventure with BBQ, but without dinner. After the tour is completed and the wagon returns to the ranch, you are welcome to stay and have some fun with the ranch activities. Enjoy the live music, libations, picturesque sunset views, barn dancing and play games like horseshoes, corn hole & roping. Customize your experience to suit your preferences!
- Includes: Wagon Adventure Tour, Games & Music, Barn Dance
- Duration: 1.5 – 2-hour experience (From ranch arrival to departure & based on your added preferences)
- Cost: $89 Adult (15 +) / $79 Child (4-14yrs) / Free (0-3yrs)
Cover Wagon Adventure
Experience an off-road adventure into the Sonoran Desert and along the Canyons of the San Andreas Fault on a Covered Wagon! Ride into a pristine wilderness preserve as unchanged as when nature had created it. Your onboard, expert naturalist will interpret the natural history and geology of these beautiful and rugged, canyon landscapes. Learn about the natural palm oases, other plant & wildlife that inhabit this ancient, desert wilderness. Coyotes are often seen on the tours. Learn about the local Cahuilla “Native American” Culture and the Pioneer History in this desert outback. Enjoy traveling through this unchanged land as when nature had created it. Your wagon master driver will lead the wagon through lush, palm oases where you can stop and enjoy an optional, guided walk along the natural topography created by the San Andreas Fault.
As we return to the ranch you will be greeted with live, western music and the smell of a chuck-wagon BBQ. Savor the expansive desert sunset from one of the best views in the Coachella Valley. Continue the evening with the choice of a barn dance (easy to learn & lessons provided), outdoor games, live music, and a delicious BBQ supper with all the trimmings. Star gazing, roasting marshmallows over an open campfire and enjoying the evening's enchanted desert lighting rounds up a full experience to your tour adventure! Covered Wagons will be one of the highlights of your time here in greater Palm Springs and the most enjoyable way to see, taste, and immerse yourself in our desert culture. Bring your friends and family too! We can’t wait to have you here and make memories to last a lifetime!
Great Value Activity for Everyone
Most of us want to have fun on vacation and partake in unique local experiences. Vacations are designed to relax and create special memories with the ones you love the most-your friends and family. We realize especially during these times that your vacation money is valuable to you. We strive to be a great value by offering a true tour encounter, quality dinner, and professional entertainment. We realize that we are not the least expensive tour in the valley, but we are extremely economical comparatively. We do offer group discounts, “Tour Only” or “Dinner Event Only” packages as well. We genuinely appreciate your business and satisfaction!
Total Cultural Desert Experience - Tour - BBQ - Live Music - Ambiance
We are the only tour in the desert that can offer you a fully immersive experience.
- Natural and cultural desert tour
- Unique desert ranch with beautiful sunset and mountain views
- Live, quality Music, entertainment, dance, and games
- Great BBQ Dinner – Includes: Smoked Brisket or Tri-tip, BBQ Chicken, Coleslaw, Cowboy Beans, Fresh breads & seasonal fresh pie.
- Lemonade, Iced Tea, Water and Seasonal Hot Chocolate
- Vegetarian option is available with advanced notice
Naturalist Tour Guides
We believe our guides are the best in the Valley! Our mission is to educate as well as to entertain you with the natural history, geology, Native American and Pioneer History as we ride through this desert preserve. Our guides wear many hats but above all, they are deeply passionate about sharing the Sonoran Desert and the San Andreas Fault with you all!
Unique Location
We are the only covered wagon “tour” still operating in California and we are the only “desert” wagon tour in the world! Covered Wagons is a one-of-a-kind location, on a private 30,000-acre Desert Preserve set only 15 - 30 minutes from Greater Palm Springs and the nearby cities of La Quinta, Indian Wells, Rancho Mirage, and Palm Desert. The ranch is at the entrance to beautiful Hidden Palms, Horseshoe Palms and Pushwallah Oases and their ancient canyons. Great valley, desert and mountain views in the day, sunset views, and the evenings twinkling, city lights at night.
Custom Touring Wagons – An Adventure for All
Our custom-built wagons have been upgraded to keep you most comfortable. Like an off-road Jeep Tour or a Hummer Tour, you will also have automotive quality spring suspension, pneumatic tires, and padded seating to ride you across this natural desert terrain. We have easy access for seniors and always someone to assist if you need it. The Master Wagoneer driver ensures a comfortable adventure for all!
Cover Wagon Adventure Pricing
Covered wagon adventure tour.
Adult/Child (15yrs & Under)
Covered Wagon Tour
Lemonade, Water, Light Snacks Provided
Covered Wagon Adventure With BBQ
Adult/Child (12yrs & under)
Catered Chuck Wagon BBQ: Fruit Crumble Dessert, Marshmallow Roasting
Live Entertainment
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Custom Wagons
Our custom-built wagons have been upgraded to keep you most comfortable. We have easy access to the wagon and a short flight of stairs with handrails. The Wagons also have automotive spring suspension, pneumatic tires, and padded seating to ride you across this natural desert terrain. The Master Wagoneer driver ensures a comfortable adventure for all!
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Locaton, Location, Location!
Covered Wagons is on a private 30,000-acre Desert Preserve set just 15 - 30 minutes from Greater Palm Springs and the nearby cities of La Quinta, Indian Wells, Rancho Mirage and Palm Desert resorts. Our unique Ranch-Camp is at the entrance to beautiful Hidden Palms, Horseshoe Palms and Pushwalla Oases and their ancient canyons.
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Naturalist Guides
We believe our guides are the best in the Valley! Our mission is to educate as well as to entertain you with the natural history, geology, Native American and pioneer history as we ride through this unique, desert preserve. Our guides wear many hats but above all, they are deeply passionate about the Colorado, Sonoran Desert and the San Andreas Fault and they really enjoy sharing it with you all!
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Upon your return to camp, you will hear the sounds of live, western music playing and the smell of a mouthwatering Chuckwagon style BBQ. Your catered dinner includes: *Smoked Brisket, *BBQ Chicken, *Coleslaw, *Cowboy Beans, Fresh breads and seasonal fresh fruit crumble for dessert! *Vegetarian option is available with advanced reservations.
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Experience the breathtaking beauty of Joshua Tree National Park or the local wonders in the Palm Springs area. We are home to 3 mountain ranges, the 2nd lowest place in the US and two tectonic plates of the Earth colliding together.
So much to see and learn!
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LENGTH: choose 3 or 5 hour tours
INCLUDES: 1 mile optional walks in Joshua Tree National Park at 3 iconic locations with an expert guide.
Your exploration of the park will include a dramatic stop at one of the highest points in the park where on a clear day you can see all the way to Mexico.
Water, snacks and park entrance are also included.
FROM: $129 pp
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This is an exihilarating PRIVATE H-1 Hummer adventure into the San Andreas Fault with an expert geology guide. Your private Hummer holds up to 9 people and picks up from any home or hotel in the Greater Palm Springs area at 8:30 am and returns about 12:30 pm
No Jeep tour can match the comfort and performance of the H-1 military Hummer.
Visit a natural oasis and travel to see some of the oldest rocks in the country in the tortured landscape of the Fault Zone.
LENGTH: 4 hours
FEE: $1450 – up to 9 passengers per Hummer
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San Andreas Fault Jeep Tour
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Our Most Popular and In-Depth San Andreas Fault Jeep Tour!
Tour Length: 3 hours from Metate Ranch
Extraordinary scenery abounds as your Big Red Jeep winds its way through the labyrinth of geological cuts and canyons of the San Andreas Fault Zone as your naturalist guide entertains you with stories about the plants, animals, geology, seismology and history of the California desert. Take a walk between the steep walls of canyons created by the powerful forces of plate tectonics, water, wind, and time and enjoy spectacular views and unique geologic features as your guide describes the geologic forces and local history that shaped the Coachella Valley.
This adventure is operated by Dana Wharf Whale Watching & Sportfishing
Non-refundable, cannot be rescheduled Once purchased, tickets cannot be refunded and cannot be rescheduled because your space is being guaranteed at the event.
Activity may be canceled due to severe weather The activity usually runs in light rain and other moderate weather conditions, but the seller may cancel the activity up to an hour before the start time in the event of severe or unsafe weather conditions. If the seller cancels the event, ticket-holders will be allowed to reschedule tickets (subject to availability) or receive credit for a future event.
Trip Minimums In order to run this tour, a minimum number of tickets must be sold. If the ticket minimum is not met, Dana Wharf may need to cancel the trip. If we do cancel, you will be contacted as soon as possible and fully refunded and or rescheduled.
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Home Information Pictures Maps Google Map Earthquakes Be prepared ShakeOut! Feel it? Big One Tectonics Volcanoes Tsunamis California geology History Myths Organizations Links About Research The San Andreas fault's nick name is " SAF ". Visit the San Andreas Fault Parkfield bridge, Palmdale road cut, Wallace Creek and the SAF in Highland, CA. Visiting the fault is easy. All it takes is a decent car. No 4WD is necessary unless you want to get to a few difficult places, and most of these are just a short hike from a public road. In some places like the Morongo Indian Reservation or the San Bernardino Mountains, you are not permitted entry or there simply are no public roads (but you can back pack in or day hike). Otherwise, access is a breeze. Many sections of the fault are in National Parks, National Forests or on BLM land. With hundreds of miles of mostly quiet, scenic roads, you'll see dramatic land forms, horribly twisted rock, and lots of wildlife and flowers. Alternatively, many parks and nature centers offer one day field trips to the SAF on an annual basis. Such trips give you the chance to talk to a geologist. Check with them well in advance to see if they are planning a trip. Finding the fault is relatively easy. Seeing the fault is another matter. The SAF has not had a major ground-rupturing earthquake since 1906. Virtually all traces of the "giant crack in the ground" that so many people image the SAF to be have been erased. Erosion fills and covers the fault, plows and bulldozers reshape the surface, roads and neighborhoods are built on the fault. The actual surface trace of the fault is subtle. What one has to look for are the land forms that the plate motion has created. These include but are not limited to offset streams and channels, pressure ridges, scarps, different rocks on either side of the fault, fault gouge, sags and sag ponds. Finding the Fault Start here to plan your self-guided trip anywhere along the SAF. Google Map showing the main trace of the SAF. This is the book you'll need. 1100 miles of annotated road logs, hundreds of GPS locations, full color. Field Guide to the San Andreas Fault Web-available, regional self-guided field trips Northern California and the San Francisco Bay Area "Amateur Geologist" field trips Many geology field trips SAF field trips Hayward fault through UC Berkeley Calaveras fault through Hollister Geology of the Golden Gate Headlands (downloads PDF to your computer) Geology of the Marin Headlands and the Half Moon Bay Coast (downloads PDF to your computer) Central California and the Carrizo Plain Wallace Creek area Southern California Cities and communities in the SAF zone Indio, Desert Hot Springs, Highland, Amber Hills, San Bernardino, Devore, Wrightwood, Mile High, Valyermo, Little Rock, Pearblossom, Palmdale, Leona Valley, Munz Lakes, Elizabeth Lake, Lake Hughes, Gorman, Frazier Park, Lake of the Woods, Cuddy Valley, Pine Mountain Club, Cholame, Parkfield, San Juan Batista, Aromas, Lexington Hills, Los Trancos Woods, Portola Valley, Westridge, Woodside, Emerald Lake Hills, Highlands-Baywood Park, Hillsboro, Pacifica, Daly City, Mussel Rock, Stonestown, Broadmore, Stinson Beach, Bolinas, Olema, Point Reyes Station, Dillon Beach, Bodega Bay, Fort Ross, Manchester State Beach, (Mendocino), (Fort Bragg), (Shelter Cove), Cape Mendocino Area. Parks on or near the SAF Imperial County Sonny Bono Salton Sea National Wildlife Refuge Wister Unit, Imperial Wildlife Area Salton Sea State Recreation Area Riverside County Mecca Hills County Park Thousand Palms Oasis Preserve Indio Hills Palms San Bernardino County Blue Cut San Bernardino National Forest Yucaipa Regional Park Big Morongo Canyon Preserve Los Angeles County Devil's Punchbowl Natural Area Barrel Springs Trail Pelona Vista Park Everett Martin Park Kern County County Frazier Park Community Center Los Padres National Forest San Luis Obispo County Carrizo Plain National Monument Monterey County San Benito County San Juan Bautista State Historic Park Hollister Hills State Vehicular Recreation Area Pinnacles National Park Santa Cruz County Aldridge Lane Park Santa Clara County Mt Madonna County Park Sanborn County Park Stevens Creek and Upper Stevens Creek County Parks San Mateo County Mussel Rock Park Crystal Springs (Sawyer Camp Trail) Los Trancos Open Space Preserve Marin County Tomales Bay State Park Marconi Conference Center State Historic Park Point Reyes National Seashore Golden Gate National Recreation Area Agate Beach Bolinas Park Sonoma County Sonoma Coast State Park Fort Ross State Historic Park Salt Point State Park Kruse Rhododendron State Natural Reserve Manchester State Park Mendocino County Humbolt County Published field guides not on the web Alt, D. and Hyndman, D. W., Roadside Geology of Northern and Central California, Mountain Press Publishing Co., Missoula, Montana, (2000) Baldwin, J., M. Payne and L. Lewis, Field Trip along the San Andreas Fault Zone From Whitewater to Bombay Beach, Salton Trough, California, in South Coast Geological Society Annual Field Trip Guide Book (J. Baldwin, L. Lewis, M. Payne and G. Roquemore, eds), No. 25, 1-34 (1997) Ehlig, P. L. & J. C. Crowell, Field Trip Guide to the San Andreas Fault in Southern California, in San Andreas Fault in Southern California, A Guide to the San Andreas Fault from Mexico to Carrizo Plain, Calif. Div. Of Mines and Geology, Special Report 118 (J. C. Crowell, ed.), 253 - 272, (1975) Galloway, A. J., Geology of the Point Reyes Peninsula, Marin County, California, CDM Bulletin 202 (1977) Hyndman, Donald W. and David D. Alt.† Roadside Geology of Northern and Central California. Mountain Press Publishing Company; Missoula, MT, 2000.† Konigsmark, Ted. Geologic Trips:† San Francisco and the Bay Area .† GeoPress, Gualala, CA, 1998. Schiffman, P and D.L. Wagner, Field Guide to the Geology and Metamorphism of the Franciscan Complex and Western Metamorphic Belt of Northern California (for the International Symposium "The Transition from Basalt to Metabasalt: Environments, Processes, and Petrogenesis"), 1992 CGS SP 114 Sharp, R. P. and A. F. Glazner, Geology Underfoot in Southern California, Mountain Press Publishing Co., Missoula, Montana, (1993) Sieh, K. E. and J. C. Matti, The San Andreas Fault System Between Palm Springs and Palmdale, Southern California: Field-Trip Guidebook, in Earthquake Geology San Andreas Fault System Palm Springs to Palmdale, Guidebook and Reprint Volume (K. E. Sieh, and J. C. Matti, eds), Association of Engineering Geologists, Southern California Section, 1 - 12, (1992) Sloan, D. and D.L. Wagner (eds) Geologic Excursions in Northern California: San Francisco to the Sierra Nevada (For Joint Meeting of Geological Society of America and Seismological Society of America), 1991, CGS SP 109 Stoffer P. W. and L. C. Gordon (eds), Geology and Natural History of the San Francisco Bay Area:†A Field-Trip Guidebook - US Geological Survey Bulletin 2188, 2001. Sylvester, A.G., and Crowell, J.C., leaders, The San Andreas Transform Belt, International Geological Congress Field Trip, 28th, guidebook T309, p. T309:49-T309:51. Wagner, D. L. and S. A. Graham, Geologic Field Trips in Northern California (For the Cordilleran Section of the Geological Society of America), 1999 CGS SP 119 Wagner, David L. and Stephan A. Graham, (eds.) Geologic Field Trips in Northern California: Centennial Meeting of the Cordilleran Section of the Geological Society of America. Prentice, Carol S. 2006 1906 San Francisco earthquake centennial field guides: field trips associated with the 100th anniversary conference, 18-23 April 2006, San Francisco, California. Field Guide (Geological Society of America), Volume 7 Please help us make this site better. Email us suggestions, pictures, links, etc. here. Copyright © 2009, 2010 David K. Lynch. All Rights Reserved.
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San Andreas Fault Gem Canyon Hiking Tour by Jeep
Canyon and ladder hike to the top of the fault line for spectacular views of the valley below.
SAN ANDREAS FAULT GEM CANYON HIKING TOUR BY JEEP
Enjoy a naturalist guided 1.5 to 2 mile canyon and ladder hike to the top of the fault line for spectacular views of the surrounding area.
TOUR PRICING AND SCHEDULE
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This is a Hiking Tour
The Jeep on this tour just provides transportation to the trailhead. For a full Jeep Tour, check out our Bones of the Earth Jeep Tour .
Canyon and Ladder Hike to the Top of the Fault Line:
Gem Canyon was given its name because there used to be a gypsum mine there in early to mid-1900’s. Tiny garnets have also been found embedded in the rocks that have either rolled down from the surrounding mountains or were pushed up from below the surface. Ride in an open-air Jeep to the trail head below the old mine. A winding foot trail takes you through a slot canyon with graffiti carved into the walls dating back to the 1940’s. From there, you will climb a 10 foot tall ladder to reach the next level of the canyon. The hike continues through more slot canyons until you reach the top and are rewarded with expansive views of the valley below, from the Salton Sea to the east, the Santa Rosa and San Jacinto mountain ranges to the south, and the San Gorgonio Pass to the west. This tour features spectacular scenery and numerous photo opportunities.
Tour Details
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- 2 hours from Metate Ranch
TOUR AVAILABILITY:
- Morning tours are offered year-round
- Afternoon tours are offered October – May only
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RESERVATIONS:
- Advance reservations are required
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- Open-air 7-passenger Jeep CJ-8 (Scrambler) with shade top
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TOUR INCLUSIONS:
- Transportation to the trail head is via classic open-air Jeep Scrambler (CJ-8) with removable canvas shade top
- Naturalist guided hike
- HIKE RATING: Moderate – This hike requires climbing up and down a 10-foot ladder, some boulder scrambling, and hiking up moderate inclines in soft sand
- HIKE DISTANCE: 1.5 to 2 miles
- Metate Ranch land and road use fees
- Bottled water and granola snacks
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TOUR ADVISORIES:
- This tour is suitable for children aged 8 and up.
- Proper footwear (hiking boots or closed to shoes with good tread) are mandatory.
- This tour is not recommended for guests with a fear of heights. Guests must be able to climb up and down a 10-foot ladder to do this hike.
- Guests should be in moderate to good physical condition. This hike involves walking in soft sand, scrambling over and under boulders, climbing ladders, and hiking up moderate inclines.
- There are no bathrooms on the trail. Bathroom stops before and after the hike, however, are available.
- Guests who are pregnant or who have neck or back issues or injuries should consult with their doctor before taking this tour.
- As of June 15, 2021, masks are required for non-vaccinated or partially-vaccinated individuals whenever they are within 6 feet of another person (not in their household, which includes the tour guide) or when riding in the jeep or other vehicle. Masks can be removed by non-vaccinated or partially-vaccinated individuals while hiking or when out of the vehicle as long as everyone maintains at least 6-feet of physical distance between one another. Masks are not required for fully vaccinated individuals. This policy will be updated from time to time in accordance with current scientific data and CDC, State, County, and Local guidelines, regulations, mandates, or restrictions.
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- Children must be at least 3 years of age AND 1) weigh over 40 pounds OR 2) be at least 40 inches tall to ride in our Jeeps. Children under the age of 8 or 4’9″ tall must ride in a booster seat (supplied by the guest and secured by a 2-point seat belt in the back of the Jeep).
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San Andreas Fault tour options include walking, hiking, and off-road vehicle tours by Hummer or Jeep. The 4WD tours, offered near Palm Springs, are a popular way to explore the fault zone. Naturalist guides typically lead these tours, which are great for travelers wishing to learn more about the area's natural and cultural history. ...
Group Tours. Our San Andreas Fault Jeep Tour is a great way to get your attendees out of the meeting room and into nature for a memorable real-desert experience. We offer group tours for up to 84 guests at a time and with our double-rounds option, we can accommodate up to 150 guests for a morning or afternoon activity.
Explore the geology around California's legendary San Andreas fault during a Jeep tour from Palm Desert. See a desert oasis fed by an underground spring as your naturalist guide describes how the Native American Cahuilla tribe used the desert's plants for food, medicine, and shelter. Marvel at steep-walled canyons and tall twisted rock mountains, and learn about the plant and animal life of ...
San Andreas Fault Jeep Tour from Palm Springs. 74. Recommended. 91% of reviewers gave this product a bubble rating of 4 or higher. 4WD Tours. from . $175.00. ... When I search "San Andreas Fault" for directions on Google Map, it says there's one near San Francisco and one in San Luis Obispo - neither of which are close to Palm Desert. ...
Journey through a labyrinth of geological cuts and canyons of the San Andreas Fault Zone. Learn about the plants, animals, geology, and seismology of the San Andreas Fault. Take a guided nature walk through a slot canyon. Take an optional hike to a natural palm oasis or the top of the fault zone for spectacular views of the Coachella Valley.
The San Andreas Fault Open-Air Jeep Tour offers a unique opportunity to explore the twisted and tortured landscape of an active earthquake fault system. Participants will have the chance to walk through deep canyons created by plate tectonics, water, and wind, and visit a natural palm oasis where water bubbles up from the underground aquifer.
The San Andreas Fault is one of the world's best-known fault lines—and this small-group tour will help you discover it up close. Pick between morning and afternoon start times, make your own way to the Indio departure point, and set off via open-air Jeep. You'll discover the region's dramatic scenery, will learn about desert habitats and the local Cahuilla people, will visit a desert ...
For a more in-depth exploration of the San Andreas Fault zone, we recommend our 3-hour San Andreas Fault Bones of the Earth 4×4 Jeep Tour that also includes a stop at a NATURAL PALM OASIS and a guided tour of a Recreated Cahuilla Indian Village with interpretive displays. On that tour, you will also learn how and why the Cahuilla people lived ...
Red Desert Jeep Tour of the San Andreas Fault is a must do when in Palm Springs. Our guide, Jim, did an outstanding job orienting us to the Fault, area history, lives of the indigenous community first on this land and the local ecology - including 4 hike stops to get up close with the terrain. A fully engaging 3 hours!
Includes: Covered Wagon Tour, Live Music, Dancing, Games, Catered Chuck Wagon BBQ & Dessert, Firepits and Roasting Marshmallows! Duration: 3 hours (From ranch arrival) Cost: $119 Adult (15 and over) / $89 Child (4 - 14 yrs) / Free Toddlers (0-3 yrs) Learn more Book Now.
San Andreas Fault Tour | Big Wheel Tours - Palm Springs
This is an exihilarating PRIVATE H-1 Hummer adventure into the San Andreas Fault with an expert geology guide. Your private Hummer holds up to 9 people and picks up from any home or hotel in the Greater Palm Springs area at 8:30 am and returns about 12:30 pm. No Jeep tour can match the comfort and performance of the H-1 military Hummer.
Full description. Board your open-air Jeep and embark upon a scenic and informative exploration of the stunning landscape of an active earthquake zone where you will travel across private property only accessible by 4WD and only open for this specific tour. This exciting 4WD adventure to the private Metate Ranch reserve on the San Andreas fault ...
Tour Length: 3 hours from Metate Ranch. This is our signature tour and most in-depth San Andreas Fault Experience. On this adventure, you will learn about the plants, animals, geology, and seismology of the California Desert and San Andreas Fault Zone. This tour also explains how and why the Cahuilla Indians lived in the fault zone and how they ...
The Sum Up. Image Credit: Viator.com. To sum it up, the San Andreas Fault Jeep Tour from Palm Desert offers an exhilarating adventure through the captivating geology of the infamous fault line. With stunning landscapes, rich cultural heritage, and diverse plant and animal life, this guided tour provides an unforgettable and educational experience.
The San Andreas Fault Jeep Tour is an exhilarating small-group experience. Participants will witness the incredible power of nature and learn about the geological forces that shaped the landscape. The tour lasts approximately 3 hours and includes admission tickets. The tour departs from Indio, Southern California, with morning and afternoon ...
San Andreas Fault Hiking Tour. Join a naturalist guide for a entertaining, engaging, and educational hike through the twisted and tormented desert badlands landscape of the San Andreas Fault zone at our private and exclusive Metate Ranch sanctuary in the Indio Hills.
Learn about California's geology and desert wilderness on a half-day Jeep/SUV tour to the San Andreas Fault. Drive through the Coachella Valley to the fault zone while hearing from your guide about native plant and animal life, local history, the Salton Sea, and earthquakes. Depending on your preference, you can take a nature walk in the desert or stay in the vehicle. Includes guide ...
Our San Andreas Fault Hiking Tour is a naturalist-guided hike through canyons & more! Book your Palm Springs hiking tour with Red Jeep Tours today! OUR TOURS; GROUP EXPERIENCES; JEEP CHARTERS; SPEAKERS; COMMERCIAL FILMING; ABOUT; DIRECTIONS; FAQ; CONTACT +1 (760) 324-5337. [email protected].
Enjoy an evening of stargazing in the California desert on this guided small-group tour from Palm Desert. Explore a private, 800-acre preserve on the San Andreas Fault and learn about the desert's plants, animals, history, geology and earthquakes in an open-air Jeep. Then examine the dark, starry sky with a hand-held tracking device. Granola snacks, bottled water, and a pickup and drop-off ...
Visit the San Andreas Fault. Parkfield bridge, Palmdale road cut, Wallace Creek and the SAF in Highland, CA. Visiting the fault is easy. All it takes is a decent car. No 4WD is necessary unless you want to get to a few difficult places, and most of these are just a short hike from a public road. In some places like the Morongo Indian ...
Jeep Tours. Board a Big Red Jeep for an unforgettable journey to our private and exclusive Metate Ranch sanctuary on the San Andreas Fault. Group tour options include team building, snacks & beverages, catering, and other VIP experiences. We also offer group Jeep excursions to the Indian Canyons in Palm Springs. LEARN MORE.
SAN ANDREAS FAULT GEM CANYON HIKING TOUR BY JEEP. FROM $175. Enjoy a naturalist guided 1.5 to 2 mile canyon and ladder hike to the top of the fault line for spectacular views of the surrounding area.