The Hermz View

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Coachella Valley

At a glance

Region
Desert
Photographs
5
Best light
Golden hour and sunset
Large white capital letters spelling INDIAN LAND standing in a dry desert landscape against rugged mountains under a blue sky.
A richly decorated interior room featuring red lampshades, a central chandelier, patterned wallpaper, a red velvet armchair, and carved dark wood furniture.
A large Ferris wheel silhouetted against a vibrant orange and blue sunset sky, with distant mountains and a crowd of people below.
A crowd gathers on a grassy lawn beneath a geometric canopy constructed from vibrant blue, orange, and yellow triangular shade sails.
Low-angle view of large metal art installations shaped like rockets against a vivid pink and orange sunset with silhouetted people walking below.

Indian Land · Palm Springs, California

Desert1 / 5

A written field note for this place is being prepared. In the meantime, the photographs below are every published frame from this location.

Visit tips

Before you go

Best time of day
Golden hour and sunset
Getting there & parking
For breathtaking panoramic views of the Coachella Valley, drive to Coachella Valley Vista Point on Highway 74, about five miles south of Palm Desert. This scenic overlook is open 24/7 and offers sweeping vistas of Palm Desert, Indian Wells, La Quinta, and the surrounding Santa Rosa and San Jacinto mountains. On a clear day, you can even spot the northern tip of the Salton Sea. Ample free parking is available, along with a short, paved walkway to the viewing area. The approach up the Pines to Palms Highway is steep and winding with several switchbacks, so drive cautiously. It is an especially popular spot for sunrise and sunset, so plan to arrive early to secure a good vantage point.
What to bring
When visiting the Coachella Valley Vista Point, come prepared for the elements and the remote location. Bring your camera, a wide-angle lens to capture the sweeping valley views, and a sturdy tripod for long exposures during golden hour. Essential personal items include plenty of water, sunscreen, and a wide-brimmed hat to protect against the desert sun. Temperatures can drop rapidly after sunset, and the overlook is often windy, so be sure to pack a warm jacket or windbreaker. Please note that there are absolutely no restrooms, trash cans, or other facilities available at the site, so plan your trip accordingly and pack out everything you bring in.

Sources: casago.com · www.modernluxury.com · casago.com · www.airial.travel · www.coachella.com

Conditions change — check official sources before visiting.

Photo gallery

Every frame from Coachella Valley

Large white capital letters spelling INDIAN LAND standing in a dry desert landscape against rugged mountains under a blue sky.Indian LandA richly decorated interior room featuring red lampshades, a central chandelier, patterned wallpaper, a red velvet armchair, and carved dark wood furniture.The Red ParlorA large Ferris wheel silhouetted against a vibrant orange and blue sunset sky, with distant mountains and a crowd of people below.Dusk Over the Desert WheelA crowd gathers on a grassy lawn beneath a geometric canopy constructed from vibrant blue, orange, and yellow triangular shade sails.Prism SkyLow-angle view of large metal art installations shaped like rockets against a vivid pink and orange sunset with silhouetted people walking below.Signals from the Sky
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