Gay Palm Springs: Desert playground

There's something for everyone in this desert oasis. Located about two hours drive from Los Angeles and San Diego, Palm Springs has long been a popular getaway for Southern Californians. Its desert hiking, golfing and laid back atmosphere attracts visitors from all over the world. Coachella Valley is small enough that you can rent a bike and see most of the starkly beautiful outdoor (and some indoor) attractions in a long weekend.

There is a very large gay population here and some even jokingly refer to it as a "gay retirement village." And it is a wonderful place to grow gay and gray. But in truth you'll see every type under the sun here. There are plenty of cool gay bars--and many of the modernist hotels have great bars with mixed crowds--but visitors tend to be more focused on the daytime sun and fun. There are many terrific gay resorts here and whether you are looking for a frisky clothing optional place to sunbath poolside or something a little more sedate, there's little that can't be had.

All Bars & Clubs By Neighborhood: Arenas Road Area (4) Cathedral City (3) Downtown Palm Springs (2)

Studio One Eleven "Great place to take it easy an..." gillgaramond - 40/M Club Whatever "Depending on when you go, it can be very fun" SDfunguy - 50/M

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All Restaurants By Neighborhood: Downtown Palm Springs (13) Arenas Road Area (3) Cathedral City (2) Rancho Mirage (1)

Rock Garden Cafe "Cozy Place" Jerzy - 60/M Blame it on Midnight Bar & Grill "Great Late Night Spot" TomNCa - 52/M

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All Hotels By Neighborhood: Warm Sands (8) Downtown Palm Springs (7) Cathedral City (2) Arenas Road Area (1) Rancho Mirage (1) See all neighborhoods...

All Worlds Resort "The Staff is Awesome~" ShaunReview - 29/M All Worlds Resort "Great Time" Reviewboost13 - 26/M

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All Shops By Neighborhood: Downtown Palm Springs (5) Arenas Road Area (2)

Cabazon Outlets "Lots of great retailers to pick from" omega1980 - 29/M Pawz "PAWZ 4 CAUZ PALM SPRINGS" PoolBoy - 47/M

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All Arts & Culture By Neighborhood: Downtown Palm Springs (2)

McCallum Theatre "Great Reviews.." Jerzy - 60/M The Living Desert "I'M HERE EVERY FEW MONTHS" SilverV - 49/M

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All Gyms & Spas By Neighborhood: Downtown Palm Springs (2) Warm Sands (1)

Desert Hot Springs Spa Hotel "good value for a day of repair" PoolBoy - 47/M Ace Hotel & Swim Club "rendezvous with rauch" PoolBoy - 47/M

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All Organizations By Neighborhood: Downtown Palm Springs (8)

Desert AIDS Project "Aids Awareness" Jerzy - 60/M

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