Gay Palm Springs Attractions & Activities  What makes Palm Springs so perfect is that there is something to do for everyone. Whether you just want to lay back and enjoy the breathtaking mountain scenery that surrounds you from the comfort of your  poolside chaise lounge or actually get out and explore those majestic visions, the wonders Palm Springs await you.  Palm Springs is an outdoorsman’s paradise. Few places as Palm Springs can boast of over 120 incredible hikes in such a concentrated area, ranging from easy to advanced iron-man caliber. Wonder through the the Indian Canyons, escape to Mount Jacinto or hit Palm Canyon Drive and shop until you drop.  Golfers will delight in Palm Springs which is considered the golf capital of the world. Not only does Palm Springs have over 100 golf courses, but Palm Springs features some of the most beautiful courses you are ever to come by.  During your Palm Springs visit, you may also wish to learn about the American Indians who settled the land on which Palm Springs resides. Under a treaty with the railroad companies and the U.S. government, The Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians who settled in this area 1,000 years ago owns half the land on which Palm Springs is built and works to preserve Native American heritage.   Gay Palm Springs Attractions & Activities AGUA CALIENTE CULTURAL MUSEUM   219 South Palm Canyon Drive, at the Village Green Heritage Center in downtown Palm Springs 760-323-0151 The Agua Caliente Cultural Museum inspires people to learn about the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians and other Native cultures. We keep the spirit alive through exhibitions, collections, research, and educational programs. INDIAN CANYONS  S. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs  760-325-3400 or 800-790-3398 The three canyons offer easy-to-moderate hikes with intriguing views of the desert. JOSHUA TREE STATE PARK  760-367-5500  A true wonders of the West. The Mojave and Colorado deserts join to form the park, approximately 1,241 square miles. Varieties of flora, wildlife sanctuary, campgrounds, horse and hiking trails. Headquarters in Twenty-nine Palms; take Hwy. 62 through Morongo and Yucca Valleys; approximately one-hour drive from Palm Springs. LIVING DESERT 47900 Portola Ave, Palm Desert, California 760-346-5694 A wildlife and botanical park in an incredible 1,200-acre reserve, featuring native and exotic animals (including camels, hyenas and leopards). MOORTEN BOTANICAL GARDENS  1701 S. Palm Canyon Dr., Palm Springs, California 760-327-6555 Four-acre Moorten Botanical Garden nurtures more than 3,000 plant varieties in settings that simulate their original environments. Native American artifacts, rock, and crystal are exhibited.  PALM SPRINGS AERIAL TRAMWAY Tramway Dr., Chino Canyon off Hwy. 111 north 888-515-TRAM  A "must see" while visiting Palm Springs, you'll be taken on a genuine Swiss tram car to the top of Mount San Jacinto – 8,516 feet above the valley. There you are transported to the threshold of the 13,000 acre Mt. San Jacinto Wilderness State Park, with 54 miles of biking trails, cross country skiing, and magnificent views of Coachella Valley below. Also at the top is an alpine restaurant, cocktail lounge, and a 22 minute film documenting the history of the tramway.  PALM SPRINGS AIR MUSEUM 745 N. Gene Autry Trail, Palm Springs 760-778-6262 Houses one of the world's largest collections of flying WWII airplanes displayed in bright, clean spacious hangars. PALM SPRINGS ART MUSEUM 101 Museum Drive, Palm Springs 760-325-7186 It presents its permanent collection in several beautiful galleries and features traveling exhibitions in an enriching atmosphere. It features several galleries, the Annenberg Theater, sculpture gardens, fine permanent collections and top changing exhibitions. PALM SPRINGS FOLLIES www.palmspringsfollies.com  125 S. Palm Canyon Dr., Palm Springs, California 760-327-0225 The Fabulous Palm Springs Follies is a sef-proclaimed three-hour razzle-dazzle, song and dance vaudeville-style extravaganza showcasing the music and dance of the 30's and 40's. This highly entertaining show features a chorus line of 'girls' all over the age of 55! TAHQUITZ CANYONS 500 W. Mesquite Drive, Palm Springs 760-416-7044 After a short film explaining the history of the spirit Tahquitz, who supposedly consumes human souls in the canyon, a guide will take you through the canyon, explaining the local flora and fauna en route. It's a bit of a hike, but the waterfall at the end makes it all worthwhile. WALK OF STARS  Palm Canyon Drive Palm Springs Walk of Stars was founded in 1992 and honors individuals with a Golden Palm Star placed on the sidewalks of Palm Springs. Honorees must have, by their presence in the area, contributed to the charm, worldwide prominence and name recognition of Greater Palm Springs. There are currently 278 stars in the following categories: Show Business, Literary, Pioneers/Civic, Humanitarian, Sports, Military.