The Living Desert in Palm Desert, California

My Hubby took me to the Living Desert just down the road from our house in Palm Desert.  Most people who know me know how much I love going to the beach but I have a new favorite!  What a beautiful place and wonderful way to spend the day.  It is like crossing a botanical garden (desert version of course) with a zoo and then adding a few other features in besides. 

We spent most of the day there yesterday and was only able to see part of it.  I am more excited about getting a membership; I am going to love being able to explore the shady paths and bright desert scenes on a regular basis.  I hope my pictures do it justice (please note these images are copyrighted.)

 

Scene along the main path at the Living Desert, Palm Desert, California

One of the paths that branch off of the main one in the Living Desert

One of the paths that is off the main road lined with native Cacti at Living Desert

Elk (at least I think can't remember) at Living Desert

Giraffes at Living Desert

Closeup of Giraffe at Living Desert

Topographic Map Sculpture at Living Desert  PS for Palm Springs

Model Train at Living Desert

Carousel at Living Desert

Carousel at the Living Desert

Weather Center at the Living Desert, Palm Desert California