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Review & FAQ:
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What is the Coachella Valley National Wildlife Refuge?
- Coachella Valley National Wildlife Refuge is a 3,700-acre protected area located in California's Coachella Valley, just east of Palm Springs. It preserves the critically-endangered habitat of the Coachella Valley fringe-toed lizard.
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What makes the Coachella Valley National Wildlife Refuge unique?
- The refuge protects the only known dune system where the Coachella Valley fringe-toed lizard thrives, along with habitat in the nearby Indio Hills Palms State Reserve.
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Is the refuge open to the public?
- Most of the refuge is closed to the public to protect the endangered species, but several hiking trails are open for walkers, bikers, and horseback riders.
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What hiking trails are available?
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Open trails include:
- Moon Country Trail
- Hidden Palms Trail
- Willis Palms Trail
- Pushawalla Palms Trail
- McCallum Trail
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Open trails include:
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What is the Thousand Palm Oasis?
- The Thousand Palm Oasis is a spectacular natural feature fed by water seeping from the San Andreas Fault. It is visible from several trails and is a great spot for nature photography.
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What can visitors find at Paul Wilhelm Grove?
- Paul Wilhelm Grove is home to the park's nature center, which showcases exhibits on the rare lizard species and the refuge's unique ecosystem.
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Where is the Coachella Valley National Wildlife Refuge located?
- Address: 29200 Thousand Palms Canyon Road, Thousand Palms, CA 92276
- Phone: 760-343-1234
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