Palm Desert and the surrounding cities in the Coachella Valley of California have a rich history in agriculture and farming. With time, many of these farms that started as early as 1850 have been scaled back or closed. There are a few that remain and have withstood the test of time. These historical farms are open to the public and can be fun and educational on your next trip to the area!
Bristol Farms
73101 Country Club Drive, Palm Desert, CA 92260
About the farm:
- Located in Palm Desert
- Local market for dry-aged beef, poultry, seafood and organic produce
- Offers catering
- Deli and food counter
For more information, visit the Bristol Farms website.
Sam Cobb Farms
22325 Henry Road, Desert Hot Springs, CA 92241
About the farm:
- Thirty minutes from Palm Desert
- Established in 2002
- Date farm
- Offers samples of different types of dates
- Guided Date Farm Tours available
For more information, visit the Sam Cobb Farms website.
Temalpakh Farm
1 Roberta Way, Coachella, CA 92236
About the farm:
- Twenty minutes from Palm Desert
- Started in 2012
- Sustainable local, organic farming
- Sell wholesale and in public market
- Smoothies available
For more information, visit the Temalpakh Farms website.
Shield's Date Gardens
80225 U.S. Highway 111, Indio, CA 92201
About the farm:
- Fifteen minutes from Palm Desert
- Historic date palm orchard
- Fresh citrus
- On site cafe
- Bakery
- Gift Shop
For more information, visit the Shield's Date Gardens website.
Oasis Date Gardens
59-111 Grapefruit Boulevard, Thermal, CA 92274
About the farm:
- Twenty minutes from Palm Desert
- Established in 1912
- 16 varieties of whole dates
- Onsite Ranch Store offers date shakes, fresh baked goods and gifts
For more information, visit the Oasis Date Gardens website.
Thayer Family Homestead
69900 Juniper Road, Mountain Center, CA 92561
About the farm:
- Forty-five minutes from Palm Desert
- Open by appointment only
- Real working livestock farm
- Raises Livestock Guardian Dogs
For more information, visit the Thayer Family Homestead website.
Riley's Farm
12261 Oak Glen Road, Yucaipa, CA 92399
About the farm:
- One hour from Palm Desert
- Working apple orchard
- Pumpkin and berry farm
- Bakery
- Colonial Mercantile Shop
- Living History Farm
- Dinner Theater
For more information, visit the Riley's Farm website.
Peter Rabbit Farms
85810 Peter Rabbit Lane, Coachella, CA 92236
About the farm:
- Located thirty minutes from Palm Desert
- Founded in 1950
- Grows and distributes carrots, green bell peppers, leafy greens, eggplants and Medjool dates
- Sells carrots by Bolthouse Farms
For more information, visit the Peter Rabbit Farms website for more information.
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