Top 10 Free Things To Do and Attractions in San Jacinto

"Living Desert Zoo and Gardens, located in Palm Desert, CA outside of Los Angeles, is the only zoo in the country to be accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA). The zoo and gardens are owned and operated by the Living Desert Association and are home to a number of animal species from around the globe. The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens is one of the few zoos in the world that has a desert-adapted environment."

"ParksFred Waring Dr & San Pablo Avenue, Palm Desert, CA 92260MoreLess Info. With 70 acres of land to explore, visitors can see a variety of ducks, geese, and turtles at the ponds of Civic Center Park. The park provides 5 pavilion picnic areas."

"Walt Disney once said, “A dream your heart creates will always come true, so long as you have the courage to pursue it.” Guess what?"

"The Red Escape Games at the River offers a unique way to enjoy activities outdoors while having fun challenging puzzles in the water. This is known as one of the best family activities in Palm Desert, CA, with games that are easy to understand and no spooky surprises. If you are looking for a place to relax and have fun with your family or friends in Palm Desert you should visit the River Escape Game, in Palm Desert, Ca."

"The Indian Canyons are the ancestral home of the Agua Caliente, part of the Cahuilla people. You can see remnants of their ancient life,…"

"Founded in 1960 by Walt and Dorothy Elmer under its original name, Elmer’s Colonial Pancake House, our values have always been to provide quality food ingredients, gracious service and the clean surroundings that make you feel at home. Walt, Dorothy and their three sons worked hard to bring home-style cooking to those of us lucky enough to live in the Northwest!. Elmer’s began with breakfast… and rumor has it that Walt Elmer kept the original pancake batter recipe locked in his safe."

"Elmer’s might not have the modern shine of other breakfast/brunch spots in Palm Springs, but when you’re in the mood for a straightforward breakfast without any bells and whistles, you can’t beat it. The old-school diner has a large menu filled with every breakfast staple you could want - skillets, pancakes, waffles, crepes, and our favorite eggs Benedict in town. They currently have two outdoor patios and a new shaded dining area on the grass."

"This locally owned gem, voted Best Breakfast by Palm Springs Life readers, features an extensive menu of made-from-scratch favorites, gracious service, and a pet-friendly outdoor patio. PHOTOGRAPH COURTESY ELMER'S"

"If you think CDs are so last decade, one trip to the Record Alley at Westfield Palm Desert will have you singing a different tune. The desert's only independently owned and operated record store offers aisles filled with new and used CDs, DVDs and vinyls. The racks are definitely worth a look if you've been searching for a hard-to-find record or long-lost CD."

"The newly renovated outdoor mall features a variety of retail favorites such as Saks Fifth Avenue, Tiffany, Coach, Cole Haan, and Eileen Fisher, among others and unique dining options such as Wilma & Frieda, Tommy Bahama’s, Pacifica Seafood and Sullivans Steakhouse."

"A charming restaurant serving authentic cuisine with popular specials such as yakitori, tempura, their combination Tanpopo boat, shabu shabu, sukiyaki, as well as Japanese noodles, Udon and Soba - a large selection and the finest quality with the most friendly teppan-table and sushi bar service."