8 FOUR SEASONS BREEZE | DECEMBER 2019
PARKS
Bogart Park: This park is open for camping as well
as day use. It has over 400 acres of forests and meadows
which contain hiking, biking, and equestrian trails. 9600
International Park Rd., Cherry Valley, CA 92223; (951) 845-
3818; www.rivcoparks.org
The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens: A zoo and botanical
garden that specializes in the deserts of the world with
a mission of desert conservation through preservation,
education, and appreciation. It's a great place to take children
and adults. 479200 Portola Ave., Palm Desert, CA 92260;
(760) 346-5694; www.livingdesert.org
Whitewater Preserve: 9160 Whitewater Canyon
Rd., Whitewater, CA 92282; (760) 325-7222; www.
wildlandsconservancy.org/preserve_whitewater.html
FESTIVALS
Mission Inn Festival of Lights: Mission Inn Hotel &
Spa: This historic hotel provides an extravagant display of
Christmas lights during the holiday season. It has been listed
as one of the top ten destinations for holiday lights in the entire
United States. The display starts the day after Thanksgiving
and runs through the holiday season. 3649 Mission Inn Ave.,
Riverside, CA 92501; (951) 784-0300; www.missioninn.com
MUSEUMS
The Edward Dean Museum: This is a historic home that has a collection
of 16th to 19th century decorative arts. It also has 16 acres of gardens that
offer tranquility and stunning views. 9401 Oak Glen Rd., Cherry Valley, CA
92223; (951) 845-2626; www.edward-deanmuseum.org
Gilman Ranch Museum: 1901 W. Wilson Rd., Banning, CA 92220;
(951) 932-9200; www.rivcoparks.org/gilman-historic-ranch-and-wagon-
museum
Malki Museum: Contains art and artifact exhibits showcasing the
history of Southern Californian Indian cultures. 1795 Malki Rd., Banning,
CA 92220; (951) 849-7289; malkimuseum.org
March Field Air Museum: 22550 Van Buren Blvd., Riverside, CA 92518;
(951) 902-5949; www.marchfield.org
Palm Springs Air Museum: 745 Gene Autry Trail, Palm Springs, CA
92262; (760) 778-6262; palmspringsairmuseum.org
Palm Spring Art Museum: 101 Museum Dr. Palm Springs, CA 92262;
(760) 322-4800; www.psmuseum.org
San Bernardino County Museum: This is a regional museum with
exhibits and collections in cultural and natural history. It is small enough
not to be exhausting and interesting for children and adults. 2024 Orange
Tree Lane, Redlands, CA; (909) 798-8606; www.sbcounty.gov/museum
My Favorite Places & Things To See Or Do In Or Near Beaumont
Complete and return this form to The Lodge front desk
Submitted by: _______________________________________________ Telephone Number: _________________________
Suggested place/activity: ________________________________________________________________________________
Why I like it: _________________________________________________________________________________________
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Things To Do In And Around Beaumont
By Irene Welker
Whether you are new to the area and don't know what venues/activities are available, have lived here for a while and have run out of things
to do, or need a quick idea of where to take visitors, here is a handy and quick reference to some of the things to do nearby. If your special
place was not included, please fill out the Favorite Places form and leave it at The Lodge front desk. The list will be updated on a regular basis.
You may also find the list on our website, fourseasonsbeaumont.org.
