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You’ll drive your own car on this guided, self-paced audio tour through the first commercial wind farm in Southern California, receiving an email confirmation with an app download and clear instructions once booked; the roughly one-hour experience starts at a display yard of non-operating wind turbines showcasing past successes and failures, includes a stop at a real generating wind turbine where you can get up close and take photos, and finishes at the Indigo Power Plant and retired wind farm - from there you can exit on 19th Avenue to Indian Canyon Road and leave with a deeper understanding of renewable energy; please respect other visitors by not gathering at marked destinations and by allowing cars ahead to finish their exploration before your turn, and note that one booking includes two adults and that this offering is ideal for guests in the Uptown Design District of Palm Springs looking for an informative outdoor nature or Tours & Sightseeing activity.

About this activity in Uptown Design District

Cancellation policy
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Highlights

  • Drive your own car through the first commercial wind farm in Southern California and follow a guided audio program that points out marked stops and photo opportunities near Palm Springs.
  • Explore a display yard of retired wind turbines showcasing both engineering successes and failures, then get up close to an active generating turbine for close-up photos.
  • Finish the route with a visit to the Indigo Power Plant and a retired wind farm, where you can exit toward 19th Avenue and Indian Canyon Road with a deeper understanding of renewable energy.
  • Flexible, self-paced experience lasting about one hour, designed for families, groups, and visitors interested in renewable-energy history and desert landscapes.

Important Information

  • You must use your own vehicle; the tour is delivered via an app with an audio program and marked destinations-download and instructions are sent in your booking confirmation.
  • One booking covers two adults in a single vehicle; additional adults are $10 each and children under 12 join for free.
  • The route is wheelchair accessible and suitable for all fitness levels; infants and small children can remain in a pram or stroller and service animals are permitted.
  • Please respect other visitors by not gathering at marked stops-allow cars ahead to finish exploration before you proceed to the next point.

Meeting Point

Begin at the wind turbine display yard in the Palm Springs wind farm area; exact start location and step-by-step directions are provided in your confirmation email and in the app after booking.

Includes

  • Accommodation as per itinerary - your stay will match the planned schedule for the Uptown Design District, Palm Springs experience.
  • Palm Springs windmill tour app included - access the dedicated app for the windmill tour while you're in the area.
  • Audio program provided - listen to the included audio program to enhance your sightseeing in the region.

Excludes

  • Price covers 2 adults in one vehicle - the listed rate is based on two adults sharing a single vehicle.
  • Additional adult charge - there is a $10 fee for each extra adult beyond the two included.
  • Kids under 12 ride free - children younger than 12 travel at no additional cost.

Other

  • Wheelchair accessible - the experience and all areas are accessible for wheelchair users in the destination.
  • Infants and small children allowed in prams or strollers - you can bring a pram or stroller for very young children.
  • Service animals permitted - trained service animals are welcome on the experience.
  • All areas and surfaces wheelchair accessible - the layout and surfaces are designed to be navigable for wheelchair users.
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels - the activity accommodates a wide range of mobility and fitness needs.
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult - ensure minors are supervised by an adult throughout the experience.

Customer Reviews

9/10
Based on 10 Reviews
Sara W
• Sep 10, 2025 09:06:38 PM
Summary: Great tour to learn about some green energy history. Self guided though the app so you can go at your own pace. Staff was very friendly and knowledgeable. Hold on to your hat because it will try to fly away.
kcB1930SE
• Sep 5, 2025 07:48:08 AM
Summary: Honestly such an incredible tour! We opted for the VIP tour and it was fascinating. Learned a lot and our guide Tom was very knowledgeable and happy to answer all of our questions (of which we had many!). Would recommend to anyone who’s visiting nearby.
kathy_l
• Jul 23, 2025 05:11:25 PM
Summary: Staff were extremely knowledgeable and friendly. Learned a lot. Highly suggest going back at sunset for pictures from across the highway-they were amazing photos. The self guided tour was well worth the cost.

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Yes - this is a self-drive Palm Springs windmill tour. You will need your own car to follow the guided route using the app and audio program we send after booking.
Yes - the tour is family-friendly. One booking includes two adults in one vehicle; kids under 12 are free. Children must be accompanied by an adult, and infants or small children can ride in a pram or stroller.
Yes - the tour is wheelchair accessible with accessible surfaces at all areas, and service animals are allowed so you can comfortably explore the marked destinations.
The one-hour wind farm sightseeing tour features a display yard of non-operating turbines that showcase past successes and failures, an up-close stop at a real generating wind turbine for photos, and a final visit to the Indigo Power Plant and retired wind farm. Total time depends on your pace at each marked destination.
Absolutely - the audio program and marked stops are designed to teach you about renewable energy and wind power as you explore the first commercial wind farm in Southern California.
One booking includes two adults in a single vehicle. There is an additional $10 charge for each extra adult; children under 12 ride free.