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Color comes alive in the valley’s easternmost city — from an Indigenous-owned farm and a rugged slot canyon hike to the roar of the racetrack and the spirit of a hometown rodeo.
~45,000
Population
30 sq mi
Square Miles
1946
Established
SIGNATURE EXPERIENCES
Farm, Trail & Track
Coachella pairs deep agricultural roots with rugged outdoor adventure and a dose of adrenaline — a side of the valley that rewards visitors willing to explore beyond the postcard.
HERITAGE FARM
Agritourism
Temalpakh Farm
An Indigenous-owned farm celebrating Cahuilla agricultural heritage at Agua Caliente — named Best Attraction and Best Farm-to-Table in Coachella. Explore the gardens, taste heirloom produce, and enjoy smoothies from the market.
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Motorsports
BMW Race Track
A local motorsports venue where drift cars and race teams put on a show of speed, smoke, and precision — a high-octane stop for visitors who want to feel the desert’s need for speed firsthand.
THERMAL
Motorsports
SLOT CANYON HIKE
Outdoor Adventure
Ladder Canyon Trail
A dramatic slot canyon hike through the Mecca Hills, famous for its narrow passages and the metal ladders that carry hikers up and down the canyon’s tightest squeezes — an unforgettable desert adventure.
MECCA HILLS
Hiking
MORE TO DISCOVER
Local Traditions
A hometown celebration of Coachella’s ranching and rodeo roots rounds out the city’s places to go.
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Desert Rodeo
A community rodeo celebrating Coachella’s ranching heritage, with bull riding, roping, and family-friendly festivities that bring the whole city together.
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ABOUT COACHELLA
City Profile
The easternmost city in the Coachella Valley, Coachella is a predominantly Latino community of around 45,000 with deep agricultural and Indigenous roots. Its vibrant street art scene, led by the Coachella Walls project, has made it one of Southern California’s great outdoor gallery destinations.
Population
~45,000 residents
Founded
1946 — incorporated as a city
Nickname
“The City of Color”
Location
Eastern end of the Coachella Valley
Known For
Coachella Walls murals, Temalpakh Farm, Latino culture and heritage
Character
Vibrant, predominantly Latino community with deep agricultural and Indigenous roots
Explore Coachella
Our team can guide you through Coachella’s farms, trails, and local traditions.