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Desert Hot Springs California Map

Explore Desert Hot Springs, California, with this interactive street and satellite map.

This page also offers TOPO MAPS — the official USGS topographic sheets — plus USGS aerial imagery, a labelled USNG grid overlay, a distance and bearing tool, and a GPS grid-reference readout. See How to Use This Map below.

Interactive Map of Desert Hot Springs, California

How to Use This Desert Hot Springs, California Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Desert Hot Springs, California. Use the Map and Satellite buttons above to switch between street map and aerial imagery views. Use the + and − buttons to zoom in or out, or scroll your mouse wheel while holding the Control key to zoom. On a touchscreen, use a two-finger pinch gesture. Drag the map to pan to any area of California or beyond.

Click ⛶ Fullscreen to expand the map to fill your screen. To return to the normal page view, press the Escape key, click the ✕ Exit Fullscreen button that appears above the map, or on a mobile device tap the back button (Android) or the close icon (iOS).

TOPO MAPS — NEW. Click the green 🔍 Search Maps button below the map to open a second map with a Base map row offering three choices. OSM is the standard OpenStreetMap street map. Topo shows the official USGS topographic maps from The National Map — contours, hydrography, land cover and shaded relief, the same mapping used for hiking, hunting and back-country navigation in the Adirondacks, the Catskills and the Finger Lakes. Imagery shows USGS aerial photography, mostly 1-metre NAIP. The search box finds any US town, county or landmark by name, so you are not limited to Desert Hot Springs.

Reading the map like a paper quad. Click Grid to overlay the U.S. National Grid (USNG), labelled along the edges exactly as a printed topographic sheet is — at normal zoom the squares are one kilometre across, so you can read a six-figure grid reference by eye and judge distance directly off the map. Click Measure, then tap two points, to get the distance between them together with the grid bearing in degrees and mils, the true bearing, and the magnetic bearing to set on a compass.

Click 📍 My position to take a single GPS reading from your device. It marks where you are and reports your position as a USNG grid reference as well as plain latitude and longitude — USNG being the format FEMA and US search and rescue teams work from — with a Copy position button so you can paste it straight into a text message. It takes one reading and stops, rather than tracking continuously, to conserve your battery. Note that map tiles need cell coverage, but a GPS reading does not — your coordinates stay correct even where the map itself cannot load.

City	Desert Hot Springs
State	California (CA)
County	Riverside County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles)

Latitude	33.957591
Longitude	-116.542284
Population	32,512
Density	414.7 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Codes	92240, 92241
Area Code	714
County Seat	Riverside
School District	Palm Springs Unified School District

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About Desert Hot Springs, California

Desert Hot Springs is a locality in Riverside County, California, United States. It has a population of 32,512. The population density is 414.7 people per km². Desert Hot Springs is located at 33.9576°N, 116.5423°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. Desert Hot Springs is an incorporated locality. ZIP codes: 92240, 92241.

Desert Hot Springs rises from the arid floor of the Coachella Valley, where the sun bleaches the earth into shades of pale ochre and bone. It lies 9.4 miles north-northeast of Palm Springs, CA (from Palm Springs, CA: bearing 15°T), and is situated 4.8 miles north-northeast of Garnet. The landscape is defined by the stark, open expanse of the desert, where the heat shimmers above the ground throughout the long afternoons. To the north, the San Bernardino Mountains stand as a jagged, purple silhouette against the sky, marking the boundary of the high country. Deep silence settles over the nearby Blind Canyon, while the dry bed of Morongo Wash cuts a quiet path through the terrain. Residents often find solace in the expansive views, where the horizon stretches wide and the air holds a dry, singular clarity.

Desert Hot Springs emerged from the earth’s own warmth, built upon a foundation of geothermal aquifers that have long defined its purpose and growth. The local economy has historically turned toward the cultivation of these mineral-rich waters, creating an industry centered on therapeutic spas and health-oriented hospitality. This focus on wellness remains a primary driver for the people who work and live here, shaping the daily rhythm of commerce. Small businesses and service sectors support the steady influx of travelers seeking the quiet restorative properties of the region. Even as the town evolves, the reliance on these natural subterranean resources continues to anchor the regional identity.

Desert Hot Springs maintains a character defined by its blend of mid-century architectural remnants and a rugged, desert-dwelling independence. The Frank Hodge Skate Park serves as a vibrant focal point for local youth, bringing a kinetic energy to the stillness of the afternoon. Residents often gather for community events that celebrate the unique climate, favoring outdoor life when the light turns amber at dusk. While the town remains quiet, the Painted Hill Trail invites those who wish to explore the nearby slopes and observe the native flora. Although it is a place of modest scale, the spirit of Desert Hot Springs is found in the resilience of its people and the enduring heat that defines their days.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Sand To Snow National Monument (National Monument) — 2.3 mi, 000° N · 277k acres
Big Morongo Canyon Area of Critical Environmental Concern (Area of Critical Environmental Concern) — 2.9 mi, 039° NE
Mission Creek (Wild & Scenic River) — 3.6 mi, 313° NW · 2,361 acres
Coachella Valley Fringe-Toed Lizard Area of Critical Environmental Concern (Area of Critical Environmental Concern) — 4.8 mi, 181° S
San Gorgonio Wilderness Area (Wilderness Area) — 4.9 mi, 331° NW · 55k acres
Joshua Tree Wilderness Area (Wilderness Area) — 5.0 mi, 076° E · 592k acres
Joshua Tree National Park (National Park) — 5.0 mi, 076° E · 784k acres
Whitewater River (Wild & Scenic River) — 5.7 mi, 275° W · 2,246 acres
Santa Rosa And San Jacinto National Monument (National Monument) — 6.1 mi, 207° SW · 280k acres
Shiprock (Monument) — 6.4 mi, 198° S
Pacific Crest Trail National Scenic Trail (National Trail) — 7.0 mi, 269° W · 1,886 acres
San Bernardino National Forest (National Forest) — 8.0 mi, 212° SW · 683k acres
Tahquitz National Game Refuge (National Conservation Area) — 8.0 mi, 212° SW · 27k acres
Whirlwind VI. 2006 (Public Artwork) — 8.5 mi, 179° S
Frank Sinatra House (Attraction) — 8.8 mi, 177° S
Flak 37 88mm Gun (Attraction) — 8.9 mi, 166° S
Annenberg Theater (Theatre) — 9.2 mi, 183° S
Agua Caliente Cultural Museum (Museum) — 9.2 mi, 181° S
HOHMANN Palm Springs (Gallery) — 9.3 mi, 182° S
Palm Springs Aerial Tramway (Attraction) — 9.3 mi, 206° SW
Drag & Fly Tours (Attraction) — 9.3 mi, 181° S
Plaza Theatre (Theatre) — 9.3 mi, 181° S
Oasis Gallery (Gallery) — 9.4 mi, 181° S
Stewart Galleries (Gallery) — 9.4 mi, 181° S
Palm Springs Historical Society (Museum) — 9.5 mi, 182° S
Sacred Rock (Historic Ruins) — 10.3 mi, 184° S
Cock wo wit (Historic Ruins) — 10.3 mi, 184° S
High View (Viewpoint) — 11.3 mi, 046° NE
Hi-Desert Artists (Arts Centre) — 12.3 mi, 025° NE
Paradigm Cinemas (Cinema) — 12.8 mi, 029° NE

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