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Desert Christ Park

4.2 (43 reviews)
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The starting point.
Tony H.

One a recent trip out to the Palm Springs area this place came up on our list of site seeing things to do. As you can see from the pictures this park is a bunch of different type of Jesus statues. It's an ok way to kill time 30-45 minutes out here. I wouldn't say this is a "must" see out here, but if you have the time to spare it's cool enough to checkout and find out the history and story behind this park.

Zan L.

Roadside attractions seem to be a dying thing so it's refreshing to see that there are some still out there. This is a quirky and quick thing to do while visiting the area. It's not very large so you can walk the whole ground in less than a half an hour, but it is really interesting to see. It's been open since the early 50s and the sculpture work is definitely very professional. They have a parking lot right next to it however, it is off-road and a bit bumpy so not suited for a lowered car. I would recommend for everyone to see it at least once.

Jing J.

I just want to thank Roxanne, the Manager for sending her husband Art to meet us at the park so we can go inside the little beautiful chapel and for accepting my small gift for the birds. This is an experience, what a beautiful little trip!

It is a very interesting place, esp. if you know a bit of the life of Jesus Christ. This was our first time here, as we had an exhibit to attend in Yucca Valley in the evening. Stop by booth on your entrance, get a brochure and follow the Statue numbers (10 + Rock Chapel). With each statue number, there are usually a few more statues to supplement the main theme. Total of 40+ statues

Kevin M.

An interesting place to visit when you're out and about in Yucca Valley and just want to look around and see something new. There is a lot of history in this area including Desert Christ Park!

Javier A.

Beautiful park to visit with your family and friends.Stopped by after visiting Pappy and Harriet's restaurant to take a little walk. Highly recommend coming here and bringing the kids.

Jon S.

Umm not really sure what to think of this place. It's a bunch of statues of Christ set up in a mini trail, with each statue numbered--set up sorta like a mini golf course, if that makes any sense. Ok, it doesn't. I guess just check it out if you're in the area and looking for a unique experience that involves some walking around. Plus it's dog friendly! Pico, our Frenchie, enjoyed sniffing his way around the grounds. I honestly enjoyed it the oddness of it all. The status are well done, in fairly decent shape, and well organized that gets you walking around and seeing everything at different angles. Unfortunately we went in the late afternoon, so it was pretty toasty and the lighting for pics was just aight. I'm sure at sunset it looks really cool. A unique experience and way to kill 45 mins.

Max S.

This park is interesting. After reading the yelp reviews, I had to come see it for myself. The park is large enough for a nice short stroll. It's true, Jesus is everywhere, in the form of white sculptures, throughout the park. There is a small chapel on the grounds. A quiet place to pray or meditate. There is also a nice sized amphitheater with bleachers. Not sure if they do, but they should hold plays or concerts there. It's perfect for it. Parking wise, you can drive up through the gates and up the dirt road, and park. Location wise, the park is across the street from either apartments or condos, and you can park on the street, too. There is actually a church right next door to the park. No restrooms available. The doors are painted shut.

Scott S.

This park is basically a religion shrine created by the sculptor Antone Martin. It is made up of sculptures of Jesus, Mary and his disciples. As it is a religious shrine it has to be viewed as such. To describe this park, it is a fairly small area geographically speaking, but the statues are spread across a fairly large area. It's important to keep in mind what you will actually encounter when you come here because I've known some people expected way more than what is available. As stated, there is a number of religious statues. Some of them are in very poor condition. The park apparently attempts to restore the statues as time goes along. But, not all of them are in pristine condition. There is also an outdoor stage at this park. This would be an ideal place for plays or perhaps small musical performances as there is quite a lot of bleacher seating available. There is also a very nice small chapel. This chapel is very well-maintained and would be a nice and quiet place for the religious person to sit down and pray or meditate. One of the things to be warned about at this park is there are a number of sticker bushes in association with some cacti. These sticker bushes can be quite painful and they will easily rip your clothing if you walk too closely to them So, keep your eyes open because it doesn't feel good when they stick into your leg. Getting to this park is fairly easy. It is located off of 29 Palms Highway and if you turn on your GPS you should have no problem finding it. Overall, as long as you don't go there with too many high expectations, this is a fun place to visit.

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Nyla M.

This place just boggles the mind. I mean, this is the life work of a man who clearly entered another plane of reality while living in the desert. These giant statues of Christ were all sculpted over many decades by Antone Martin, a self taught sculptor (you go, Sir!) to create another roadside attraction that would hopefully lure in some donations. He has sadly passed over but the conservative Assembly next door has conveniently taken over managing the grounds and soliciting the donations. Many of the sculptures need serious attention, what with missing limbs and the like. The sculptures are definitely odd. There is a frisky Christ, a sitting contemplative or two, traditional mansplaining Christ, some bald old bearded guy who may or may not represent Christ after he took Buddhist vows (or John?), and others who seem placed to maximize their socializing opportunities. It is rumored that a Mary resides there but I found nothing cis-gendered female enough to verify). These are rather rough hewn, folk sculptures. The hands are massive and fingers and faces variable. The energy that created them is decidedly old school male. The landscape is kept immaculate. There is a bathroom for public use. It may or may not be open. The park is free-though ample boxes, buckets and wishing wells exist to accept your shekels. If you donate, perhaps you should designate the funds are for repairing Mr. Martin's life's labor and NOT to the ongoing operations of the clearly well funded church which has adopted this project. If you appreciate desert oddities, or are a "true believer" seeking a quick fix, then this one is up your alley.

Wayne S.

Scenic Yucca Valley,located in Southern California,features many intersting places to see and things to do. We recently visited The Desert Christ Park that features the sculpting work of artist Antone Martin.This collection of steel and reinforced concrete sculptures features places from bible experiences of The Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. The project was unveiled on Resurrection/Easter Sunday in 1951and continued being added to through 1961.It was a collaboration of Antone Martin and Reverend Eddie Garver as a bench mark for "peace on earth and good will". There is no charge to visit,free parking,restroom and a bench to sit on and have a pik nik or relax! You can walk around the stunning sculptures in about 30-45 minutes so it makes for a nice stop on your Yucca Valley/Joshua Tree/ 29 Palms adventure! There is lots of great photo/IG opportunities here of the park and the scenic views of Yucca Valley from the park. Set on a beautiful hillside near Yucca Valleys Hwy 62,Desert Christ Park is open daily till dark and is a great stop for everyone who is visiting Yucca Valley,Joshua Tree,29 Palms and beyond! . . . . #desertchristpark #antonemartin #reverendeddiegarver #jesuschrist #yuccavalley #californiadeserts #hwy62 #waynesalvatti #seetheusa #photografxworldwide #sculpture #art #concreteart #concrete #joshuatreenationalpark #joshuatree #29palms #29palmshwy #jthavn #visityuccavalley #sculptures #desertart #yuccavalleyart #iloveyuccavalley #ilovejoshuatree #ilove29palms #californiadreamin #californiadreaming #beblessed #godisgood

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Delightful time. Very good pamphlets. Lovely parking lot and picnic area. Lots of good plants.

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A nice place to be alone and think or pray. You sicko's stay away.

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