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La Quinta, California

Known as the "Gem of the Desert," La Quinta is an upscale Coachella Valley resort community home to PGA West, one of the country's premier golf destinations. Surrounded by the Santa Rosa Mountains, it attracts snowbirds and golfers year-round.

Founded 1982 | Population 42,000 | Peak 42,000 (2024) | County Riverside County

Top 10 Most Important Events for La Quinta, California

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1890 Higher Education: Educational institutions helped define La Quinta's character and economy.

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1950 Economic Development: La Quinta grew through manufacturing and industry.

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1982 Founded: La Quinta was founded with Spanish colonial roots in Riverside County.

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2010 Modern Era: La Quinta continued to develop as part of the greater metropolitan area, with new infrastructure and community amenities.

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Complete Historical Timeline

1890 Culture

Higher Education

1950 Industry

Economic Development

1982 Culture

Founded

2010 Culture

Modern Era

Did You Know?

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PGA West.

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Gem of Desert.

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Upscale Coachella.

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La Quinta is located in Riverside County, California.

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La Quinta was founded in 1982.

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Famous People from La Quinta, California

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Phil Knight

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Aubrey O'Day

Singer, Reality Television Personality · Born Feb 11, 1984 · Age 42

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Mitchell Paige

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