16.a. Pachyderm Paradise on Harvard Road is a private residence but could pass for a ‘mini-museum’ and the owners, Dee & “Castro” are very hospitable and like meeting new people. If you call ahead (760/257-9236) they would love to show off their collection of over 3,300 elephants.

      Dee has been collecting for over 30 years and has elephants from all over the world in just about every shape and form imaginable.

      There are 65 collections within the collection i. e., cookie jars, plates, toys, spoons, Dumbo, mugs & glasses, wind chimes, salt & pepper shakers, candles, tea sets, music boxes, buttons, picture frames, book marks, key chains, teapots, Precious Moments, Babar, clocks, etc., etc. In the month of December they also have an 8’ Christmas tree loaded with (only) elephant ornaments!

      The property has a lake with waterfall and lots of shade trees and was included in Huell Howser’s Road Trip in May 2001. Huell Howser called it a little Paradise. Dee and Castro think so too. They are relatively new to Newberry Springs but have found the ideal spot for their retirement.