The Indian Wells Tennis Garden Practice Courts can be tricky to navigate, but once you're there, you absolutely won't regret it.

Tucked away in the southwest corner of Tennis Paradise, crowds flock to them first thing in the morning to catch a glimpse (or a seat if lucky) of their favorite stars in action. Players train, laugh, smile and interact with the fans as they tune up for what's to come on the Stadium courts of Indian Wells.

But the practice courts can often be the closest place you can get to the superstars in the desert, and for that reason, they carry their own special magic and lore with them.

See some of the top photos of Practice Court Heaven, the best kept (not so) secret inTennis Paradise.