Palm Springs, California, Oregon and Arizona Hiking Trails
Are you going to be visiting the Palm Springs area? Are you interested in hiking or other outdoor activities in the Coachella Valley, Palm Springs or nearby areas? Need a place to stay in the Palm Springs area? Need info on area restaurants? Or do you want to see a movie and dine at one of the Coachella Valleys great restaurants? You can find information on where to stay while in the Coachella Valley as well. We also have information on Golf, Movies, Photography and other things to do in Palm Springs and Southern California, as well as info on Northern California, Oregon, Arizona hiking trails, and cycling information in Southern and Northern California, Oregon and Arizona.
Click on the trails below for a description and directions for the trail.
Palm Springs area trails
- Palm Springs Indian Canyon Trails - A mix of strenuous and easy hikes, the valley's most famous.
- The Araby Trail - An uphill hike that takes you past Bob Hope's house.
- The Art Smith Trail - Takes you to a palm oasis and great views of Palm Desert.
- The Bear Creek Canyon Trail - A medium difficulty hike to an oasis.
- The Berns Trail - This trail gives you great panoramic views of the valley.
- The Palm Springs Museum Trail - An uphill strenuous hike with great views.
- The Clara Burgess - This trail takes you to the top of Murray Hill.
- The Garstin Trail - Strenuous uphill hike with fantastic views of the valley.
- Desert "Bump-n-Grind" - A very popular hike for valley residents, also a great cardio hike.
- The North Lykken Trail - Uphill hike that provides great views of the valley.
- The South Lykken Trail - One of my favorite hikes in the valley.
- Coachella Valley Preserve - Several trails on or near earthquake faults.
- Mecca Hills / Painted Canyons - Beautiful slot canyon hike, one of my favorites.
Joshua Tree National Park
Idyllwild Area Hiking Trails
- Idyllwild Area Hiking Trails - Hikes you can take during the summer months.
Southern & Northern California, Oregon and Arizona Hiking
We now have information on Hiking trails in Arizona, Hiking trails in Oregon and hiking in Southern and Northern California.
- Southern California Hiking Links
- Northern California Trail links
- Arizona Hiking Links
- Oregon Hiking Links
Hiking Books For Palm Springs
Philip Ferranti's books on hiking in Palm Springs, the Coachella Valley and surrounding areas are a must have if you are planning on hiking in the area. Amazon.com also has several other books that will make your hiking adventure a great one, including books on hiking and rock climbing in Joshua Tree National Park.
Hiking and Outdoor Equipment
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For tips on how much WATER you need click above
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