The sights and sounds along the trails of the Santa Rosa and San Jacinto Mountains National Monument reward hikers with timely perspective.
Greater Outdoors
Outdoor adventure awaits in Greater Palm Springs, where championship sports, high-octane thrills, and nature trails leave lasting impressions.
Outdoor adventure awaits in Greater Palm Springs, where championship sports, high-octane thrills, and nature trails leave lasting impressions.
4 Hikes to Discover the Desert
These four desert treks will get you out of the house, away from distractions, and can be accomplished early in the morning by hikers before the temps rise.
These four desert treks will get you out of the house, away from distractions, and can be accomplished early in the morning by hikers before the temps rise.
Tips on Hiking During COVID-19 Outbreak
Friends of Desert Mountains offers advice on how to stay safe and still connect to the outdoors while exploring Coachella Valley trails.
Friends of Desert Mountains offers advice on how to stay safe and still connect to the outdoors while exploring Coachella Valley trails.
A Hike Through Time
A ranger-led trek in the Indian Canyons reveals the enduring culture of the Agua Caliente people.
Consider the incredible history of Indian Canyons and the centuries of Cahuilla life that preceded the canyon’s popularity among visitors and hikers.
Happy Trails
Rob Bignell, author of Day Hiking Trails of Palm Springs and the Coachella Valley, runs down his favorite local excursions — no matter your mood.
Rob Bignell, author of “Day Hiking Trails of Palm Springs and the Coachella Valley”, runs down his favorite local excursions — no matter your mood.
4 Reasons to Hike the Cactus Spring Trail
Like so much of the desert, there is more there than meets the eye. On foot, there are surprises waiting for those who take the time to search them out.
Like so much of the desert, there is more there than meets the eye. On foot hiking the Cactus Spring Trail in Palm Desert, there are surprises waiting.
“Happy Tails” to You and Your Dog
A fun and educational series of dog-friendly hikes on area trails promotes ethical land use and supports the recovery of the Peninsular Big Horn Sheep population.
“Happy Tails” is a fun and educational series of dog-friendly hikes on desert trails to promote ethical land use and support Big Horn Sheep recovery.
Secluded Splendor of the Seven Sisters
A morning walk through Murray Canyon captures the beauty and enchantment of an oasis in full bloom.
Murray Canyon winds into the San Jacinto Mountains in Palm Springs, meanders its way among palm trees oases before stopping at a breath-taking waterfall.
Book Details Top Palm Springs Hikes
A new travel guidebook describes more than 30 day hiking trails in Palm Springs, the Coachella Valley, and the surrounding area.
A new travel guidebook describes more than 30 day hiking trails in Palm Springs, the Coachella Valley, and the surrounding area.