The Palm Springs route offers wildlife encounters and panoramic views.
Hiking
Into the Wild
Immerse yourself in the desertscape.
Immersed in Fall Colors: Hiking Idyllwild
Ascend Mount San Jacinto on Deer Springs Trail and enjoy one of the state park’s most popular paths.
Peak Performance
Two of the highest peaks in Southern California, San Jacinto and San Gorgonio, are within view of Palm Springs and the Coachella Valley.
Scaling Joshua Tree
Idyllwild instructor “afraid of heights” finds calling in Joshua Tree National Park.
Walking the Walk
A rich history, charming architecture, and alluring natural features make the Coachella Valley a stroller’s heaven.
Mountain High
Before the snow sets in, Idyllwild offers a scenic 5.2-mile hike named after the late cartoonist who founded the town newspaper.
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