Palm Desert GPS tracks

The Fortynine Palms Trail offers a scenic and somewhat strenuous journey into the heart of Joshua Tree National Park. As hikers ascend the ridge, they are treated to panoramic desert views, featuring stark rocky landscapes and vibrant desert flora like barrel cacti, creosote bushes, and the occasional spiny…

Distance: 3.1 mi • Elevation gain: 692 ft • Maximum elevation: 3,081 ft

The hike to San Jacinto Peak is a stunning journey through diverse landscapes, starting with a steep ascent that transitions into tranquil alpine meadows. As you make your way through Round Valley and past Wellman Divide, the trail gradually opens to reveal expansive views of the Coachella Valley and…

Distance: 10.5 mi • Elevation gain: 2,575 ft • Maximum elevation: 10,761 ft

The Tahquitz Canyon Loop Trail offers a moderate hike through the striking desert landscape, showcasing vivid rock formations and native vegetation. As you trek through the canyon, you’ll encounter culturally significant rock art and be treated to a spectacular view of Tahquitz Falls, which cascades over the…

Distance: 1.7 mi • Elevation gain: 390 ft • Maximum elevation: 915 ft

Loop hike from Mountain Palm Springs Trailhead via Pygmy Grove, Southwest Grove, Surprise Canyon Grove, Palm Bowl Grove, Indian Valley and North Grove in the Anza-Borrego Desert State Wilderness. #Hike #Loop #Nature #Mountain #Wilderness

Distance: 3.8 mi • Elevation gain: 633 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,191 ft

Hike from Palm Springs to Murray Hill in the Santa Rosa and San Jacinto Mountains National Monument. #Hike #Mountain #Nature #Desert

Distance: 3.7 mi • Elevation gain: 1,660 ft • Maximum elevation: 2,172 ft

Hike from Palm Springs on Araby Trail in Santa Rosa and San Jacinto Mountains Monument. #Hike #Nature #Mountains #Desert

Distance: 1.6 mi • Elevation gain: 1,004 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,319 ft

Loop hike from Palm Desert on the Bump and Grind Trail in the Santa Rosa and San Jacinto Mountains National Monument. #Hike #Loop #Mountain #Desert #Nature

Distance: 4.0 mi • Elevation gain: 1,299 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,283 ft

Hike on the Art Smith Trail in the Santa Rosa and San Jacinto Mountains National Monument. #Hike #Desert #Nature #Mountains

Distance: 8.0 mi • Elevation gain: 2,320 ft • Maximum elevation: 2,467 ft

Hikeon the McCallum Trail from Thousands Palms Oasis to McCallum Pond in the Coachella Valley Preserve. #Hike #Nature #Forest #Desert #Lake

Distance: 1.4 mi • Elevation gain: 190 ft • Maximum elevation: 719 ft

Loop hike to Pushawalla Palms and Hidden Palms in the Coachella Valley Preserve. #Hike #Loop #Nature #Desert

Distance: 4.9 mi • Elevation gain: 725 ft • Maximum elevation: 827 ft

Hike from Palm Springs on Museum Trail in Santa Rosa and San Jacinto Mountains National Monument. #Hike #Mountain #Nature #Desert

Distance: 0.8 mi • Elevation gain: 853 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,339 ft

Hike from Palm Desert to The Cross in the Santa Rosa and San Jacinto Mountains National Monument. #Hike #Mountain #Desert #Nature

Distance: 1.1 mi • Elevation gain: 679 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,007 ft

Hike to the Fortynine Palms Oasis (or 49 Palms Oasis) by the Fortynine Palms Trail in the Joshua Tree National Park. #Hike #Nature #Desert #Mountain #Park #Forest

Distance: 1.5 mi • Elevation gain: 407 ft • Maximum elevation: 3,077 ft

Hike to Goat Canyon Trestle via Mortero Palms in the Anza-Borrego Desert State Wilderness. #Hike #Canyon #Nature #Desert #Canyon #Mountain #Wilderness

Distance: 5.6 mi • Elevation gain: 2,034 ft • Maximum elevation: 3,297 ft

Loop hike from Indian Palms Trailhead to Pushawalla Palms in the Indio Hills Palms Park. #Hike #Loop #Nature #Desert #Forest #Park

Distance: 4.8 mi • Elevation gain: 741 ft • Maximum elevation: 823 ft