Hidden gems: Hiking areas in Palm Springs

Discover the city's hidden treasuresβ€”remarkable spots that are relatively undiscovered but offer exceptional experiences. Our selection criteria? A rating of 4.5 or higher with fewer than 150 reviews. Explore these lesser-known yet outstanding places that promise a delightful visit in Palm Springs. This list contains 13 places from Hiking area category.

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Garstin Trailhead image
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Garstin Trailhead
Hiking area
πŸ‘πŸ‘ You can park near 3138 Barona Road. A nice loop that took us two hours was to start up the Garstin Trail, once you get near the top take the left trail down, which connects to the Earl Henderson Trail. Henderson Trail then follows the wash back to the Garstin Trailhead where you started.
4.90 (60 reviews)
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Murray Hill
Hiking area
πŸ‘πŸ‘ Great hike ... It's a cardio workout. Come prepared with plenty of water/electrolytes, hat and glasses if you going on this hike. Has a few switch-backs.
4.90 (34 reviews)
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Clara Burgess Trail
Hiking area
Challenging single 2.2-mi. national forest trail ascending 1,339 feet to a hilltop.
4.80 (16 reviews)
Murray Canyon Trail image
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Murray Canyon Trail
Hiking area
πŸ‘πŸ‘ I highly highly recommend the 2-mile (one way) Murray Canyon Trail. This was the highlight of my day! Right away I was greeted by so many blooming wildflowers over the landscape. Once I reached the creek I saw many palms that stretched on for a long distance. I got to see the Seven Sisters Waterfall...
4.70 (78 reviews)
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Araby Hike Trail
Hiking area
πŸ‘πŸ‘ I wasn't sure what to expect when I started hiking up the hillside. It wasn't a trail at all but rather what appeared to be a firebreak road. But it was a good workout because it was all uphill so I decided to keep climbing. I am so glad I did. Once I got to the top I could see the mountains ca...
4.70 (44 reviews)
Araby Trail image
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Araby Trail
Hiking area
πŸ‘πŸ‘ Nice, easy trail with great view. Parking is free and by the main road.
4.60 (92 reviews)
Araby Trailhead image
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Araby Trailhead
Hiking area
πŸ‘ Small parking area right off E Palm Canyon and Rim Road. Trail starts just off to your left as you look uphill. Hard to see it's signs among all the 'no trespassing ' signs. But a very enjoyable hike. Saw Roadrunner birds!
4.60 (86 reviews)
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Museum Trail
Hiking area
πŸ‘πŸ‘ Really beautiful even if you go a short way up the trail. It’s not an overly challenging hike, but it’s definitely a hike and not a walk.
4.60 (69 reviews)
Frank Bogert Trailhead image
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Frank Bogert Trailhead
Hiking area
πŸ‘πŸ‘ I went to do a short hike to see if I could get some sunset photos. I didn't get to complete the whole trail due to my timing but did catch a great sunset. It is a great trail with beautiful scenery. I didn't pass anyone else on the trail. Plenty of street parking available.
4.60 (68 reviews)
North Lykken Trail, north trailhead image
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North Lykken Trail, north trailhead
Hiking area
4.60 (68 reviews)
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South Lykken Trail
Hiking area
πŸ‘ This is the best trail for spotting bighorn sheep. Most often seen after passing the Josie Johnson sign heading south.
4.60 (57 reviews)
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The Ramp
Hiking area
πŸ‘πŸ‘ Really good trail with different level of difficulty. Dogs allowed. We didn’t find any benches or seat place, but we found a heart. Parking easy with a lot of car, seems safety.
4.60 (54 reviews)
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Burgess Access Trail
Hiking area
πŸ‘πŸ‘ Nice place to exercise and connect with the beauty of the desert
4.50 (28 reviews)
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