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Favorite Desert Oasis Hikes

Forests of towering palm trees, shady streams surrounded by greenery, even an icy waterfall. Yes, you’re still in the desert. And no, it’s not a mirage. You’re exploring a tropical desert oasis, just minutes away from the lounge chairs at Santiago....

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DESERT HIKING @ LADDER CANYON

Spring months are a great time to explore the rugged desert landscape surrounding Palm Springs.  One of our favorite hikes, and one of the most unusual in southern California, is Ladder Canyon.  Beautiful scenery and lots of ladders.  You’ll feel...

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JOSHUA TREE

Winter sunshine months are the perfect time for exploring the rugged desert landscape surrounding Palm Springs.  One of our favorites is exploring some of the 80,000 preserved acres that make up Joshua Tree National Park.  Less than an hour away from...

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HIKING INDIAN CANYONS

One of the most beautiful attractions, not only in Palm Springs but all of Western North America, Indian Canyons, is a must see for any visitor, especially those who love to hike. Unlike other area desert trails, many of the Indian Canyon trails follow...

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Visiting the San Andreas Fault

It’s one of the best-known, and most menacing geological features in North America.  The San Andreas Fault is the oft-blamed continental rift responsible for plenty of earthquakes in California.  While the science of this tear in the earth’s crust...

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Desert Hikes

Winter sunshine months are the perfect time to explore the rugged desert landscape surrounding Palm Springs.  From easy walking trails to difficult terrain, outdoor enthusiasts will experience spectacular mountain vistas, waterfalls, natural streams,...

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