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Trail Discovery Hiking Tours

P O Box 554, Palm Springs, CA 92263
760 861-6292
Ranked #2 of 13 tours in Palm Springs
5.0 of 5 stars 16 Reviews
Type: Tours
Owner description: Providing magical hiking & walking wilderness experiences. Allow yourself to re-connect with nature and the peacefulness within. Joshua Tree NP,...... more » Owner description: Providing magical hiking & walking wilderness experiences. Allow yourself to re-connect with nature and the peacefulness within. Joshua Tree NP, Indian Canyons, San Andreas fault, San Jacinto State park, all just waiting for you to Discover! 20 years of professionally guided trips in the deserts, mountains & canyons in Palm Springs, Ca. We guarantee a great experience! « less
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Paris
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5 reviews 5 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012 NEW

Scott is a the best guide for the Indian Canyon trek with continuous observations of fauna and flora. He was also very kind to adapt his conversation to my level in english. We had a tour of 5 hours in the canyons with great views and I could swim in a natural swimming pool. If you go to Palm Springs,... More

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Scott Scott, Owner at Trail Discovery Hiking Tours, responded to this review
25 May 2012

Thank you Anne, you a pleasure to spend the morning with, and after a a long overseas flight & a 4 hr. "traffic jam" commute from LA, I could tell this is just what you needed! It was great to be able to cool off in the comforting pools under the palms. Thanks again for your review! Scott 2 More

Santa Rosa, California
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012 NEW

I hired Scott in early May for a full-day excursion from Palm Springs to visit Joshua Tree. It was the highlight of a 5-day trip filled with many other spectacular hikes, none of which compared to the experience Scott creates for his clients. From the moment he picked me up, Scott was taking care of the day's details, discussing what... More

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Scott Scott, Owner at Trail Discovery Hiking Tours, responded to this review
25 May 2012

Cheryl, I really appreciate you taking the time to write & post this review, as these are very helpful to others considering our service. You referred to "creating an experience", which is what I work at doing, since I want your time to be special. I look forward to another fun & educational adventure with you next time around! Scott... More

Edmonton, Canada
2 reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 March 2012

This was our second trip to Indian Canyons. The first time we did the short loop through the Andreas Oasis on our own. This time we were looking for a guided hike and we hired Scott to take us to the Stone Pools at Palm Canyon. The 5 hour trek was a wonderful and challenging adventure. While Scott warned us... More

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Scott Scott, Owner at Trail Discovery Hiking Tours, responded to this review
18 March 2012

Thanks a bunch for taking the time to offer your response to your experience with us here at Trail Discovery. I've heard many others agree that going with a guide can greatly increase a persons overall experience on many outdoor trips. Attracting fun, open-minded, people with an adventurous spirit like yourself, makes our job really fun! I look forward to... More

Indianapolis, Indiana
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 March 2012

We have enjoyed tours in Athens, Istanbul, St. Petersburg, Paris and Cairo, and this ranked right at the top. Not only was Scott tremendously knowledeable across a wide variety of topics, but he was the nicest and most sincere person we have had the pleasure of spending 6 hours. If you truly want a spectacular tour with an outstanding guide... More

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Scott Scott, Owner at Trail Discovery Hiking Tours, responded to this review
16 March 2012

Thanks so much for your kind comments, it was a real pleasure taking the 2 of you out with the others to Joshua Tree Nat'l park. It's always a great validation to hear compliments from experienced travelers like you, that what we do here at Trail Discovery is making a lasting, positive impression on others. Hope to get the opportunity... More

Elkhorn, Nebraska
2 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 February 2012

Scott took us on an extraordinary 5 hour hike through the beautiful Indian Canyons to 7 Sisters. We loved the time he took to explain the environment, focusing on not just the sights, but also the smells. Beautiful. Thanks for the invigorating day Scott! It was the highlight of my trip. More

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Scott Scott, Owner at Trail Discovery Hiking Tours, responded to this review
7 February 2012

Hi, It was great taking the 2 of you on a good, workout hike. That morning air, along with the great views & a couple waterfalls are hard to beat! If it gets too cold in NE. remember, the desert is just a plane ride away! scott 2 More

London, United Kingdom
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 November 2011

Me and my partner read about Scott's guided hikes on tripadvisor before we went on holiday to California and from the moment we made contact with him and got the first email reply, we knew that we had made the right decision to spend part of our precious holiday time having a guided hike with him. He recommended places for... More

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Scott Scott, Owner at Trail Discovery Hiking Tours, responded to this review
7 February 2012

Thanks for that sincere review, it's always a real pleasure to contribute to others enjoyment & hopefully help re instill our "sense of wonder"! Hope we can do it again! scott 2 More

La Jolla, California
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 June 2011
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Scott is a consummate hiking guide. He took us through the Agua Caliente Canyons where we did a little trail, cross-country and bouldering. What an amazing experience! We had no idea that there was so much beauty and history so close to dowtown Palm Springs. Scott really helped us get the most out of the experience by providing us with... More

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Scott Scott, Owner at Trail Discovery Hiking Tours, responded to this review
9 June 2011

Hi, Thanks very much for your kind compliments, I really enjoyed taking you out to that magical area of the Indian Canyons, look forward to other adventures! scott 2 More

Houston, Texas
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5 reviews 5 reviews
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2011
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people found this review helpful

Scott took us on an amazing hike through Indian Canyon! He suggested taking the Murray Canyon trail which turned out to be a perfect hike for both of us. We crossed the desert floor then slowly descended into a beautiful canyon. The canyon floor had a picturesque stream flowing through it and we crossed it many times. We eventually wound... More

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Scott Scott, chief guide at Trail Discovery Hiking Tours, responded to this review
9 June 2011

Thank you for your words, I always enjoy taking folks like you out who appreciate the beauty of nature & like learning about their surroundings. Love that cooling effect of that waterfall! scott 2 More

Cincinnati
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 April 2011

We recently returned from hiking with Scott from Trail Discovery and experienced the most spectacular hiking in the desert! Scott's knowledge and love of the area is infectious and without him, we would never have been able to go off trail and discovery the beauty of the desert, waterfalls and foliage in full bloom! Don't miss this opportunity, it will... More

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Scott Scott, chief guide at Trail Discovery Hiking Tours, responded to this review
9 June 2011

I'm glad I was able to guide you to that amazing spot off the beaten path. You hit the desert at just the right time, as it comes alive. Look forward to another great adventure! Scott 2 More

Asheville, North Carolina
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 April 2011
1
person found this review helpful

We thoroughly enjoyed our 6 hour hike throught at Palm Canyon with Scott Scott. He knew a lot about the desert vegetation and history of the area. The hike was enough scrambling and adventure for my 16 year old boys, but very manageable for me! I would highly recommend Trail Discovery if you want to see and learn about the... More

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Scott Scott, chief guide at Trail Discovery Hiking Tours, responded to this review
9 June 2011

Hi, Glad we were able to get your family out on this hike. It's great to have parents exposure their kids to the beauty & intrigue of nature! Scott 2 More

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