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Indian Canyons

Palm Springs, CA 92262
(800) 790-3398; (760) 325-3400
Ranked #7 of 65 attractions in Palm Springs
4.5 of 5 stars 64 Reviews
Type: Historic Sites, Ancient Ruins, Canyons
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15 reviews 15 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012 NEW

A beautiful place with a wonderful oasis. We went early to beat the heat, be sure to visit before 10 am. The hike is about a couple of hours with many different trails. We choose the easiest one with the most shade and we weren't disappointed. More

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Lacey, Washington
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33 reviews 33 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012 NEW

We loved our hike to Murray Canyon because we went through both open desert AND palm canyons AND across streams. Two miles in we found two waterfalls and a cold, deep pond, so we dipped all the way in and headed back. FUN. Drawbacks: signs, directions a bit vague (park where?) and the $9 admission seemed steep. More

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Palm Desert,CA
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39 reviews 39 reviews
Reviews in 20 cities Reviews in 20 cities
39 helpful votes 39 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2012
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I love hiking these trails. Some are moderate and easy to hike and when you arrive at one of the Oasis sites, it's simply magnificent. More

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Ventura, CA
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26 reviews 26 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2012

This was the highlight of my visit to Palm Springs. It was a hot day so finding this natural oasis with lots of shade was great. I think it cost us $12.00 to get in because it's on an Indian reservation. You can find coupons and they give student and senior discounts. It's very close to downtown Palm Springs -... More

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Palm Springs, California
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22 reviews 22 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2012

A most enjoyable day walking through an untouched Canyon with Palms and water running through it. A must see in Palm Springs. More

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Los Angeles, CA
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21 reviews 21 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
35 helpful votes 35 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2012

There is a walk or a hike here for everyone. If you're not up to a 3 hour round trip jaunt, then ask the guide at the front gate how to get to the 1 hour walk around the oasis. It's shady with large boulders and quite easy. More

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17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 May 2012

This is a very beautiful, short hike. A must see area. More

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Barrington, Illinois
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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 April 2012

If you are going to Palm Springs and are a novice to hiking this is the place to go if you are going to hike in the area. You do have to pay an entrance fee, but the trails are varied and you will see some great views and it will be worth you time if you only do this... More

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Livingston, Montana, United States
2 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 April 2012

Well maintained roads and parking. Gorgeous palm canyons More

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Highland
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Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 April 2012
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I have been in these canyons since the 1950's. During the sixties and early 70s I worked at the trading post in Palm Canyon. It is definitely worth a visit and a walk to both Palm Canyon and Andreas Canyon. And just for those who don't know, ask the people at the trading post if "the west fork" is running... More

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