Indian Canyons

Category: Nature preserve in Palm Springs, California

Address: 38520 S Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, CA 92264, USA

Phone: +17603236018

Opening hours

Sunday: 8AM–4PM

Monday: Closed

Tuesday: Closed

Wednesday: Closed

Thursday: Closed

Friday: 8AM–4PM

Saturday: 8AM–4PM

Reviews

Margaret Hansen

May 4, 2022

Andreas Canyon is a lovely one hour loop hike that's mostly shaded. It's home to the world’s second-largest California Fan Palm oasis. We all loved it so much. We went early in the morning (around 9:30am in April) which was perfect. Cost was $12 per adult which we paid at the ranger station. They accepted a credit card. Great for kids. Love seeing all this water in the desert.Just watch for rattle snakes. We didn't see any but other hikers told us they had seen one. I would go again. It really was so amazing!

chris jackson

Apr 19, 2022

Wow! Truly an amazing place. The pictures don’t do it justice. It feels like a cathedral made of giant palms and rock. One of the most amazing places I’ve ever seen.

Stacy Moore

Mar 15, 2022

Hiked the West Fork North Trail (Streneous) It's best to access the West Fork North Trail from the West the East Fork. Came in March and saw brilliant field of wild flowers, teddy bear cholla and agave along the scenic trail, This stunning view into canyon. Bring lots of water and use wear hiking boots because of rocks.

Dan Clark

Dec 18, 2021

We went for a hike here, did the Victor to the Palm Canyon Trails (with a bit of the Fern Trail at the very beginning), early morning in the winter. It was a great hike, a nice loop that let us see two different perspectives of Palm Canyon and the surrounding area. We decided to do the more exposed, higher elevation trail first, which turned out to be a good idea. The sun was not yet blazing, so it was still pleasant enjoying the sunshine and views from up high. Then we circled down into the canyon, which was wonderfully cool and even a little damp, probably because it had rained pretty hard just two days before. It was a relaxing, non-strenuous way to end the trip, with the sun filtering through all the palms above us.

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Questions & Answers

Where do you enter the park and where do the trails start - is there a visitors center or something?

Nina Tuxen | Aug 28, 2018
David Russell | Aug 28, 2019

Use the GPS on your phone for directions. Put in "Indian Canyons Palm Springs". It will direct you. There is a gaurd house.about 1/8 of a mile in to the reservation drive. All the way at the end of one of the roads there is a trading post. Maps are posted at the parking lots. The trails start at a number of different locations. There is a desk for The Agua Caliente Indian Canyons at the tram visitors center which is no where near the main trails, on the other side of town. Tickets for the tram are a separate desk from the Indians. At the tram location they will be able to help you more, as they do not have a line of cars waiting to get into the canyons. It is confusing I know. Alternatively, one could call them, or go on their website, which updates trail closures. And has of all things, believe it or not, maps. https://www.indian-canyons.com/

Can I ride my bike in this area?

Maria Marzola | Aug 28, 2018
Mark Mills | Aug 28, 2018

yes but good trails are limited

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is there any thermal waters and a hotel near by?

Peds Rehab MCH | Aug 28, 2019
Lars Schlüter | Aug 28, 2019

There is a Best Western near by.

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Are Indian Canyons open in December-January? If yes what is the schedule? Thanks.

Catherine Jarry | Aug 28, 2018
Swami | Aug 28, 2018

Yes, they are open

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What's the fee to go into the park

Veronica Gonzalez | Aug 28, 2018
Justin Kiesz | Aug 28, 2018

$9 per adult and $7 per student

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Is there a zip line?

mae abner | Aug 28, 2018
Swami | Aug 28, 2018

Not in the Indian canyons, but you can find one very near

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Is the park open during the week?

Cyndi Andrzejewski | Aug 28, 2018
Chantal Hutton | Aug 28, 2019

From October till June. You can get the park 7 days a week summer months only Friday Saturdays and Sunday

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Are you open on Thursday Thanksgiving?

Paulette Azad | Aug 28, 2018
Nate Engh Stein | Aug 28, 2018

No

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Are dogs allowed

Phoenix Neri | Apr 29, 2022
Jess Albino | Apr 29, 2022

No animals allowed...except horses. Sorry.

Is the temperature very hot?

mary martinez | Aug 27, 2020
Teresa Mejia | Aug 27, 2020

If it is very hot I recommend that you bring very cold water and a hat because the temperature is more than 100 degrees

How long is the hike?

Monique Chongtoua | Aug 27, 2020
Connie Norris | Aug 27, 2020

There are. 3 differant trails. A 15mile.A 4mile

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Is it pet freindly

Daniel Manley | Aug 27, 2020
Michael Ferguson | Aug 27, 2020

No pets.

what is the entry cost?

Robert Norris | Aug 27, 2020
Keith Ehrensing | Aug 27, 2020

There is a single entry fee to several canyons, like a day use fee you might encounter elsewhere. Adults are $9.00, Seniors $7.00

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Will the park be open tomorrow rain or shine? I have a group of people that want to horseback ride there tomorrow.

Martha Strickler | Aug 27, 2020
Titin Duverdon | Aug 27, 2020

I can't answer i'm not in the USA now.

Is it free to go or do you have to pay?

e e | Aug 27, 2020
David Rosazza | Aug 27, 2020

It is totally worth the admission proce

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Are dogs allowed at Indian Canyons Nature Preserve?

Corvinius9 | Aug 28, 2019
David Russell | Aug 28, 2019

Not sure which "Indian Canyons' you are referring to. On their website they say "No animals" https://www.indian-canyons.com/safety

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Do they have wifi in the main entrance? Or somewhere to request Uber?

Pipin | Aug 28, 2019
Grant Jack | Aug 28, 2019

I don't think they have wifi, depending on your cell service, you should be fine.

Is this hike stroller friendly?

Jill Curtis | Aug 28, 2019
Andy J Kennedy | Aug 28, 2019

I would agree, this is a rocky up and down train, sometimes quite narrow, through almost 10 water crossings when it's wet.

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do i need permit to hike

ROBERT SKINNER | Aug 28, 2019
David Russell | Aug 28, 2019

There is an entrance fee.

Are dogs allowed?

Josie Castillo | Aug 28, 2019
David Russell | Aug 28, 2019

No. Maybe a service dog. It is a fragile desert environment. Dogs can introduce parasites with fecal matter, and may interact in other negative ways with wildlife and plants. Beyond that there are rattlesnakes.

Where is the parking lot and how much do we have to pay, thank you.

Yara Ramos | Aug 28, 2019
Grant Jack | Aug 28, 2019

Parking is at various locations and there is a fee per person (depending on age) to enter the park.

Is the canyon open today February 16? If I want to hike the Victor trail loop will I be able to cross the river?

Janette Braun | Aug 28, 2019
Swami | Aug 28, 2019

Best bet is to call them

Can you walk dogs on this trail?

Lucy Lu | Aug 28, 2019
Ian Incolumis | Aug 28, 2019

Nope. Not on indian land.

Can you bring an emotional support animal with you?

Julianna Wisnewski | Aug 28, 2019
Jesus Rocha | Aug 28, 2019

No

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Are there docents to hike with you?

Margot Kaufman | Aug 28, 2019
Randy f_a_t_chef Montañez | Aug 28, 2019

Yes there is an out post, at which they have a snack shop, Souvenirs, and there are park rangers to answer any questions you might have about the areas history or trails.

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How much is the horse back riding here?

Jessica Barahona | Aug 28, 2019
Rosie Martinez | Aug 28, 2019

$125 I believe to do the guide. Worth it

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Can you take a non service dog on these trails?

Jessica Barahona | Aug 28, 2019
Robert Wheeler | Aug 28, 2019

They are not allowed

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Can I take my dog?

Krys Blackmun | Aug 28, 2019
anna jordan | Aug 28, 2019

yes you can. just make sure to give it water. it can be fairly hot there.

Is the park open tomorrow? 27th September??

nikki snell | Aug 28, 2019
Swami | Aug 28, 2019

Yes, most definitely

Are the canyons closed due to the fires & air quality?

Darline Merida | Aug 28, 2018
Mark Mills | Aug 28, 2018

Sorry don't know the only way is to phone them directly

Can you bring your dogs with you?

Michelle Bernardino | Aug 28, 2018
Robert Wheeler | Aug 28, 2018

No dogs allowed

Is there a parking fee?

Yaya | Aug 28, 2018
Elena Omelchenko | Aug 28, 2018

No, just 9.00 entrance fee

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What is the cost to walk in the canyon, is. the trading post open

Stan Kendall | Aug 28, 2018
Eric Youngquist | Aug 28, 2018

I think its 8 dollars and yes trading post is open.

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Can you bring a dog

Namita Eveloy | Aug 28, 2018
Rosie Martinez | Aug 28, 2018

I wouldn't.

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Are you open weekends? If so how early?

Victoria Torrez | Aug 28, 2018
Bryan Barnes | Aug 28, 2018

8am to 5pm every day

How much to get into the park?

Trevor Timpsom | Aug 28, 2018
Tim Goodrich | Aug 28, 2018

$9 for adults, $7 for seniors, kids 6 - 12 $6.

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Do You Take Public School Feild Trips For All Ages?

Itzedgar_bruh | Aug 28, 2018
Randy f_a_t_chef Montañez | Aug 28, 2018

I believe that they do. Different types of trials from beginners to advanced to accommodate different age groups.

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Can you take other than service dogs?

Jay Baker | Aug 28, 2018
Mark Mills | Aug 28, 2018

No

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How can a canyon close at 5pm? Surely the trails are always accessible?

The Moore | Aug 28, 2018
Fearocious Fearocious | Aug 28, 2018

It will get dark about that time

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Has anyone ever had a little ceremony her to renew wedding vows?

joenie miranda | Aug 28, 2018
Mark Mills | Aug 28, 2018

I've never heard of it here.

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I didn't see information regarding horseback riding... is that at the main entrance? How much is the cost to ride? Are there different options for rides? Thank you.

Jack Pike | Aug 28, 2018
Spaghetti 60 | Aug 28, 2018

Entrance to the canyon is not accessible by horse. Only by foot for the strongest able bodied small children and handicap won't work well

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Are there wheelchair accessible areas in this park?

Carol Pilgrim | Aug 28, 2018
Scott Collins | Aug 28, 2018

Not much in the way of ADA guidelines, but you can access the parking/picnic area at Andrea's Canyon. Its undeveloped though, so pushing a wheelchair might be rough. Check with guard gate at entrance.

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Are 🐕 allow?

Evelyn Monterroso | Aug 28, 2018
Robert Wheeler | Aug 28, 2018

No Pet's Allowed

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are you open on new years day

Kesti Miller M | Aug 28, 2018
Niti Kevin Patel | Aug 28, 2018

Yes

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Can one bring their own horses and ride the canyons? Is there a place that will board them on a daily rate?

Cathy Andrews | Aug 28, 2018
Mark Mills | Aug 28, 2018

the only way to find out is to contact them directly I'm afraid.

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Open on Christmas Eve?

Ashley Foster | Aug 28, 2018
Fearocious Fearocious | Aug 28, 2018

I expect that they will be open. Maybe give them a call to confirm.

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Can I bring my dog?

Lucien Wolff | Aug 28, 2018
Arturo Bautista | Aug 28, 2018

no dogs allowed anymore

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