Tahquitz Canyon Loop Trail is a 1.7 mile heavily trafficked loop trail located near Palm Springs, California that features a waterfall and is good for all skill levels. The trail offers a number of activity options and is best used from March until October.
As of July 15, 2020, the trail is currently open but only Fri- Sun. Note: There is a $12.50 entry fee. This trail may be subject to temporary closures due to weather conditions. This is the trail that starts at the end of Mesquite Ave before arriving at Tahquitz Canyon Trailhead.
Park on right side of the curb at W. Mesquite Ave. after passing E. Palm Canyon Dr. four way light intersection.
Head west on W. Mesquite Ave. where it turns right at the mountains is the trailhead.
October 25, 2020
October 21, 2020October 20, 2020Very well maintained. does cost money $12 for adults but it's worth it as most waterfalls so easily accessible are scorned with graffiti and this one is pristine. Waterfall is only a trickle right now but the water pool below is cool and crisp and deep enough to swim.
October 19, 2020October 9, 2020spring trickling down wall into a pool. no roaring falls at this time but still awesome. nice hike very close to Palm Springs. do have to pay.
October 8, 2020Short hike perfect with kids in tow. I suggest going early part of the day to avoid extreme heat exposure as there’s little shade (from big boulders) to no shade for most part of the hike. You will be rewarded with massive shaded area at the end, great for resting and “waterfall” if timing is right. Hiked this mid October and it was dry as a bone. There was no fresh water from top, but only pool of leftover stagnant water, reaching ankle level. Husband spotted frogs in it and made his dipping feet experience short lived. Nothing special about this hike beside the larger than life rocks, making it fascinating to any newcomers.
September 26, 2020September 20, 2020Great hike with the family, loved the small water pool, even though waterfall is dry. 5yo hiked loop no problem.
September 19, 2020Was very excited to hike, drove all the way there to find out we couldn’t stand 20 feet away from the building without wearing a mask. Then was told we are required to wear a mask throughout the hike, in 100° weather... not worth it when the waterfall is dry and when you have to pay to get in.
September 11, 2020September 11, 2020SO Beautiful. The cost is worth it. I liked it maybe more than Indian Canyon... It’s a pretty easy hike at 1.7 miles, but still get’s ya movin, and if you need to the South Lykken trailhead is right at the end so you can tag on 20 - 40mins of switchbacks on to the end of your hike if you need more exercise.
September 11, 2020September 9, 2020Easy little hike on a nice day (90 degrees). Saw a lot of lizards, no snakes. A small amount of water still coming down the falls. Definitely accessible for kids and seniors.
September 6, 2020Very peaceful , not many ppl , weather was 100 by 8:30am
August 29, 2020August 26, 2020Is the trail that rocky? Is it easy enough to bring an Elderly person? not to old thou.
August 14, 2020Good 1.9 mile hike to a beautiful waterfall
August 12, 2020This trail is only open on the weekends during summer.
August 7, 2020I was really worried about this trail because of the mixed reviews but it ended up being wonderful. We went on Friday so it wasn’t too too packed and we even went at like 1 o’clock when it was super hot but it’s only like a mile and change to the waterfall in a mile and change back so it’s really not that hard of a trail in the waterfall is 100% worth it. Saw a lot of critters and tons of frogs in the waterfall. Definitely well worth the $12.50.
July 25, 2020Nice and easy hike, but very busy, including the waterfall, which is also too full to be enjoyed. The place is FULL of monkeys who decided they don’t need a mask. Super frustrating. Aaaand... the useless ranger doesn’t wear a mask either and doesn’t enforce the rules.
July 23, 2020love this hike only problem is the fee which I totally understand. take both my kids on the trail regularly one is 1 1/2 the other is 4 they love this hike! would reccomend going early since the sun is pretty intense! I soak my kids in the waterfall for the hike back! water is very cold but extremely worth checking out!
July 20, 2020It was a great experience. The trail is pretty much going uphill and little shade on the trail but once you get to the waterfall it’s so worth it
July 14, 2020Took this trail on Saturday as it opened at 7:30 and it was quite warm, but that made the cold water feel great. The waterfall got crowded by about 10 AM. Don’t go off trail as they are blocked for a reason and there were a few snakes around according to other hikers.
July 11, 2020Excellent trail. Nice climb on the way up. Waterfall at the end. Nice shady (depends on time of day) return.
July 10, 2020Is this open?
July 2, 2020June 28, 2020Exceptional hike — the waterfall is beautiful at the half point of the loop trail. There’s a small waterfall prior to the 6ft water fall that was lovely. The hike is steep and it’s not shaded majority of the time. There are many view points to enjoy. Definitely, recommend this hike when there’s less people to simply enjoy the sounds of the waterfall. We plan on returning.
