4.5Indian Canyons(1.604 reviews) - lovely one Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Historic Sites • Ancient Ruins • Canyons
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 amazingSee more..
4.5Runyon Canyon Park(1.233 reviews) - Great hike and great views! Canyons • Parks
Located off Mulholland Drive in the Hollywood Hills, this park is especially loved by dog-lovers since they can hike with their dogs without a leash.See more..
4.5Kings Canyon(956 reviews) - Circular walk is spectacular but only for the fit and don’t attempt after 7am on hot days National Parks • Canyons
Kings Canyon National Park is named for this large canyon, perfect for hiking.See more..
4.5Tahquitz Canyon(747 reviews) - Should not have to pay for a hike. Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Canyons
This was a beautiful little two mile hike and definitely worth going on. There are quite a bit of steps heading up to the waterfall so it could be exhausting for some. It is a loop so you get to see a lot of different scenery which is nice. There was a stream for most of the way up and a nice waterfall at the top. It is a very small area and lots of people taking pictures so it does get a little crowded at the top with people stopping and then you waiting a bit. The downside is that you have to pay $12.50 per person which I find to be ridiculous. I have never had to pay to go on a single hike before. I would have been ok with $5, so I feel it was too expensive but it was a nice little hike. Also, if you get there really early in the morning, there is a line to get in because there is only one person working the register. They really need to get a second person in there to help. Would have given 5 stars but the fact that I had to pay I gave it four.See more..
4.5Golden Canyon(630 reviews) - Unexpected Beauty in the Desert Canyons
These fan-shaped mountains created by the deposits of millions of years of flash floods are a good place for day hikes.See more..
4.5Agua Caliente Indian Canyons(535 reviews) - Easy hike near Palm Springs Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Canyons • Parks
Considered sacred to the Cahuilla Indians and of historical importance to scientists and nature lovers, these canyons provide a range of outdoor recreational activities for visitors.See more..
Hands down our favorite trail on this trip. The scrambles were a blast and the end is just so neat to imagine water rushing over. It’s busy at the start and then thins out as you go and people turn back. We had downloaded the All Trails map in advance, which was helpful to navigate one section that had a change in trail due to some rock blocking the trail. There are also rock arrows that people have made in the trail to help navigate.See more..
We stopped at Natural Bridge after visiting Badwater Basin. I wasn't sure if we'd have time for this, but glad we could squeeze it in. The trail leads about 3/4 mile through a narrow canyon. The natural bridge is about half way down the trail and is very impressive. Its about 35 feet high and 35 feet thick. Just past the bridge is a tall, dry waterfall along the side. The trail seems to end at another dry waterfall, but continues if you climb up. I didn't think it was too hard, about half the people on the trail when we were there did it and the other half waited at the bottom. There's another dry waterfall to climb up and then it ends at a bigger one that is probably impassable to most people. All in all, a fun hike and very cool geological features.See more..
4.5Palm Canyon(231 reviews) - A desert oasis Canyons • Deserts
It's amazing to be in a true desert oasis and imagine what life was like for the Cahuilla people who's ancestral home this is. There are about 2000 of California Fan Palms here in Palm Canyon and makes this the place where the largest collection of them can be found anywhere. There is a fee to enter Indian Canyons but it's totally worth it to see all this amazing natural desert beauty.See more..
4.5Painted Canyon(226 reviews) - MUST DO when you are in Palm desert area Canyons
A variety of colors paint the rocks here, giving this unique location its name.See more..
4.5Eaton Canyon(183 reviews) - Great hike - but don't expect to see waterfalls in autumn Friday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Nature & Wildlife Areas • Canyons
I hiked in this Canyon last week. I highly recommend it if you're looking to return to nature/get away from the busy city. Notes: because it has been so dry, the waterfall was barely a trickle Most of the signs are in poor condition (see pic below) so make sure you have access to the trail directions before you stop hiking. I accidentally added an extra 4 miles and 2000 foot elevation gain I read several reviews on alltrails about this being a shady hike, but if you hike it after 3 p.m., it isn't. Take more water than you think you need. Parking was plentiful and free.See more..
4.5Borrego Palm Canyon Nature Trail(112 reviews) - Great for Spotting Bighorn Sheep and Palm Tree Oasis Spent 2-3 hours Nature & Wildlife Areas • Canyons • Hiking Trails
This particular spot was part of our first adventure hike. It was amazing, breathtaking, and exciting. The best part was the bighorn sheep. They are not shy and must love the camera. It was the first time I have been this close to them Then we ventured to the palm tree oasis another area of beauty and interest. It was truly a great 1st stop adventure for us. Definitely, a return spot to explore especially in the evening. Gorgeous view of the stars.See more..
The slots are a must see you when you come to Anza Borrego. Sometimes you will pay a fee, so keep a $10 bill on you. There is some scrambling to get in and out of the canyon, and once you’re in the canyon there’s some tight spots. We go there every time we come to the desert because it’s such a wonderful experienceSee more..
Franklin Canyon Park rests on 605 acres near the center of Los Angeles between the San Fernando Valley and Beverly Hills. Within the park boundaries are chaparral, grasslands and oak woodlands, a three-acre lake, an ADA-accessible duck pond, expansive picnic grounds, and over five miles of hiking trails.See more..
4.5Coyote Canyon(45 reviews) - Road has been graded and is passable in a sedan now! Canyons • Deserts
Popular day hiking area for desert lovers.See more..
Families, singles, couples all gather here...small but big enough to just hang out...people with dogs love it too...See more..
4.5Ice House Canyon Trail(15 reviews) - Can't believe I can see Fall views Spent More than 3 hours Nature & Wildlife Areas • Canyons
Recently I went to Bishop and highway 395 due to the Fall foliage there. I thought southern California is dry and boring now. But surprisingly, lots of water in ice house canyon and it's full of life. What's more, when you are closer to the boundary of Cucamonga wilderness, you see huge amounts of yellow leaves. Fall is in the south California too!See more..
4.5Zuma and Trancas Canyons(14 reviews) - Not an Easy Hike but Great Views Spent More than 3 hours Canyons
If coming in the summer, bring lots of sunscreen, a hat and extra water. It got very hot and there is no shade. We hiked up to the top to see great views of Zuma beach. Worth it and burned lots of calories. It's not an easy hike as it's straight up and part of the trail is sand.See more..
4.5Stebbins Cold Canyon Reserve(10 reviews) - Dazzling regrowth a year after the wild fire Nature & Wildlife Areas • Canyons
May is a wildflower month in the Canyon. Blossoms and new growth looking spectacular against the blackened tree trunks from previous year's wildfire. Hike along the moderately strenuous Blue Ridge Canyon trail, take your time enjoy the breath taking scenery.See more..
3.0Cucamonga Canyon(10 reviews) - Interesting drive with great views Canyons
In the area for business and had a couple hours and a car. Drove up the canyon to Mt. Baldy. Interesting drive with great views. On way back drove along Glendora Ridge Road to George Manooshian Park. Challenging, but well worth it for the views including LA and Pacific Ocean on a good day.See more..
4.5Tuna Canyon Park(8 reviews) - Breathtaking hike that is accomodating for all levels of ability. Canyons • Parks
Beautiful view of mountains, sea and city along with various intriguing trails with blooms along the way.See more..
4.5Foothills Park(4 reviews) - Awesome Time at Foothills Park, Palo Alto, CA Bodies of Water • Canyons • Parks
We went to Foothills Park, which is in Palo Alto. This is a superb and very nice park. There is a nice lake where people can see ducks or go fishing. There are amazing views from another area of the park of Silicon Valley (Santa Clara Valley). There is huge meadow area and a nature center. We enjoyed a walk, seeing the sights and having a great time.See more..
4.5Fish Canyon Trail(3 reviews) - One of the great 3 stage water fall in San Gabriel Valley Spent 2-3 hours Canyons • Hiking Trails
Free! no need to pay parking at the trail head. It is a three hours 4.8 Miles trail, Altitude change is about 400ft(A very pleasant walking trail). At the end of the trail there is a three stage water fall. This is one of the tallest fall in San Gabriel Valley and it is 80 feet. When one have to use their hands and feet, you are almost there.See more..
We drove through the scenic Niles Canyon area. Its a nice road between Sunol and Fremont. There are picnic grounds, a nice river, and more. There is also a downtown area of Old Niles where there are cafes, museums, antique stores, and the train station.See more..
The astuute student of geography will only call this a canyon. For our eyes, it is bushes, shrubs, vegetation. The views are average. Do not come here thinking the great views are here.See more..
Il tratto che praticamente costeggia il fiume (West Walker), ad un certo punto si snoda tra due pareti di rocce che danno la sensazione di insinuarsi appunto in un canyon. La parte escursionistica è all’interno e lungo la strada è indicato anche qualche punto dive fermarsi. Non male, e può essere un’idea per una breve passeggiata.. non avendone il tempo, ci siamo limitati ad uno sguardo paesaggistico che comunque non è stato niente male.See more..
