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Tahquitz Falls

Riverside County, California

Your visit at a glance

Waterfall height
Not recorded
Location
Riverside County, California
Access status
Official trail, hours and admission documented
The walk
1.8 miles return
Ground & access
Steep and rocky with many rock steps up to 12 to 15 inches high. Very little shade, no restrooms or water on the trail. Water is required.
Tahquitz Canyon: Admission and Hours
Tahquitz Falls, CA
Tahquitz Falls, CA
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Buy a day-hike ticket at the Tahquitz Canyon Visitor Center. The trail leads from the visitor center up the canyon to the 60-foot seasonal Tahquitz Falls and back. Ranger-led hikes leave from the visitor center and are included with paid admission.

Plan your visit

Tahquitz Canyon Visitor Center, 500 W Mesquite Ave, to Tahquitz Falls and back

The official trail page gives 1.8 miles for the trail to the falls and back, with 350 feet of gain.

Steep and rocky with many rock steps up to 12 to 15 inches high. Very little shade, no restrooms or water on the trail. Water is required.

Where to start

At the Tahquitz Canyon Visitor Center, 500 W Mesquite Ave, Palm Springs.

Timing & water

October 1 to July 5: daily 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. July 6 to October 1: Friday to Sunday only. Last hiker on the trail at 3:30 p.m. The falls is seasonal.

Before you go

Admission: adults $15, children 6 to 12 $7, U.S. military free with ID. Prices are subject to change. Under 18 must be with an adult. No animals.

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Within 40 straight-line miles. Road and trail distances will differ.

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Waterfall location

Riverside County, California.

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