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  • The Best Camping in Desert Hot Springs

    Looking for the best camping in Desert Hot Springs? We've got you covered with the top trails, trips, hiking, backpacking, camping and more around Desert Hot Springs. The detailed guides, photos, and reviews are all submitted by the Outbound community.

    Top camping spots in and near Desert Hot Springs

    • Desert Hot Springs, California

      Mission Creek Trail

      15.33 mi / 1594 ft gain
      Mission Creek Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a river located near Whitewater, California.
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    • 9160 Whitewater Canyon Road, California

      Whitewater Ranger Station to Cottonwood TH via PCT

      7.79 mi / 1421 ft gain
      Whitewater Ranger Station to Cottonwood TH via PCT is a point-to-point trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Whitewater, California.
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    • 9160 Whitewater Canyon Road, California

      Pacific Crest Trail: Whitewater Preserve to Stone House

      12.38 mi / 1588 ft gain
      Pacific Crest Trail: Whitewater Preserve to Stone House is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a river located near Whitewater, California.
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    • Yucca Valley, California

      High View Nature Trail

      1.34 mi / 331 ft gain
      High View Nature Trail is a loop trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Yucca Valley, California.
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    • Yucca Valley, California

      Backpack the California Riding and Hiking Trail in Joshua Tree

      36.97 mi / 2792 ft gain
      The starting point for this hike is at the Black Rock campground, 5 miles from the town of Yucca Valley. You'll need to self register for a free backcountry permit before starting. The first section of the trail follows a wash then the trail narrows and, after only a mile or two, you'll begin cl...
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    • Yucca Valley, California

      Camp at Black Rock Campground in Joshua Tree

      / 4144 ft gain
      Black Rock Campground is in the northern perimeter of Joshua Tree National Park and is a popular location for hikers, horseback riders, rock climbers, and RV campers. Black Rock Campground is partially shaded with Joshua Trees, and is typically busiest from October through May. Black Rock is one ...
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    • Whitewater, California

      PCT: CA Section C - Highway 10 to Highway 15 (Cajon Pass)

      127.89 mi / 22989 ft gain
      PCT: CA Section C - Highway 10 to Highway 15 (Cajon Pass) is a point-to-point trail where you may see wildflowers located near Whitewater, California.
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    • Mountain Center, California

      Devil's Slide Trail, Willow Creek Trail, and San Jacinto Peak Loop

      19.61 mi / 5308 ft gain
      Devil's Slide Trail, Willow Creek Trail, and San Jacinto Peak Loop is a loop trail that provides a good opportunity to see wildlife located near Palm Springs, California.
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    • Mountain Center, California

      Tahquitz Peak via Devils Slide Trail

      5.0
      8.31 mi / 2238 ft gain
      Tahquitz Peak via Devils Slide Trail is a moderately trafficked 8+ mile out and back trail located near Idyllwild, California. This trail is one of the most popular hikes in the San Jacinto area that features a fire lookout tower at the peak and amazing views of the valley below.  At an elevation...
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    • Mountain Center, California

      Mount San Jacinto Round Valley Loop via Devils Slide Trail

      14.13 mi / 3684 ft gain
      Mount San Jacinto Round Valley Loop via Devils Slide Trail is a loop trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Idyllwild-Pine Cove, California.
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    • Mountain Center, California

      Devil's Slide to Saddle Junction Trail

      6.46 mi / 1890 ft gain
      Devil's Slide to Saddle Junction Trail is an out-and-back trail that provides a good opportunity to see wildlife located near Idyllwild-Pine Cove, California.
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    • Mountain Center, California

      Humber Park to Ranger Station Loop

      15.93 mi / 4154 ft gain
      Humber Park to Ranger Station Loop is a loop trail where you may see local wildlife located near Palm Springs, California.
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    • Angelus Oaks, California

      San Gorgonio Mountain from Fish Creek

      19.87 mi / 4203 ft gain
      San Gorgonio Mountain from Fish Creek is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a lake located near Whitewater, California.
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    • Twentynine Palms, California

      Keys View Road to Pinto Basin Road

      10.82 mi / 322 ft gain
      Keys View Road to Pinto Basin Road is a point-to-point trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Twentynine Palms, California.
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    • Idyllwild-Pine Cove, California

      San Jacinto Peak Via South Ridge Trail

      21.51 mi / 6375 ft gain
      San Jacinto Peak Via South Ridge Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you through a nice forest located near Idyllwild-Pine Cove, California.
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    • Mountain Center, California

      Quail Mountain via Juniper Flats

      41.74 mi / 2825 ft gain
      Quail Mountain via Juniper Flats is a loop trail that takes you past scenic surroundings located near Twentynine Palms, California.
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