Indian Canyons

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"Part of the Agua Caliente Indian Reservation, the area technically comprises three canyons — Andreas Canyon, Murray Canyon, and Palm Canyon — and offers an intimate way to experience the desert: hiking trails wind past fan palms, ancient rock art, and hidden streams." - Stacey Leasca Stacey Leasca Stacey Leasca is an award-winning journalist and co-founder of Be a Travel Writer, an online course for the next generation of travel journalists. Her photos, videos, and words have appeared in print or online for Travel + Leisure, Time, Los Angeles Times, Glamour, and many more. You'll usually find her in an airport. If you do see her there, please say hello. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines

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"Recommended as a place to explore desert foothill hikes and native landscapes near the Palm Springs area, offering affordable outdoor recreation and scenic walking trails." - Patricia Doherty Patricia Doherty Patricia Doherty is a writer who specializes in covering destinations, resorts, and cruises for Travel + Leisure and other publications. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines

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"A network of scenic canyon trails offering shaded hikes among palms and rock formations, popular for outdoor exploration in the pleasant fall temperatures." - Patricia Doherty Patricia Doherty Patricia Doherty is a writer who specializes in covering destinations, resorts, and cruises for Travel + Leisure and other publications. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines

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"A network of desert canyons offering hiking trails for a range of abilities, with natural features such as waterfalls, streams, rock art, and stands of native plants that provide a scenic, culturally rich outdoor experience." - Patricia Doherty Patricia Doherty Patricia Doherty is a writer who specializes in covering destinations, resorts, and cruises for Travel + Leisure and other publications. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines

"After that, head to Indian Canyons. It’s a natural oasis with waterfalls where you can go swimming. It’s less of a hike and more of a rigorous walk to get there, but wear sneakers and clothes as if you’re hiking. Keep your camera handy — when I was there we saw a huge family of peninsular bighorn sheep."

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