Indian Canyons

Top 2% of attractions in Palm Springs
7/10

What the experts agree on

The Agua Caliente Cahuilla's ancestral homeland, these three canyons blend palm oases, rock art, and desert scenery with peaceful, well-maintained hiking trails rich in cultural history.

10 expert reviews
Fodor's Fodor's
"The Indian Canyons are the ancestral home of the Agua Caliente, part of the Cahuilla people." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"These canyons were once the home to the forerunners of the Agua Caliente Cahuilla Native Americans." Full review
U.S. News & World Report U.S. News & World Report
6.0
"All three canyons offer hiking trails with breathtaking desert scenery, but other activities are also available." Full review
Atlas Obscura Atlas Obscura
"Traversing these canyons, visitors can take in stunning views and glimpses of the region's history. " Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"This beautiful and culturally sensitive area in the Agua Caliente Indian Reservation offers native wildlife, plants, rock art, ancient irrigation systems, streams, and a seasonal 60-foot waterfall"
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Native home to the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians, Indian Canyons offers three different canyons to explore"
New York Times New York Times
"Visit the birthplace of their civilization at Indian Canyons on foot or horseback. A trio of palm oases the Cahuilla consider sacred as the birthplace of their civilization, less crowded..."
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The Points Guy The Points Guy
"Many a visitor to Palm Springs has wondered if there's any truth to the "springs" part of the city's name and the answer is a resounding, though tranquil, yes. The sacred Indian Canyons,..."
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Condé Nast Traveler Condé Nast Traveler
"Purnel, 37, was leading our group on the trails of Indian Canyons, his ancestral land just outside Palm Springs. In a first for Agua Caliente, the tribe has partnered with Sensei to offer..."
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Condé Nast Traveler Condé Nast Traveler
"Hiking the trails throughout the stunning Indian Canyons, the tribe's ancestral homeland where a palm oasis of native Washingtonia Filiferas provided shelter to their ancestors, felt incredibly safe and peaceful"
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