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Bighorn Overlook Trailhead
4.4 ★★★★☆ 27 Google reviews · Running trail in Rancho Mirage, California · Hours vary
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Not reported
We have not been able to confirm the surface, distance or shape of Bighorn Overlook Trailhead yet from its own listing, the park's website or runner reviews — so those cells stay blank rather than guess. What is below comes straight from the listing and from reviewers' own words. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
What runners say about Bighorn Overlook Trailhead
“Very short uphill trail that takes you to a nice scenic spot overlooking a section of the Coachella valley.”
A safe place to walk alone or with someone. Two roads for walking the time I need and one car’s street beside. I started to come here because the doctor recommended me to do something that I like and of course I love hiking. I was with a lot of anxiety for the routine of doing the something, work and housecleaning.
Great hike. You can make it as easy or as difficult as you want. Many variations to jump on other trailers. Located behind RM city hall. Usually pretty quiet and not a lot of people traffic like other hikes. Great view of planes landing for you aviator fans.
Park in the upper lot of the Rancho Mirage City Hall and you'll be right at the base of the trail. The trail is a little narrow and rocky at first but gets better. At the top you'll currently find a Christmas tree set up and a bench to enjoy the view from before continuing your hike.
Very short uphill trail that takes you to a nice scenic spot overlooking a section of the Coachella valley.. it connects to the Jackrabbit trail which then connects to the roadrunner trail.. the trail is considered easy..
Trail conditions & character
“At the top you'll currently find a Christmas tree set up and a bench to enjoy the view from before continuing your hike.”
“Major plus that it is dog friendly because so many trails ban dogs now!”
Plan your run at Bighorn Overlook Trailhead
The practical stuff
- AccessHours vary — hours are not posted for this trail, so check before an early or late run
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Phone+1 760-862-9984
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