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Tahquitz Creek Footbridge and Trail
4.5 ★★★★★ 42 Google reviews · Running trail in Palm Springs, California · Hours vary
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Mixed
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Not reported
Confirmed from Tahquitz Creek Footbridge and Trail's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. 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.
Gravel, sandy, dirt, and paved paths for hiking and walking trails with mountain views and waterfall access.
What runners say about Tahquitz Creek Footbridge and Trail
“A nice chill creek to walk and relax while enjoying all the beautiful nature and animals that accompany it.”
“" I was here for a conference and had limited time and didn't have hiking boots so this was the best choice for a quick walk/run.”
“One of the most peaceful beautiful walks in the whole Coachella Valley.”
“Great for walking the dogs as well as yourself.”
Great walking trail. I see conflicting information so I wanted to clear this up. They do allow dogs to be walked. I saw several dogs over a few days, and they also have bags to pick up waste. Google maps will take you to one of the trail heads. There is street parking all around for free.
Great paths among the beautiful desertscape complete with chipmunks, roadrunners and parking: One side is paved with benches to rest, the other side is hard packed dirt for dog walking.
A nice chill creek to walk and relax while enjoying all the beautiful nature and animals that accompany it. Definitely a beautiful area and the best sunrises and sunsets.
This is a great place to walk, run & bike. After a good rain the water flow is really nice
Trail conditions & character
“A nice chill creek to walk and relax while enjoying all the beautiful nature and animals that accompany it.”
“Best place to take a stroll with you dog without having to drive too far and still feel like you're in the wilderness.”
“One side is bikeway and one side is gravel path.”
“There is street parking all around for free.”
“One of the most peaceful beautiful walks in the whole Coachella Valley.”
Plan your run at Tahquitz Creek Footbridge and Trail
The practical stuff
- AccessHours vary — hours are not posted for this trail, so check before an early or late run
- SurfaceMixed — more than one surface along the route, so check the segment you plan to 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.
- At the trailheadparking — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websitepalmspringsca.gov
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