Hiking in Palm Desert: There are plenty of hikes to choose from in the area here for each skill level with every type of terrain. Explore the undulating wavelike rock formations of the Indio Badlands. You might possibly spot a herd of Bighorn Sheep in Carrizo Canyon. Take a bit of a longer hike in the hills above Palm Desert viewing far peaks along Art Smith trail. The desert is a beautiful place to explore.
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Art Smith Trail
I hope you enjoy this guide to hiking the Art Smith Trail in Palm Desert, California. The Art Smith Trail is about 16 miles long, and takes you into the Santa Rosa Mountains Wilderness, high above Palm Desert. It's rated as moderate, and is a class 1 hiking trail. The trail is a relatively narrow single track popular with hikers, mountain bikers, and equestrians.

