Near Hopalong Cassidy Trail
A view down to the Mike Shuler trail
Near Hopalong Cassidy Trail
Descent view of Indian Wells.
Near Hopalong Cassidy Trail
Barely a mile in.
Near Hopalong Cassidy Trail
Looking west over Stone Eagle Golf Club.
Near Hopalong Cassidy Trail
Looking north over the Cahuilla Hills of Palm Desert.

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Hopalong Cassidy Trail

4.0 (4 Ratings)
A singletrack trail with lots of hillside exposure.
8.2
mi
Distance
2,686
ft
Gain
strenuous
Difficulty
Less CrowdedViews

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
8.16mi
Distance
2,686ft
Elevation Gain
1,393ft
Elevation Loss
60%
Max Grade
1,559ft
High Point
225ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
This is a good out and back singletrack trail if you hike up to the cross viewpoint and back. Along with the undulating trail, you'll be in for a good climb, about 900 ft. Once you reach the top, you'll be treated to a fun downhill. There is a lot of hillside exposure that can make the hike more exciting on the way back down. It's best to get up and out early, as this trail can be crowded during the winter months. I'd rate this trail three stars in the winter because of crowds, but four stars in the summer when fewer people are outside. Beyond the cross viewpoint the trail gradually becomes steeper, looser, and more exposed. It can get pretty rugged and steep near the upper reaches.

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