The best running trails in the San Jacinto Mountains
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Last updated: October 24, 2025
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1. Desert Springs loop via Desert Springs Golf Club — Palm Desert
6.82km
00:42
20m
20m
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
14
runners
2. South Lykken Trail loop — Palm Springs
11.4km
01:27
350m
350m
Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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14
runners
Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
13
runners
4. San Jacinto Peak via Wellman Divide — Mount San Jacinto State Park
16.0km
02:21
730m
730m
Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
8
runners
5. Murray Hill Loop – San Bernardino National Forest
15.2km
01:56
580m
580m
Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
7
runners
6. Tahquitz Falls & Canyon loop via Tahquitz Canyon Trail
2.83km
00:25
120m
120m
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
8
runners
7. Humber Park via Ernie Maxwell Trail — Mount San Jacinto State Wilderness
12.2km
01:41
440m
440m
Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
7
runners
8. Tahquitz Peak and Lily Rock View – San Bernardino National Forest
13.4km
01:57
680m
680m
Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
7
runners
9. Seven Sisters Falls from Murray Canyon Trail — Palm Springs
6.23km
00:45
200m
200m
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
4
runners
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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