The best MTB trails around Palm Desert
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Last updated: October 21, 2025
1. Cathedral City loop — San Jacinto Mountains
19.1km
02:00
570m
570m
Intermediate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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2. Cathedral loop via Art Smith Trail — San Jacinto Mountains
36.3km
04:19
1,320m
1,320m
Expert mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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3. Hopalong Cassidy Trail loop — San Jacinto Mountains
26.6km
02:42
800m
800m
Intermediate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4. Cove Oasis loop from La Quinta
23.1km
02:19
710m
710m
Intermediate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5. Start of the Palm Canyon Epic – Cathedral Trail loop from Palm Desert
84.0km
07:09
1,790m
1,790m
Expert mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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