The Top 8 Gorges in Riverside County
Gorges are incredibly beautiful places, and you’ve got 8
to choose from in Riverside County. Just browse our list of the best gorges below and see photos, tips and extra info to help you visit one of these beautiful places on your next adventure in Riverside County.
to choose from in Riverside County. Just browse our list of the best gorges below and see photos, tips and extra info to help you visit one of these beautiful places on your next adventure in Riverside County.
Last updated: November 19, 2025
Palm Canyon
Highlight • Canyon
What a fantastic place among the desert and at the foot of majestic San Jacinto? Dozens of tall palm trees form a beautiful contrast to the otherwise quite barren landscape. …
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Andreas Creek & Palms
Highlight • Gorge
Andreas Canyon is absolutely amazing with a lot of running water at the bottom of the palm trees, and colored cliffs closing it, really a gem
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Palm Canyon Trail — Wild Horse Trail Section
Highlight (Segment) • Trail
This trail is suberb! Palm Canyon Trail is a true backcountry experience for experienced mountain bike riders. I recommend riding this trail between November and March when temperatures are still …
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Murray Creek
Highlight • River
Murray Canyon trail crosses this mountain-fed stream many times eventually leads to the Seven Sisters waterfall.
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Hall of Horrors Slot Canyon
Highlight • Canyon
The Hall of Horrors consists of two slot canyons that you can hike while in the area. While the one to the left is very narrow, it doesn't need any …
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Lost Palms Canyon
Highlight • Canyon
This is the place with the largest amount of natural fan palms in California. You can watch the huge palm trees from a higher view point or walk right into …
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Whitewater Preserve
Highlight • Natural Monument
The Whitewater Preserve is a true oasis in a desert canyon. You can relax in the shade of huge trees near beautiful turquois and green pools. Enjoy the lovely hummingbirds …
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Indio Hills Badlands Trail
Highlight (Segment) • Trail
Hikers moving clockwise will begin Indio Badlands Trail on this western section, which introduces hikers to the San Andreas fault and several slot-canyons on the way to the top.
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