Skyline Trail – Downtown Palm Canyon Drive loop from Cathedral City
Skyline Trail – Downtown Palm Canyon Drive loop from Cathedral City
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Skyline Trail – Downtown Palm Canyon Drive loop from Cathedral City
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33.1km
100m
Cycling
Hard bike ride. Great for any fitness level. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.
Last updated: May 1, 2026
Tips
Includes a segment that is highly dangerous
A part of this route comprises highly technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience is required.
After 13.9 km for 20 m
Waypoints
Start point
Bus stop
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8.92 km
Prescott Preserve
Nature Reserve
13.7 km
Palm Springs Art Museum
Highlight • Monument
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13.9 km
Skyline Trail
Highlight • Trail
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14.5 km
Downtown Palm Canyon Drive
Highlight • Settlement
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14.7 km
Forever Marilyn
Highlight • Monument
"Forever Marilyn" is back in Palm Springs! Her new home is at the corner of Museum Way and Belardo Road. Seward Johnson's 26-foot-tall sculpture was a tourist phenomenon …
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15.4 km
Our Lady of Solitude Catholic Church
Highlight • Religious Site
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16.7 km
Frank Sinatra House
Highlight • Historical Site
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26.4 km
Palm Springs CV Link Bike Path — Demuth Park section
Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway
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33.1 km
End point
Bus stop
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
26.1 km
3.37 km
2.13 km
657 m
502 m
258 m
< 100 m
Surfaces
21.9 km
9.81 km
1.33 km
< 100 m
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Elevation
Highest point (150 m)
Lowest point (90 m)
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Description
If you're an experienced touring cyclist looking for a challenging ride that blends urban exploration with dramatic desert vistas, the Skyline Trail – Downtown Palm Canyon Drive loop from Cathedral City is definitely worth your time. This difficult touring cycling route covers 20.6 miles (33.1 km) with 324 feet (99 metres) of elevation gain, typically taking 1 hours and 55 minutes, making it ideal for those seeking a substantial desert cycling adventure.
What to expect on Skyline Trail – Downtown Palm Canyon Drive loop from Cathedral City
This route offers a diverse journey through the desert landscape, combining urban stretches with significant natural beauty. You'll cycle on well-maintained paved paths and roads, with the majestic Santa Rosa and San Jacinto Mountains providing a constant, dramatic backdrop. Downtown Palm Canyon Drive itself is a picturesque segment, showcasing local architecture and palm-lined streets. While Palm Canyon Drive offers a relatively fast urban experience, any section referred to as 'Skyline Trail' will introduce challenging terrain and elevation changes, so come prepared with good physical fitness and a capable touring bike.
Planning your visit
Palm Springs is considered a bike-friendly destination, with well-marked bike paths and repair stations. Cathedral City is also actively expanding its bicycle infrastructure, including new bike routes and improved signage, aiming for enhanced community connectivity and safety. While specific parking details for this exact loop aren't provided, you'll find ample parking options in Cathedral City or near Downtown Palm Canyon Drive. Always carry plenty of water, especially during warmer months, as desert conditions can be demanding.
Trail details
- Distance: 20.6 miles (33.1 km)
- Elevation gain: 324 feet (99 metres)
- Difficulty: difficult
- Estimated time: 1 hours and 55 minutes
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