Victor Loop

The Victor Loop is a spectacular hike located within the Indian Canyons region near Palm Springs, California. This moderately difficult, 2.67 miles loop trail takes hikers into the immense Palm Canyon, with towering palm trees, rock formations, and cascading waterfalls surrounded by the stunning San Jacinto Mountains. The scenery along the route is incredibly diverse, changing from dry desert landscapes to lush palm oases. The trail gains over 354 feet in elevation as it winds uphill, rewarding hikers with nonstop breathtaking vistas of the palm-dotted canyon below and the surrounding mountain peaks. Along the way you’ll pass sights like the Thousand Palms Oasis with its grove of California fan palms. The downhill portion brings more epic views of the palm-studded canyon. With its diversity of landscapes and stellar mountain panoramas, Victor Loop is considered one of the top trails in the Palm Springs area, perfect for hikers of all ability levels looking for an unforgettable desert adventure. The best time to hike is in spring when the wildflowers are in bloom or fall to avoid the summer heat. Keep an eye out for bighorn sheep on the rocky slopes. Stop to enjoy a snack or picnic at the Palm Oasis bench with a view. And bring plenty of water - the dry desert heat can creep up on you. Victor Loop should be on every hiker's list for an incredible Palm Springs getaway.