Araby Trail

Some of the reviews call this an easy hike which is so misleading. My Apple Watch clocked my heart rate at 140+ often. It’s about Lots of switchbacks with great views to catch your breath. Bring water. The only reason it got a 4 star was minimal parking and shade . Great views of the valley and rich people’s houses. Cute house at top for photos I was really surprised how many people were out hiking with no water or hats. Even in milder temps we’re still in a desert.

Beautiful 6K out and back with small loop at the top. About an hour up, rolling terrain, not too steep, well worn easy to follow trail. About 2 hrs altogether and we stopped for short breaks to rest and refuel. Not too crowded when we walked it from noon to 2pm. Scenic views into the hills and the famous Bob Hope house, amongst other elegant mid-century residences. Down the same path back to the small free parking lot. Not a highly technical trail but a little endurance helps for the first hour, tho by no means difficult or excessive. Recommend!

Great hike! About 7500 steps from trail head, to flat area above Hope house, and back to trail head. Roughly 3.69 miles give or take. I hike a lot so would say this is easy but my wife doesn’t and felt it was mildly challenging. I saw a wide variety of ability levels so definitely a hike for everyone. It is rocky and very little shade so want to be careful. Bring extra water! The view the entire hike is amazing and Hope house is very cool. We ate lunch up there before hiking back down. Parking is limited depending on when you go. I got lucky that someone was pulling out as I pulled in.

Great first day hike! Loved passing by amazing architecture in the hills and hiking on up to 360° views. The peaks in the snow are stunning to see with sun shining on them. Will likely pass other hikers. Everyone is friendly and shared the paths well.

Nice, wide trail with some fairly steep inclines to get the heart pumping! There are lots of lookouts to get views of Coachella Valley on one side and views of Mt San Jacinto, and sister peaks, on the other side. The trail is completely devoid of shade, so hiking it in the middle of the day could be quite hot. There’s ample parking at the trail head off Palm Hills Drive.