“When most people think of desert hiking, they don’t think about waterfalls—but all the rainfall has created some exceptional waterfalls late into the year.
The most spectacular nearby gems are both located in the San Bernardino National Forest, an hour to 1 1/2 hour drive from the Coachella Valley—and they’re definitely worth the drive and adventure.
One of my favorite waterfalls makes for a perfect day trip: Big Falls is considered by some to be the “king of SoCal waterfalls” for good reason. It’s the tallest year-round waterfall in Southern California, and at a height of 500 feet, it’s one of the largest in the state…”