The Cactus to Clouds (C2C) trail starts at the desert floor at 483ft and ends at Mt. San Jacinto peak at 10,834ft. Throughout the 23-mile hike there is a total elevation gain of 13,400ft. Some people opt to do a C2C2C roundtrip hike instead of taking a tram back down, making the hike over 34 miles.

There is no water for the first 11 miles and 8000ft gain. Most people carry anywhere between 3-8 liters of water. The best time to go is during the fall when the weather has cooled and there’s still relatively no snow at the peak. Highlights of the hike were seeing vegetation change from desert scrubs to an alpine forest and watching the sun rise out of the desert on the way up.

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Mid-Century Home, HUGE Pool & Spa, 5-min to downtown - HAVANA HOUSE PALM SPRINGS

0.59 mi from Cactus to Clouds

Guests of this vacation home enjoy features like an outdoor pool, a hot tub, and laundry facilities. Additional amenities include barbecue grills and a garden.

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2 Mi to Dtwn: Vintage-inspired Gem in Palm Springs

0.67 mi from Cactus to Clouds

This cottage features free WiFi in public areas and barbecue grills. If you decide to drive, there's free parking.

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1.12 mi from Cactus to Clouds

$116 nightly

$135 total

Aug 5 - Aug 6

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At Courtyard By Marriott Palm Springs, guests enjoy an outdoor pool, a gym, and free WiFi in public areas. Self parking is available for USD 10.00 per day. Multilingual staff at the front desk are standing by 24/7 to help with securing valuables, luggage storage, and dry cleaning/laundry. Additional amenities include a hot tub, meeting rooms, and a business center.

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1.52 mi from Cactus to Clouds

$118 nightly

$138 total

Aug 5 - Aug 6

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Renaissance Palm Springs Hotel features an outdoor pool, a children's pool, and a gym. Self parking is available for USD 35 per day. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with dry cleaning/laundry, securing valuables, and luggage storage. Other amenities at this family-friendly hotel include a steam room, free WiFi in public areas, and a hot tub.

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Homewood Suites by Hilton Cathedral City Palm Springs

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1.91 mi from Cactus to Clouds

$93 nightly

$107 total

Jul 31 - Aug 1

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Guests of Homewood Suites by Hilton Cathedral City Palm Springs have access to an outdoor pool, a 24-hour gym, and free WiFi in public areas. Self parking is offered for USD 10 per day. Front-desk staff can answer questions 24/7, and assist with access to locker space, tours or tickets, and dry cleaning/laundry. Other amenities at this golf hotel include a 24-hour business center, coffee/tea in a common area, and a computer station.

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1.92 mi from Cactus to Clouds

$126 nightly

$139 total

Jul 28 - Jul 29

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Hotel Zoso features a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a 24-hour gym. Airport transportation is made easy with a free airport shuttle (available 24 hours). The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with concierge services and luggage storage. Other amenities at this spa hotel include a hot tub, conference space, and a terrace.

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1.92 mi from Cactus to Clouds

$118 nightly

$135 total

Jul 27 - Jul 28

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Guests of The Dunes Hotel have access to an outdoor pool, a gym, and free WiFi in public areas. If you plan to drive, free parking is available. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with access to locker space and luggage storage. Additional amenities include coffee/tea in a common area, free use of bicycles, and express check-in.

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2.07 mi from Cactus to Clouds

$129 nightly

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At Palm Mountain Resort and Spa, guests enjoy an outdoor pool, a gym, and a hot tub. You'll find limited parking. Multilingual staff at the front desk are standing by 24/7 to help with luggage storage, dry cleaning/laundry, and concierge services. Additional amenities include meeting rooms, a business center, and a computer station.

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2.42 mi from Cactus to Clouds

$118 nightly

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Guests of Riviera Resort Palm Springs have access to a full-service spa, 2 outdoor pools, and a gym. Valet parking is available for USD 25 per day. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with luggage storage and concierge services. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers an off-leash area. Other amenities at this spa resort include 2 hot tubs, a sauna, and a conference center.

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Accommodation	8,938 hotels
Lowest Price	$107
Highest Price	$151
Popular hotels	Palm Mountain Resort and Spa, Renaissance Palm Springs Hotel, Courtyard By Marriott Palm Springs, Homewood Suites by Hilton Cathedral City Palm Springs, Mid-Century Home, HUGE Pool & Spa, 5-min to downtown - HAVANA HOUSE PALM SPRINGS, The Dunes Hotel, Riviera Resort Palm Springs, 2 Mi to Dtwn: Vintage-inspired Gem in Palm Springs, Hotel Zoso

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"We had an amazing time! Our poolside patio room was right across the pool and fire pits, very convenient. The staff was outstanding allowing us both an early check in and late check out. Thank you Julio and Tiffanie! Your great customer service, professionalism and willing to go above and beyond are much appreciated. We will be back! "

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