Full Notification

On September 30th, 2018 at approximately 0846 hours, the Palm Springs Mounted Police Search and Rescue Unit and The Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians Tribal Rangers responded to a injured hiker on the Tahquitz Canyon Trail.  PSMPS&R located the injured hiker, who had suffered minor injuries from a fall, but were unable to escort him down the trail due to his injuries.  A helicopter with the California Highway Patrol responded and airlifted the injured hiker off the mountain.  AMR Paramedics transported the hiker to a local hospital where he will be treated for his injuries. 

     The Indian Canyons is a 56-square mile area that includes more than 60 miles of trails. It is a popular hiking destination and attracts thousands of visitors from around the world every year. Law Enforcement and Tribal Rangers who work in the Canyons encourage visitors to wear appropriate clothing for the conditions, pack plenty of water, have a fully charged cell phone, stay on trails and allow enough time to return to trail-heads well before closing time.  In addition hikers should tell a friend or family member details of the hike, including the name and location of the trail and estimated return time.