Boo Hoff Loop Guide

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The route is a lollipop loop going counter-clockwise. You’ll get the tough climb done in the first stretch, then descend to the lake, and then climb back out to the start.

The climb from La Quinta Cove starts gently up a wash, and then gets steep as you hit the foothills. From there you’ll descend along Devil Canyon to Lake Cahuilla, and then tackle a smaller climb back to the start.

The trail is well marked with signs like this that often include the trail name.

Several other (use) trails lead out of the parking lot, but the hike starts at the big sign at the end of the parking lot.

The Cove to Lake Trailhead has the nicest toilet that I’ve ever seen at the start of a hike. There’s also a water refill and fountain.

The parking lot is massive and free. Don’t confuse it with the nearby ‘Cove Oasis’ trailhead.

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The climb from La Quinta Cove starts gently up a wash, and then gets steep as you hit the foothills. From there you’ll descend along Devil Canyon to Lake Cahuilla, and then tackle a smaller climb back to the start.

The trail is well marked with signs like this that often include the trail name.

Several other (use) trails lead out of the parking lot, but the hike starts at the big sign at the end of the parking lot.

The Cove to Lake Trailhead has the nicest toilet that I’ve ever seen at the start of a hike. There’s also a water refill and fountain.

The parking lot is massive and free. Don’t confuse it with the nearby ‘Cove Oasis’ trailhead.

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