RAMBLE IN THE COACHELLA VALLEY PRESERVE

Join Kim on a moderate hike in the Coachella Valley Preserve, a 20,000-acre sanctuary, that is home to several species of increasingly rare wildlife. The Coachella Valley Preserve also contains several palm oases, formed by San Andreas fault lines that allow water flowing underground to rise to the surface. The spectacular Thousand Palms Oasis includes a mile-long trail that winds past pools containing endangered desert pupfish. Native vegetation includes creosote bush, burrobush, smoke tree and desert lavender, forming a sheltering habitat for wildlife. 

Please be prepared for 4-6 miles with moderate gains. Kim will select the route each week based on local conditions the day of the hike.

Meet at the parking area for the Pushawalla Palms Trailhead, on the east side of the Thousand Palms Canyon Road, Desert Hot Springs. Be ready to hike at 8:00 AM. Limited to 15 participants. 

Kim will start accepting reservations one week before the hike. EMAIL KIM TO  SIGN UP FOR THE HIKE AFTER Wednesday, 1/7.  

HIKE LOCATOR: Coachella Valley Preserve   
HIKE DIFFICULTY: Moderate
HIKE LEADER: Kim Glasgow

Note: You must be a current CVHC member to hike with the club!   Join Now!