Organizer
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Carole and Tim Atkinson
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Phone
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Carole and Tim Atkinson are seasonal residents in wonderful Palm Desert. They spend the summer months in Calgary, Alberta where hiking the Rocky Mountains is a favorite activity. They are a retired geophysicist and geologist ……..and eager to expand their knowledge of flora and fauna in the desert. They’ve been leading hikes for over 20 years. When not exploring trails, they can be found golfing, biking, playing pickleball and enjoying the local music scene.
Location
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WHITEWATER CANYON VIEW LOOP
Our trail passes through a lush riverside environment and then ascends to a heather-covered plateau with excellent views of the Whitewater Canyon and San Gorgonio mountain. Bighorn sheep can often be seen on the hilltops. After the hike, you may wish to visit the displays in the ranger station or have a picnic lunch by the pond.
Anyone who is in good physical condition and able to walk at a medium pace for 2 – 3 hours (with 25 minutes going uphill) will enjoy this hike. Meet in the Whitewater Preserve ranger station’s parking lot at 9160 Whitewater Canyon Road which is off Highway 10, just past the exit for Highway 62. Washrooms are available at the trailhead.
Please call or text Carole to request participation in this hike.
HIKE LEADER: Carole and Tim Atkinson
HIKE LOCATOR: Whitewater Preserve
HIKE DIFFICULTY: Moderate
HIKE DISTANCE: 4 miles
ELEVATION GAIN: 600 feet
HIKE PACE: Medium
Note: You must be a current CVHC member to hike with the club! Join Now!
