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Photo Section Excursion-Dos Palmas Oasis

January 17, 2020January 17, 2020 Gary Vandemark

On January 9, members of our Photo Section joined a group from the Coachella Valley Camera Club for a photo […]

Rainbow Rock Canyon Trail Damaged!!

January 14, 2020 Gary Vandemark

Attention hikers: the RAINBOW ROCK CANYON TRAIL in Whitewater was severely affected by last year’s heavy rain. A defined trail […]

News: Indio Badlands Temporary Trailhead Closure-Jan 6-Feb 17

December 19, 2019December 19, 2019 Gary Vandemark

Improvements are being made to the Indio Badlands trailhead which requires that the trailhead be closed Jan 6-Feb 17. (Link […]

News-Rangers Stationed on S. Lykken Trailhead

December 13, 2019December 13, 2019 Gary Vandemark

Volunteer Rangers stationed on S. Lykken trailhead to remind hikers about dog ban

Photos-Magnesia Falls Hike-Rancho Mirage-12/11/2019

December 13, 2019December 13, 2019 Gary Vandemark

Courtesy Sylvia Ronceray. Pictures forwarded by Mary Settle

Photo-Girls Day Out-Ladders Canyon Mecca Hills-12/9/2019

December 13, 2019December 13, 2019 Gary Vandemark

Courtesy of Gail Stewart!

Pictures From Mary’s Murals Meanderings Bike Ride

November 26, 2019 Gary Vandemark

Pictures from Mary Settle’s bike ride from Palm Desert to Indio to view 9 murals in Old Town Indio and […]

Slide Show Available!!

November 25, 2019November 25, 2019 Gary Vandemark

Philip Ferranti, CV Hiking Club founder and author of “140 Great Hikes in and Near Palm Springs”, has a great […]

CVHC Photo Section Hike–Oak Glen

November 11, 2019November 11, 2019 Gary Vandemark

A group of CVHC photo enthusiasts recently hiked through the oak and riparian woodlands at the Wildlands Conservancy at Oak […]

CVHC News Feed

June 11, 2019November 4, 2019 Gary Vandemark1 Comment on CVHC News Feed

Members note: This News Feed section is for all members to post comments, pictures, and general information about our club […]

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Desert and Mountain Hiking in the Palm Springs Area

HIKING TRAIL ETIQUETTE

  1. Uphill Hikers have right of way (unless catching their breath).
  2. For safety reasons, hikers should step aside for bikers, runners and horses.
  3. Shortcuts cause trail erosion. Stay on main trail.
  4. Leave no trace (wrappers and tissue on the trail a big NO!)
  5. As a courtesy to hikers coming from behind, step aside.
  6. Take dogs only on trails marked for them. Restrain them when passing other hikers. Clean up after them!

HIKING TRAIL ETIQUETTE

  1. Uphill hikers have right of way (unless catching their breath).
  2. For safety reasons, hikers should step aside for bikers, runners and horses.
  3. Shortcuts cause trail erosion; stay on main trail.
  4. Leave no trace (wrappers and tissue on the trail a big NO!).
  5. As a courtesy to hikers coming up from behind, step aside
  6. Take dogs only on trails marked for them. Restrain them when passing other hikers. Clean up after them!

HIKE DIFFICULTY DEFINITIONS

  • EASY: Up to 500ft elevation and up to 6 miles
  • MODERATE: Between 500 and 1800 ft elevation and 6 to 10 miles
  • STRENUOUS: Over 1800ft elevation and 8 to 15 miles or longer
  • These are basic definitions. Things like rock scrambles and trail conditions might affect hike difficulty

HIKE GROUP SAFETY

To keep everyone safe, hikers must sign up for hikes. Hikers will be asked to:

  • Describe their recent hike activity
  • Mention any medical conditions that might be problematic
  • Cancel with the hike leader if they won't be attending

Once on the trail, hikers will be expected to:

  • Follow the hike leader's and sweep's instructions
  • Apprise the leader if they are having difficulty
  • Accept an escort to return to the trailhead if they can't keep up with the group

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