Organizer
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Diane Petrilla
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Phone
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Email
petrillad@gmail.com -
Diane and her husband Eric moved to Palm Desert in the Spring of 2024 from east Tennessee. They are year-round residents and are loving being closer to grandchildren who live in the valley! Diane is an avid hiker and backpacker, having led multiple hikes for the Smoky Mountains Hiking Club for many years, and holding a number of leadership positions in that 100 year-old organization. She thru-hiked the John Muir Trail in 2022 and is excited about living closer to the magnificent Sierra Nevadas, as well as exploring all of the hiking opportunities California has to offer!
Location
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BEAR CREEK OASIS TRAIL, LA QUINTA COVE
This out and back hike on the Bear Creek Oasis trail leads to an oasis high above the La Quinta Cove. The trail is relatively flat in the first few miles, then steadily gains in elevation to the oasis. The route offers spectacular panoramic views — on a clear day, you can see the entire Coachella Valley, from Palm Springs to the Salton Sea.
The route has no shade until the oasis. Bring plenty of water and wear sun protection (sunscreen, hat, sunglasses).
This approximately 9 mile hike has an elevation gain of 2443 ft.
Please email Diane to request participation in the hike and include your phone number.
DISTANCE: 9 miles
ELEVATION GAIN: 2443 feet
HIKE LOCATOR: La Quinta Cove, Map at https://caltopo.com/m/J9LP4
HIKE DIFFICULTY: Strenuous
HIKE PACE: Medium
HIKE LEADER: Diane Petrilla
Note: You must be a current CVHC member to hike with the club! Join Now!
