Organizer
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Andrew Walls
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Phone
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Email
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Andrew is a full time resident of Palm Desert who actually hikes during the summer! Andrew is an avid hiker and backpacker who can be found strolling on and off trails throughout the Coachella Valley, Joshua Tree NP and Grand Canyon NP. In addition to his participation in CVHC activities, Andrew is a Certified California Naturalist and a hike leader with Friends of the Desert Mountains. Prior to moving to the CV in 2017, Andrew was a team leader with the Nevada County Sheriff's Search and Rescue team in Northern California.
Location
La Quinta Cove Loop around Raven Hill
This easy ramble around the trails on the floor of La Quinta Cove will follow the Boo Hof and then take a right turn to loop around Raven Hill to follow the Bear Creek wash back to the trailhead. Along this 4.4 mile walk we will enjoy views over the Cove neighborhood and the wilds of the Santa Rosa mountains towering over the Cove. We will chat about the impact of flash floods and the transition of vegetation as we move from the floor of the wash and up onto the plateau surrounding Raven Hill.
The trail is well-defined and no rock scrambling or climbing is involved. There is a gradual uphill slope for the first half of the walk as we ascend ~600 feet over 2 miles.
There is no shade on this trail, so protect your skin and bring the ten essentials. The Cove can be a bit breezy so wear layers to help you stay warm.
4.4 miles with 600′ elevation gain. Map here: https://caltopo.com/m/FQSBF
Please email Andrew to sign up for this hike and include your phone number.
HIKE LEADER: Andrew Walls
HIKE LOCATOR: La Quinta Cove Oasis trailhead, corner of Avenida Bermudas and Calle Tecate, La Quinta (the big dirt/gravel parking area)
HIKE DIFFICULTY: Easy to Moderate
HIKE DATE/TIME: Wednesday, December 27, 2023 09:00-12:00
Note: You must be a current CVHC member to hike with the club! Join Now!
