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.
7 Pines – Marion Mountain Loop
One of the most scenic trails in the San Jacinto area is the 7 Pines trail. Although steep, the trail wanders through stunning granite formations, underneath a forest canopy and across multiple rivers and creeks. This trail connects to the PCT just west of the PCT/Marion Mountain trail intersection.
This outing will be a loop circuit starting at the Marion Mountain trailhead, walking along the closed Forest Service road to the 7 Pines trailhead, up 7 Pines, down Marion Mountain and back to where the cars are parked. We will meet at the Marion Mountain trailhead parking area at 08:00 and start the road walk. Although there are usually water crossings, there is no guarantee that water will be flowing due to the low snow load we gained this winter. Bring plenty of water and food.
Encroaching vegetation is not a problem, so feel free to wear your favorite hiking shorts!
9.5 Miles with Elevation gain of ~2941 ft. This hike takes ~5.5 hours. Map is available here: https://caltopo.com/m/EQ1VM9M
- Altitude gain: 2941 feet (5741‘ to 8681‘)
- Cumulative altitude gain: 3180 feet
- Distance: ~9.5 miles
- Pace: 2.0 MPH, 5-6 hours
- Terrain: Rugged, steep up & down, water crossings, climbing over/through blowdowns, sun exposure
- Obstacles: Nothing major other than water crossings!
- Difficulty rating: Strenuous
- Limited to 6 hikers!
EMAIL ANDREW IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN JOINING THIS HIKE.
Note: You must be a current CVHC member to hike with the club! Join Now!