Organizer
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Carole and Tim Atkinson
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Phone
403-606-9277 -
Email
caroleatkinson@shaw.ca -
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
- 29200 Thousand Palms Canyon Rd, Thousand Palms, CA 92276
HIDDEN PALMS LOOP AND BEYOND
Located in the Coachella Valley Preserve, smack on the San Andreas Fault, this moderate loop trail heads into an improbable palm grove oasis — the only shade you’ll find on this hike and a refreshing spot to stop, hydrate, and chill while listening to the breeze ruffle the palm fronds and watching the lizards and other critters scurry around.
We will hike the Hidden Palms loop and include an extension to a region of lesser explored palms.
The trail is a mix of hard-packed and loose sand.
Meeting Place:
Pushawalla Palms Trailhead
Thousand Palms Canyon Rd., Desert Hot Springs
Parking lot is on the right, going north, before you get to the Coachella Valley Preserve Visitor Center.
Hike leader: Carole and Tim Atkinson
Hike locator: Coachella Valley Preserve
Hike difficulty: The easier side of Moderate
Hike pace: Medium
Distance: 3-4 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 feet
Duration: 2 -2.5 miles hours
Please email Carole with any questions and to request participation in the hike. Please include your phone number. If you haven’t hiked with Carole before, she may ask about your recent hikes.
Note: You must be a current CVHC member to hike with the club! Join Now!