PS - HIKE: Oak Glen Preserve

• Distance: 2.5 miles
  
• Total Elevation:350'
  
• Difficulty:  Easy - Moderate
  
• One steep uphill climb
• Trailhead Elevation 4800'
  
• Type: Out and back loop on trail
  
• Hike time: 1.5 hours
• Meeting time: 9 AM at PetSmart parking lot, Crossley/Ramon, Palm Springs: Map click here
• Or 10 am meet at the parking lot at Oak Glen Wildlands Conservancy Map Click Here
• Drive Time One Way: 1 hour
• Dogs on leash allowed on trails.

Enjoy an Autumn day at S. California's largest historic (103 year old) apple ranch and Wetlands Conservancy. Habitats encountered on the main trail include ponds, streams, wetlands, oak and pine forests, chaparral, and willow at 4,000 feet.

Lunch on your own at the Ranch or at Apple Annie's Bakery & Restaurant.

Meet at the lower parking lot (Oak Knoll parking area) for presentation and information to meet the Conservancy representative and hear about the latest land conservations acquisitions, Website: The Wildlands Conservancy

What to bring: 

Ten Essentials (click here), water (1 to 2 liters recommended), lunch/snacks, sun protection, layered clothing and hiking poles. Carry Emergency Contact Information (ICE). Sturdy hiking footwear with good tread and adequate drinking water are required. Money for lunch and ride share if applicable. Hiking Requirements -  Click here for more information.

Open to Guest and nonmembers beginning Sunday September 17

Carpooling is encouraged and may be available if offered by driver. You are responsible for arranging you own transportation or ride share. 

Hike Leader: Scott Connelly Email click here

Photos from previous hike: click here

Health Problems/allergies:   Discuss any medical concerns with the hike leader that may affect your ability to complete the hike.