PS-HIKE Santa Ysabel Preserve Exploration and Pie

Description: This is a combination pleasant 2 hour (86 mile each way) mountain drive and exploratory hike (new to the hike leader). As bonuses, we’ll stop at the Preserve’s visitor center and stop at Julian Pie Company (just across the highway from the Preserve) before heading back to the desert. We are may encounter deer, birds, and cattle, and the vistas are reported to be quite good.

Some shade trees along the route will serve as sun breaks, but be prepared for some very sunny hiking. Poles may be helpful on some of the inclines and declines, but the paths seem to be well maintained and in some cases are current or former two-track trails.

• Meeting location: Denny’s Hwy 111 and Date Palm Ave, Cathedral City
• Time: 7:30 AM - 3:30 PM
• Distance 5 miles
• Elevation gain 850 ‘
• Difficulty: Moderate due to length and elevation gain.
• Minimum Elevation 3,019’
• Type: Loop
• Hike Time: 2-2.5 hours
• Hiking requirements: You must be able to sustain a 22 minute (2.7) mile pace for up to 5 miles over mostly gentle terrain with some steeper sections..

Click this link for more information about the Preserve: 

Drivers will likely use $35 of gas for the 172 mile round trip.

Contact hike leader:  Spencer B. Email click here

Bring: Ten Essentials, water (1 to 2 liters recommended), lunch/ snacks, sun protection, layered clothing, hiking poles may be helpful. Carry emergency contact information. Sturdy hiking footwear with good tread and adequate drinking water are required. 

Hiking Requirements (How can I tell if a hike is for me?). You will need to be in good physical condition for this hike. Click here for more information.

Carpooling is encouraged and may be available if offered by driver. You are responsible for arranging your own transportation or ride share. Carpool transportation is at the sole risk of the participants.  Arrive a few minutes early for briefing and carpooling. 

Cancel: If you cannot make a hike for which you have registered please cancel as others may be on the waitlist. You may cancel directly from your profile settings or notify the hike leader.

Weather Policy: Inclement weather cancels.

Unless otherwise noted, registration for this event is limited to Great Outdoors members. To sign up as a member, click here 

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