PS - Hike: Covington Flats Loop-SAVE THE DATE

  • Sat, November 30, 2024
  • 8:00 AM - 2:30 PM
  • Joshua Tree National Park Covington Flats

Registration

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Scenic hike in Joshua Tree National Park through varied desert landscapes with Joshua trees, chaparral and pinyon-juniper scrub. Begins at Lower Covington Flats; includes some easy-to-moderate scrambling down several dry waterfalls in a beautiful canyon that is in the upper section of Smith Water Canyon.

6 Miles loop with Elevation gain of 800 feet, includes scrambling down several dry waterfalls.

HIKE DIFFICULTY: Moderate +

Meet at 8:00 am at PetSmart Palm Springs; Map, or meet at 8:45 am in the Village Center shopping plaza (56865 – 29 Palms Hwy) in Yucca Valley in front of the Big Lots store. We will car pool/caravan to the trailhead from there. This includes a 9-mile drive along La Contenta Rd., a dirt road with some rough/poorly graded sections.

Bring Ten Essentials (click here), water (2 to 3 liters recommended), trail snacks/lunch. Sun protection and layered clothing are recommended. Carry Emergency Contact Information (ICE). Hiking poles may be helpful. Sturdy hiking footwear with good tread and adequate drinking water are essential. 

Contact Hike Leader: Scott Connelly email click here

Co hike leader: 

The hike is within the Park, but no entry fee is required for access to our trailhead. No pets allowed.



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


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