Meet at 8:20 am (for 8:30 departure) in the parking lot next to Carl's Jr, at the corner of N. Palm Canyon and Racquet Club in Palm Springs, enter on Racquet Club: click here
or meet at the Big Morongo Preserve click here at 8:55 am
Big Morongo Canyon Preserve
Missed that trip to Vermont for Fall Foliage season last year? You can catch a very similar scene early November in our own backyard by joining this walk/hike.
Located on Morongo Valley north of Desert Hot Springs, Big Morongo Canyon Preserve is well recognized as an important wildlife corridor that links the San Gorgonio Wilderness with the San Bernardino National Forest and Joshua Tree National Park.
We will combine parts of three trails for an easy to moderate walk of about two to three miles that will include the marsh and riparian habitats and of course Fall Foliage. In addition to wildlife, the Preserve is an internationally-recognized birding site so consider bringing your binoculars.
After taking in the sites, we retrace our steps back to the trailhead and move onto Miracle Springs Resort & Spa for lunch at their indoor/outdoor Capri Restaurant and then “take the waters” in any of the 8 mineral pools of different temperatures.
You may skip the hike and meet us at the Spa Resort for lunch.
The first 20 registrants will receive a free Spa entry day pass, compliments of the Miracle Springs Resort & Spa who will be hosting our Holiday Party December 8.
Spa Admission: Adults – $20 Senior (Age 65+) – $15
Make sure you go to the correct Spa resort. There are two adjacent resorts, go to the Miracle Springs Resort & Spa to the North of the other spa, address is: 10625 Palm Dr, Desert Hot Springs, CA (Our Holiday party location)
Bring: Swimsuit - Towel - Lock for locker, tote bag
Ten Essentials (click here), water, 1 to 1.5 liters recommended, snacks, sun protection, layered clothing , hiking poles may be helpful. Carry Emergency Contact Information (ICE). Sturdy hiking footwear with good tread and adequate drinking water are required. Inclement weather may cancel.
Carpooling is encouraged and may be available if offered by driver. You are responsible for arranging you own transportation or ride share. Keep in mind the optional spa/lunch if carpooling.
