PS - Hike: Whitewater Preserve to Red Dome

We will take a moderately easy hike along the Whitewater River in the preserve to the "red dome". This is relatively lightly sloped trip upstream. We'll look for wildflowers and check out how the river is flowing. The weather should be cool and sunny. We will move at a slow to moderate pace. Trail is out and back.

• Trail Length: 4 miles
• Elevation Gain: 400'

Meet at 7:50am near the Carl's Jr in the shopping center on Racquet Club at Palm Canyon in Palm Springs map We will drive 14mi (25 minutes) route to the preserve parking lot.

Bring: Ten Essentials, water (1 to 2 liters recommended), a snack, sun protection, layered clothing, hiking poles may be helpful. Carry emergency contact information. Sturdy hiking footwear with good tread is 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.

Contact hike leader:  Joey D. email 

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 

Weather Policy: Inclement weather cancels

Pets allowed? Yes, on 6' max leash at all times.

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