PS - Hike: Pushwalla Palms

Clarification: This hike doesn’t have a designated carpool location. Please arrive at the trailhead a few minutes prior to 8:00 A.M. to ensure a timely start.

• Trail Length: 4.5 miles 

• Hiking time: 3 hours
• Elevation Gain/Loss: 700 feet
• Difficulty Rating: Moderate
• Trail Route:  Loop - out and back 

Terrain: The initial hike along the ridge is a gradual uphill. Mostly firm sand footing with some loose sand. Much of the trail is level with good footing. However, descending into and climbing back out of the canyon is moderately challenging due to either loose footing or having to pick a path through small rocks in Car Crash Canyon.   

Meeting Place: Map click here. Follow Ramon Road over I-10 to Thousand Palms Canyon Road. Turn left and proceed for 1.8 miles. Trailhead is on the right.

Bring: Ten Essentials (click here), water (1 to 2 liters recommended), trail snacks. Sun protection and layered clothing are recommended. Carry Emergency Contact Information (ICE). Hiking poles may be helpful.

Hiking Requirements: You will need to be in good physical condition for this hike.  Click here for more information. Sturdy hiking footwear with good tread and adequate drinking water are required. Moderate hike is generally suitable for novice hikers who want a bit of a challenge. The terrain will involve a moderate incline and may have some steeper sections. Be able to hike up steep, narrow canyon and along narrow ridge. 

Contact Hike Leader: Howard K. email click here

Weather Policy: Inclement weather may cancel.

No dogs or pets allowed in the Preserve.

Photos prior hike click here and here.