Palm Desert Full Moon Hikes (NEW!)

We are excited to announce Full Moon Hikes in Palm Desert! We begin at the Homme-Adams Park that is nestled in the foothills of the Santa Rosa Mountains. There are two different hikes offered, please read each description carefully and select the trail best for your skill level.

Cahuilla Hills to Fox Canyon Hike: (EASY; for Beginner Hikers) You will enjoy this lollipop trail as it is bathed with moonlight.  We begin by hiking to Cahuilla Hills Park. We will exit the Park heading north by Fox Canyon where we will loop back to the Gabby Hayes trail and return to check-in. Elevation gain is 200-feet. This is a 2.1-mile lollipop trail on a sandy uneven desert terrain.

Cahuilla Hills to Gabby Hayes: (EASY; for Beginner Hikers) This is a shorter lollipop trail hike.  We begin by hiking to Cahuilla Hills Park.  At the tennis courts we turn left to the Gabby Hayes Trail and loop back through the park.  Returning to check-in.  Returning to check-in. Elevation gain is 200-feet. This is a 1.75-mile lollipop trail on a sandy uneven desert terrain.

Time: 7:00PM (Hikes begin at 7PM and range in length)

Requirements: Bring 1-2 liter of water per person, and wear close-toed shoes.

Recommended: Hiking boots, night hiking red light/black light and 2 liters of water. Hiking poles are optional.

Meeting Location: Hikes check in at the Homme-Adams Park ; UTM Coordinates: 33.709048, -116.398609

For more information contact Friends of the Desert Mountains at 760-568-9918.

A suggested non-refundable donation of $10.00 per person is appreciated and encouraged to support our volunteer programs.

Tickets will go on sale one week prior to the event.