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Tortoise Walk and Talk
The Randall Henderson Trail is habitat for the endangered desert tortoise. Meg, National Monument Park Ranger, will lead you on this 1-mile loop hike. You will learn many interesting tidbits as you search for the tortoises on the trail. At trails end, you will have the opportunity to visit with the National Monument’s desert tortoise ambassador at his enclosure.
The trail is in a sandy wash on uneven desert terrain and 2 feet wide. Bring 2 liters of water, snacks, wear closed-toed shoes, sun hat and sunscreen.
Check-in begins 15 minutes prior to start time.
For more information contact the Visitor Center at 760-862-9984.
Hosted by the Santa Rosa & San Jacinto Mountains National Monument Visitor Center. Co-sponsored by Friends of the Desert Mountains.