Desert Mountain

Ed Hastey Garden Walk
2025-02-14 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-02-07 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Santa Rosa & San Jacinto Mountains National Monument Visitor Center, 51500 Highway 74, Palm Desert, CA, 92260, United States
Enjoy the garden surrounding the National Monument Visitor Center.

Enjoy strolling the Ed Hastey Garden Walk led by Friends’ volunteer docent. It is a great introduction to learn about native plants and animals that inhabit our desert, and the value of urban conservation.
This short, easy walk is suitable for persons of all ages and abilities with a paved 3-foot-wide path. All topics are open for conversation such as climate change, ancestors of the Cahuilla, geology, and early history of the foothills of the Santa Rosa Mountains.
Sorry, no dogs are allowed on this trail. Recommend one 1 liter of water per person, sun hat and sunscreen.
RSVP is required. Check-in 15 minutes prior to start time. Ticket reservations begin 14 days prior to the event. A suggested non-refundable donation of $5.00 per person is appreciated and encouraged to support our volunteer programs.
For more information contact the Visitor Center at 760-862-9984.
Click here for map/UTM coordinates: 33.67149, -116.40839

Pushawalla Palm Oasis Loop Trail
2025-02-14 08:30 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Pushawalla Palms Trailhead, Thousand Palms Canyon Road, Desert Hot Springs, CA, 92241, United States
Join us for a MODERATELY STRENUOUS hike to Pushawalla Palms Oasis. This 4.8-mile hike involves an elevation gain of over 700 feet.
The hike begins in a sandy wash that quickly transitions to a series of steep ridge climbs. Along the way we’ll discuss how and why palm oasis form along earthquake faults in this area. We’ll then descend through a narrow-eroded path to Pushawalla Canyon with its contorted cliffs, colorful terrain and lush palm oasis. As we explore the oasis, we’ll discuss this unique ecosystem. Our return starts with climbing a steep, rocky hill to a plateau that leads back to the trailhead.
We strongly recommend hiking shoes or boots; sneakers will not provide sufficient traction on the steep and rocky climbs. Hiking poles optional but suggested. There is no shade so please bring a hat and sunscreen as well as 2 liters of water and a snack.
RSVP is required. Check-in 15 minutes prior to start time. Ticket reservations begin 14 days prior to the event.
REGISTER
A suggested nonrefundable donation of $5.00 per person is appreciated and encouraged to support our volunteer programs.
For more information contact Friends at 760-568-9918.
View map/UTM coordinates: 33.835341, -116.306906

CANCELLED: Rancho Mirage-Jackrabbit/Bighorn Overlook Trail Full Moon Hike - 7:45p
2025-02-13 19:45 - 20:45 (America/Los_Angeles) | Rancho Mirage City Hall Parking Lot, 69825 California 111, Rancho Mirage, CA, 92270, United States
THIS HIKE IS CANCELLED DUE TO FORECAST INCLEMENT WEATHER.

Join Friends of the Desert Mountains volunteer docents on a full moon hike on the Jackrabbit/Bighorn Overlook trail loop. You will experience the views of our desert mountains in the amazing wash of moonlight and shadows, as well as the urban night lights of the Coachella Valley.
This is a family friendly easy 1-mile hike with 200 feet of elevation gain (approx. 1 hour duration). The trail is narrow, 2 feet wide and on cobbled desert terrain. Bring 1 liter of water per person, headlamp or flashlight and wear close-toed shoes. No dogs allowed for this event.
Check-in begins 15 minutes prior to your group’s departure time. Ticket is required for check-in. Ticket reservations begin 7 days prior to the event. A suggested non-refundable donation of $5.00 per person is appreciated and encouraged to support our volunteer programs.
For more information contact the Visitor Center at 760-862-9984.
View map at U TM coordinates: 33.771071, -116.448379

CANCELLED: Rancho Mirage-Jackrabbit/Bighorn Overlook Trail Full Moon Hike - 7:30p
2025-02-13 19:30 - 20:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Rancho Mirage City Hall Parking Lot, 69825 California 111, Rancho Mirage, CA, 92270, United States

CANCELLED: Rancho Mirage-Jackrabbit/Bighorn Overlook Trail Full Moon Hike - 7:15p
2025-02-13 19:15 - 20:15 (America/Los_Angeles) | Rancho Mirage City Hall Parking Lot, 69825 California 111, Rancho Mirage, CA, 92270, United States

CANCELLED: Rancho Mirage-Chuckwalla Trail Full Moon Hike
2025-02-13 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Rancho Mirage City Hall Parking Lot, 69825 California 111, Rancho Mirage, CA, 92270, United States
THIS HIKE IS CANCELLED DUE TO FORECAST INCLEMENT WEATHER.

Grab your hiking boots and join Friends of the Desert Mountains volunteer docents on a full moon hike on the lower portion of the Chuckwalla Trail. You will experience the views of our desert mountains in the amazing wash of moonlight and shadows, as well as the urban night lights of the Coachella Valley.
This is a family friendly easy 2-mile hike with 350 feet of elevation gain. The trail is narrow, 2 feet wide and has 1-steep incline with cobbled desert terrain. Bring 1-2 liters of water per person, headlamp or flashlight and wear close-toed shoes. No dogs allowed for this event.
Check-in begins 15 minutes prior to your group’s departure time. Ticket is required for check-in. Ticket reservations begin 7 days prior to the event. A suggested non-refundable donation of $5.00 per person is appreciated and encouraged to support our volunteer programs.
For more information contact the Visitor Center at 760-862-9984.
View map at U TM coordinates: 33.771071, -116.448379

CANCELLED: Yoga with a Ranger
2025-02-13 09:00 - 10:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Santa Rosa & San Jacinto Mountains National Monument Visitor Center, 51500 Highway 74, Palm Desert, CA, 92260, United States
THIS EVENT IS CANCELLED DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER FORECAST.

Join a National Monument park ranger for an outdoor fun yoga flow for all skill levels. Connect with the landscape through a sequence of physical postures, movements, and breathing techniques that also strengthen your body and mind. Poses commonly mimic Earth, animals and trees. This outdoor activity is routinely performed barefoot.
Bring a yoga mat or towel, water, and sunscreen. Limited to 15 participants. Meet on the Visitor Center patio.
Reservations required and must bring ticket with you at check-in. Reservations begin 14 days prior to the event.
For more information call 760-862-9984.
UTM Coordinates for the Visitor Center are 33.67149, -116.40839
Santa Rosa & San Jacinto Mountains National Monument Visitor Center. Co-sponsored by Friends of the Desert Mountains.

La Quinta Full Moon Hike - 7:45p Group
2025-02-12 19:45 - 21:45 (America/Los_Angeles) | La Quinta Cove Trails Parking Lot, Calle Tecate & Avenida Bermudas, La Quinta, CA, 92253, United States
Experience the desert in the moonlight!

Experience a hike by moonlight! See the beauty of the shadows and wash of moonlight over our mountains. We will be looking for all types of night creatures along the trail. Our astronomers will have their telescope set-up to view the night sky.
This is a family friendly easy 3-mile loop hike with 150 feet elevation gain. The trail is 6 feet wide at the beginning and narrows to 2 feet wide with cobbled, uneven desert terrain. Bring 1 liter of water per person, headlamp or flashlight and wear closed-toed shoes. Sorry, no dogs allowed on this trail.
Check-in begins 15 minutes prior to your group’s departure time. Ticket is required for check-in. Ticket reservations begin 7 days prior to the event. A suggested non-refundable donation of $5.00 per person is appreciated and encouraged to support our volunteer programs.
For more information contact the Visitor Center at 760-862-9984.
View map at U TM coordinates: 33.648969, -116.309324

CANCELLED: Night Sky Star Observations - La Quinta
2025-02-12 19:30 - 22:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | La Quinta Cove Trails Parking Lot, Calle Tecate & Avenida Bermudas, La Quinta, CA, 92253, United States
DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER, THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED.

Friends of the Desert Mountains volunteer astronomers will be setting up their telescopes and are inviting you to their “star party”. A clear night sky offers an ever-changing display of fascinating objects to see — stars, constellations, bright planets, a full moon, and sometimes special events like meteor showers or an eclipse. While observing the night sky, occasionally we might see the international space station moving over the Coachella Valley.
A suggested non-refundable donation of $5.00 per person is appreciated and encouraged to support our volunteer programs. Ticket reservations begin 7 days prior to the event.
NOTE: CHECK WEATHER BEFORE DEPARTING, THIS EVENT WILL BE CANCELED FOR HEAVY CLOUD COVER, WIND OR RAIN.
For more information contact the Visitor Center at 760-862-9984.
View map at U TM coordinates: 33.648969, -116.309324

La Quinta Full Moon Hike - 7:30p Group
2025-02-12 19:30 - 21:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | La Quinta Cove Trails Parking Lot, Calle Tecate & Avenida Bermudas, La Quinta, CA, 92253, United States

La Quinta Full Moon Hike - 7:15p Group
2025-02-12 19:15 - 21:15 (America/Los_Angeles) | La Quinta Cove Trails Parking Lot, Calle Tecate & Avenida Bermudas, La Quinta, CA, 92253, United States

La Quinta Full Moon Hike - 7pm Group
2025-02-12 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | La Quinta Cove Trails Parking Lot, Calle Tecate & Avenida Bermudas, La Quinta, CA, 92253, United States

CANCELLED: Indio Badlands Trail Full Moon Hike - 7:30p Group
2025-02-11 19:30 - 21:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Indio Hills Badlands Trail, Golf Center Parkway, Indio, CA, 92203, United States
DUE TO HIGH WINDS AND POOR AIR QUALITY, THIS HIKE HAS BEEN CANCELLED.

Strap on your hiking boots for a full moon hike on the first mile of the Indio Badlands Trail. As we embark on this hike, the moonlight casts enchanting shadows on the desert terrain. The sky will be brilliantly lit up for the desert creatures to be scurrying about.
This family-friendly adventure offers a manageable 2-mile out and back hike with minimal elevation gain. Bring your hiking poles for stability getting up to the ridge, and, of course, 1-2 liters of water for each family member.
The astronomers will set up their telescopes for star gazing, adding an extra layer of magic to your night experience in the desert.
RSVP is required and you must bring your ticket with you for check-in 15 minutes prior to start time. Ticket reservations begin 7 days prior to the event. A suggested non-refundable donation of $5.00 per person is appreciated and encouraged to support our volunteer programs.
For more information contact the Friends of the Desert Mountains at 760-568-9918.
VIEW MAP at UTM coordinates: 33.744235, -116.199386

CANCELADO: Excursión Bajo la Luna Llena en el Sendero Indio Hills
2025-02-11 19:30 - 21:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Indio Hills Badlands Trail, Golf Center Parkway, Indio, CA, 92203, United States
ESTE EVENTO HA SIDO CANCELADO.

Póngase las botas de montaña para una caminata bajo la luna llena en el sendero Indio Hills. Mientras nos embarcamos en esta caminata, la luz de la luna proyecta sombras encantadoras sobre el terreno desértico. El cielo estará brillantemente iluminado para que las criaturas del desierto puedan corretear.
Esta aventura familiar ofrece una caminata manejable de 2 millas ida y vuelta con un desnivel mínimo. Traiga sus bastones de senderismo para tener estabilidad al subir a la cresta y, por supuesto, mucha agua para cada miembro de la familia.
Los astrónomos instalarán sus telescopios para observar las estrellas, añadiendo un toque extra de magia a su experiencia nocturna en el desierto.
Es necesario confirmar su asistencia y debe traer su boleto para registrarse 15 minutos antes de la hora de inicio. Las reservas de entradas comienzan 7 días antes del evento. Se agradece y alienta una donación no reembolsable sugerida de $5.00 por persona para apoyar nuestros programas voluntariados.
Para obtener más información, comuníquese con Friends al 760-568-9918.
Haga clic aquí para ver el mapa/coordenadas UTM: 33.744235, -116.199386

CANCELLED: Indio Badlands Trail Full Moon Hike - 7:15p Group
2025-02-11 19:15 - 21:15 (America/Los_Angeles) | Indio Hills Badlands Trail, Golf Center Parkway, Indio, CA, 92203, United States

CANCELLED: Indio Badlands Trail Full Moon Hike - 7pm Group
2025-02-11 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Indio Hills Badlands Trail, Golf Center Parkway, Indio, CA, 92203, United States

CANCELLED: Night Sky Star Observations in Indio Hills - Vistazo de estrellas en Indio
2025-02-11 19:00 - 21:00 UTC | CA
DUE TO HEAVY CLOUD COVER THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED. DEBIDO A LA DENSA NUBOSIDAD, ESTE EVENTO HA SIDO CANCELADO.

A Friends of the Desert Mountains volunteer astronomer will be setting up a telescope and is inviting you to a “star party”. A clear night sky offers an ever-changing display of fascinating objects to see — stars, constellations, bright planets, a full moon, and sometimes special events like meteor showers or an eclipse. While observing the night sky, occasionally we might see the international space station moving over the Coachella Valley.
A suggested non-refundable donation of $5.00 per person is appreciated and encouraged to support our volunteer programs. Ticket reservations begin 7 days prior to the event.
NOTE: CHECK WEATHER BEFORE DEPARTING, THIS EVENT WILL BE CANCELED FOR HEAVY CLOUD COVER, WIND OR RAIN.
For more information contact the Friends of the Desert Mountains at 760-568-9918.
VIEW MAP at UTM coordinates: 33.744235, -116.199386
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Los astrónomos instalarán telescopios y lo invitan a una “fiesta de estrellas”. Un cielo nocturno despejado ofrece una exhibición de objetos fascinantes para ver: estrellas, constelaciones, planetas brillantes, una luna llena y, a veces, eventos especiales como lluvias de meteoritos o un eclipse. Mientras observamos el cielo nocturno, ocasionalmente podemos ver la estación espacial internacional moviéndose sobre el valle de Coachella.
Se agradece y alienta una donación no reembolsable sugerida de $5.00 por persona para apoyar nuestros programas de voluntariado. Las reservas de boletos comienzan 7 días antes del evento.
NOTA: CONSULTE EL CLIMA ANTES DE SALIR, ESTE EVENTO SE CANCELARÁ SI ESTA NUBLANDO, HAY VIENTO O LLUVIA.
Para obtener más información, comuníquese con Friends of the Desert Mountains al 760-568-9918.
Haga clic aquí para ver el mapa/las coordenadas UTM: 33.744235, -116.199386

Mecca Aster Canyon Hike - early sunset departure
2025-02-11 15:30 - 17:45 (America/Los_Angeles) | Box Canyon and Painted Canyon Roads, Box Canyon Road and Painted Canyon Road, Mecca, CA, 92254, United States
Join us for a hike into the Chuckwalla National Monument. On this hike we will walk through a wash full of amazing geology with colors that you will not see elsewhere. We will explore an impressive slot canyon with walls towering over our head and then return to the main canyon to continue exploring. With some luck, we will see some Mecca asters.
This hike is classified as easy with a distance of 3 miles and an elevation gain of over 300 feet. Bring 2 liters of water, a snack to enjoy, wear closed-toed shoes, sun hat and sunscreen. Bring a second warm layer since temperatures will drop during the hike.
RSVP is required. Ticket reservations begin 14 days prior to the event. A suggested nonrefundable donation of $5.00 per person is appreciated and encouraged to support our volunteer programs.
REGISTER
For more information contact Friends at 760-568-9918.
NOTE: We will meet at the intersection of Box Canyon Rd and Painted Canyon Rd and caravan to the trailhead.
View map/UTM coordinates: 33.575860, -115.996090

Mecca Aster Canyon Hike - noon departure
2025-02-11 12:00 - 15:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Box Canyon and Painted Canyon Roads, Box Canyon Road and Painted Canyon Road, Mecca, CA, 92254, United States
Join us for a hike into the Chuckwalla National Monument. On this hike we will walk through a wash full of amazing geology with colors that you will not see elsewhere. We will explore an impressive slot canyon with walls towering over our head and then return to the main canyon to continue exploring. With some luck, we will see some Mecca asters.
This hike is classified as easy with a distance of 3 miles and an elevation gain of over 300 feet. Bring 2 liters of water, a snack to enjoy, wear closed-toed shoes, sun hat and sunscreen.
RSVP is required. Ticket reservations begin 14 days prior to the event. A suggested nonrefundable donation of $5.00 per person is appreciated and encouraged to support our volunteer programs.
REGISTER
For more information contact Friends at 760-568-9918.
NOTE: We will meet at the intersection of Box Canyon Rd and Painted Canyon Rd and caravan to the trailhead.
View map/UTM coordinates: 33.575860, -115.996090

Earl Henderson Trail Hike
2025-02-11 09:00 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Araby Wash Parking Area, S. Araby Drive in Araby Wash, Palm Springs, CA, 92264, United States
Our volunteers will take you on a guided hike through the Santa Rosa & San Jacinto Mountains National Monument!

Enjoy this easy hike along the hillside above Araby Wash. Explore the wonders of this critical habitat area to learn about the endangered Casey’s June Beetle and fire ecology in this sensitive habitat area. On our return loop, we will wander down into the wash to checkout a few desert plants. Sorry, no dogs allowed on this trail. This is an easy hiking trail. Distance will be about 3 miles. Elevation gain of 100 feet. Bring 2 liters of water, snacks, wear closed-toed shoes, sun hat and sunscreen.
RSVP is required and you must bring your ticket with you for check-in 15 minutes prior to start time. Space is limited. Ticket reservations begin 14 days prior to the event. A suggested nonrefundable donation of $5.00 per person is appreciated and encouraged to support our volunteer programs.
For more information contact the Visitor Center at 760-862-9984.
We will meet at the trailhead located on South Araby Dr.Click here for map/UTM coordinates: 33.794641, -116.514338

Mecca Aster Canyon Hike
2025-02-11 08:00 - 11:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Box Canyon and Painted Canyon Roads, Box Canyon Road and Painted Canyon Road, Mecca, CA, 92254, United States

Birding Walk-About, Visitor Center
2025-02-10 08:00 - 09:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Santa Rosa & San Jacinto Mountains National Monument Visitor Center, 51500 Highway 74, Palm Desert, CA, 92260, United States
Calling All Birders!

Our experienced birding volunteer docent will share interesting facts about the Coachella Valley native species and other migratory birds found in the National Monument. We begin the search for our feathered friends in their native desert habitat at the new observation area. Then on to the Ed Hastey Garden Walk (paved) and tortoise habitat areas. From the parking area, we will take a short walk to the Randall Henderson Trail to check out the lower sandy wash area where other birds may be found.
Bring your binoculars, 1 liter of water, sun hat, sunscreen, and camera. Sorry, no dogs allowed on this trail.
RSVP is required. Check-in 15 minutes prior to start time. Ticket reservations begin 14 days prior to the event. A suggested non-refundable donation of $5.00 per person is appreciated and encouraged to support our volunteer programs.
For more information contact the Visitor Center at 760-862-9984.

Randall Henderson Interpretative Hike - Full Trail
2025-02-09 08:30 - 11:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Randall Henderson Trailhead, 51500 Highway 74, Palm Desert, CA, 92260, United States
Explore this popular trail on the National Monument

ENDANGERED ANIMALS OF THE MONUMENT!
Explore the Randall Henderson Trail with a volunteer docent and learn about two of our federally threatened animals and the challenges they face in the ever-changing environment. Both play different, but equally important roles in the desert ecology. The docent will help you search for them as you hike along the 3 loops/2.5 miles of trail.
This trail is in a sandy wash, and portions can be on narrow uneven desert terrain. The elevation gain is approximately 350 feet. This hike is considered moderate.
Bring 2 liters of water, snacks, wear closed-toed shoes, a sun hat and sunscreen. Sorry, no dogs allowed on this trail.
RSVP is required. Check-in is 15 minutes prior to start time. Ticket reservations begin 14 days prior to the event.
A suggested non-refundable donation of $5.00 per person is appreciated and encouraged to support our volunteer programs.
For more information contact the Visitor Center at 760-862-9984.
Please note: we will meet in the Randall Henderson Trailhead parking area at the Visitor Center.
VIEW MAP at UTM coordinates: 33.670193, -116.406895

Randall Henderson Interpretative Hike - Partial Trail
2025-02-09 08:30 - 10:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Randall Henderson Trailhead, 51500 Highway 74, Palm Desert, CA, 92260, United States
Explore this popular trail on the National Monument

ENDANGERED ANIMALS OF THE MONUMENT!
Explore the Randall Henderson Trail with a volunteer docent and learn about two of our federally threatened animals and the challenges they face in the ever-changing environment. Both play different, but equally important roles in the desert ecology. The docent will help you search for them as you hike along the 3 loops/2.5 miles of trail.
This trail is in a sandy wash, and portions can be on narrow uneven desert terrain. The elevation gain is approximately 200 feet. This hike is considered easy.
Bring 2 liters of water, snacks, wear closed-toed shoes, a sun hat and sunscreen. Sorry, no dogs allowed on this trail.
RSVP is required. Check-in is 15 minutes prior to start time. Ticket reservations begin 14 days prior to the event.
A suggested non-refundable donation of $5.00 per person is appreciated and encouraged to support our volunteer programs.
For more information contact the Visitor Center at 760-862-9984.
Please note: we will meet in the Randall Henderson Trailhead parking area at the Visitor Center.
VIEW MAP at UTM coordinates: 33.670193, -116.406895

Returning Volunteer Agreement Signing + Updates
2025-02-08 13:00 - 14:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Santa Rosa & San Jacinto Mountains National Monument Visitor Center, 51500 Highway 74, Palm Desert, CA, 92260, United States
Orientation for returning volunteers

We need RETURNING volunteers (those who have attended a general volunteer orientation) to attend ONE session this year and sign new BLM volunteer agreements. Please attend one of these sessions to continue your great work with our organization.
Questions? Contact Dallas Williams at 760 568-9918 or email dwilliams@desertmountains.org
To learn more about volunteering with us, go to www.DesertMountains.org/portal to complete an application and read the handbook describing all our opportunities.

Volunteer Orientation
2025-02-08 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Santa Rosa & San Jacinto Mountains National Monument Visitor Center, 51500 Highway 74, Palm Desert, CA, 92260, United States
Orientation for new volunteers

We need ALL volunteers (that are new or have not attended an orientation in the prior season) to attend orientation and sign paperwork. If you have not already attended a general volunteer orientation this season, please attend one of these sessions to begin or continue your great work with our organization.
RETURNING VOLUNTEERS WHO ATTENDED AN ORIENTATION LAST SEASON, PLEASE SIGN UP FOR THE RETURNING VOLUNTEER AGREEMENT SIGNING INSTEAD.
Questions? Contact Dallas Willams at 760 568-9918 or email dwilliams@desertmountains.org
VOLUNTEERS: Please register.
To learn more about volunteering with us, go to www.DesertMountains.org/portal to complete an application and read the handbook describing all our opportunities.

Indio Badlands Wash Trail Adaptive Sports Hike
2025-02-08 08:30 - 11:00 UTC | Indio Hills Badlands Trail, Golf Center Parkway, Indio, CA, 92203, United States
Join SoCal Adaptive Sports and Friends of the Desert Mountains volunteer docents on a hike for persons with disabilities, their family, and friends at the Indio Hills Badlands Trail. For our intrepid adventurers, we will be hiking over the Coachella Canal, up a few small hills and then drop down into the wash area.
We will explore the wash looking for lizards and checking for other small desert inhabitants. We will discuss the unique geology of the area. AND your furry, 4-legged buddy is welcome to come along.
The trail is easy and 2 miles long. Bring snacks, 2 liters of water per person and your hiking poles. Wear close-toed shoes, a sun hat and sunscreen.
REGISTER
For more information, contact Michael at mike@socaladaptivesports.org or 760-469-9207.
View map/UTM coordinates: 33.744235, -116.199386

Tour De Palm Springs
2025-02-08 06:30 - 17:00 UTC | Tour de Palm Springs, S. Palm Canyon Drive and Tahquitz, Palm Springs, CA, 92262, United States
Support Friends of the Desert Mountains by walking or riding in the Tour De Palm Springs.
When registering, choose Join a Fundraising Team and select Friends of the Desert Mountains (under “Event Fundraising” section). Your registration fee will help protect our local mountain views, hiking and biking trails, and unique wildlife found nowhere else on Earth!
Choose from the several routes, either biking or walking.
Discounted Fee Deadline: Thursday, Jan 30, 2025 at 12:00 AM PT. Online Registration Deadline: Friday, Feb 7, 2025 at 10:00am PT
REGISTER AT: https://www.bikereg.com/tour-de-palm-springs
Additionally, purchase raffle tickets to support Friends of the Desert Mountains. For the $1 tickets, prizes include gift cards to restaurants and stores, tram tickets, and museum tickets, $5 tickets include chance to win hotel stays, golf and more. Tickets for an e-bike are $25 each.
TO PURCHASE RAFFLE TICKETS, STOP BY THE FRIENDS OFFICE, 51500 Hwy 74, Palm Desert or call: 760-568-9918
Winners will be posted at: www.tourdepalmsprings.com after the event.

Indio Hills Badlands Trail Hike
2025-02-07 08:30 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Indio Hills Badlands Trail, Golf Center Parkway, Indio, CA, 92203, United States
Explore this diverse trail in the Indio Hills.

This trail offers a spectacular loop through a classic badland topography formed by thousands of years of erosion and an active San Andreas Fault. You will hike through slot canyons, in the shadow of tectonic up-tilts, sandy washes, switchbacks, a short but steep incline and along a prominent ridge with a 360-degree view of the Salton Sea to San Gorgonio Mountain.
This trail is friendly to dogs on a leash. The distance is 5.5 miles with an elevation gain of 650 feet. Bring 2 liters of water, snacks, wear closed-toed shoes, sun hat and sunscreen.
RSVP is required and you must bring your ticket with you for check-in 15 minutes prior to start time. Ticket reservations begin 14 days prior to the event. A suggested non-refundable donation of $5.00 per person is appreciated and encouraged to support our volunteer programs.
For more information contact the Friends of the Desert Mountains at 760-568-9918.
VIEW MAP at UTM coordinates: 33.744235, -116.199386
