Plan Harmony

Itinerary

Enjoy a loop hike on some of the best Palm Springs hiking trails on unmarked trails known mainly by locals, so not nearly as busy as other hiking trails in Palm Springs. As we hike we'll have amazing views of the desert valley all the way up to the beautiful mountains that surround Palm Springs. I'll point out & talk about the plants & how the Cahuilla people used them for medicine.

We'll see the very unique mid century modern Bob Hope house from the top of Hope Overlook (a hill at 1,371 ft.) & enjoy 360 degree views, perfect for scenic photos.

We'll see the windmills, Joshua Tree National Park, the San Jacinto Mtns, Mt San Gorgonio (the tallest mtn. in So Cal at 11,503 ft.), Palm Springs & other desert cities that make up the Coachella Valley. Next we'll head downhill into a small hidden Palm tree oasis that's in a canyon, not in Indian Canyons. (See my other new hike that is in Indian Canyons). During the winter the endangered Peninsular Bighorn Sheep come down to the desert to give birth, hopefully we'll see some if you're here then.

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• I will provide a clean & sanitized backpack for each person if needed.
• Bottled water - I will provide bottled water for each hiker.
• Snacks - I'll provide 1 granola bar for each hiker,

• Bring an electrolye drink if it's a warm/hot day to replace electolytes lost from sweat
• Bring a salty snack if it's a warm/hot day to maintain sodium levels lost through sweating.
• Bring a hat, sunglasses & wear sunscreen.
• Wear shoes with good traction, no sandals to many rocks..
• Check & dress for the weather forecast so you'll be comfortable, layering is best.
• Bring tissue during the winter. The cooler weather makes for runny noses on everyone I've noticed

• Not wheelchair accessible
• Not recommended for travelers with back problems
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
• Not recommended for people that are recovering from surgery, have vertigo, balance/mobility issues, bad knees. If you've got asthma bring your inhaler, if allergic to bees bring your EpiPen.
• All participants must be at least moderately fit & healthy, the hike is approximately 5.5 miles long with an elevation gain/loss of about 1000 feet & sections of trail that are rocky, uneven & have loose dirt/rocks, typical of other local trails. The hike lasts approximately 3 hours 30 minutes with most people I've noticed, but I've done it in as little 2 hrs 45 min. with experienced/fit people and it's taken just over 4 hours with less experienced/fit people. Please wear shoes with good traction, trail runners are perfect (no sandals). Make sure to dress for the weather forecast for comfort, layers are best. Please take lots of pics but briefly, no long photo sessions & for safety please no staring at your phone while we're walking. There are no restrooms here, but I carry restroom supplies. No talking about politics/religion. If booking the hike for others please make them aware of the physical requirements above for their safety and comfort.
• If the hike is on a warm/hot day each person must bring an electrolyte drink and a salty snack.
• Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
• Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
• Gear/equipment sanitized between use
• This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
• This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
• This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
• Confirmation will be received at time of booking

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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.