Palm to Potrero Loop Hike
Sunday, February 16, 2020 at 7:30 AM – 1:30 PM
Next Week · 50–75°F Partly Cloudy
Two big hikes back to back. I may tire you out this coming weekend. Mission Creek on Saturday and this one on Sunday.
The weather is perfect for longer hikes. No worries I will have some easy ones coming up.
A new hike for me. Palm Canyon to Potrero Canyon
THE SHORTER BEGINNING:
Please note you can join us and turn around in the two mile stretch for Palm Canyon. So you can so still join the group and do an easier stretch of this hike. The two mile beginning stretch is very beautiful and worth spending that time with the group. It is easy to find your way back to the parking lot.
Palm to Potrero Loop Hike
THE FULL HIKE
Rated: Difficult
9.5 miles
1500ft gain and drop
Little shade.
Temp forecast 72 so far....
Bring Water
Bring a Lunch
Fee to enter the Indian Canyons
Adults . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $9
Seniors 62+. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$7
Students . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$7 (with student ID)
Children (6-12) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$5
Military . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Free (with U.S. military ID)
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Here is a descent description I do have it mapped.
Hike along Palm Canyon Trail for 2 miles until you come to the dry wash. Continue straight ahead along Indian Potrero Trail. This will take you in a counter-clockwise loop. In about 8/10 mile you'll see a sign for the Stone Pools (to your right). The pools are only a few hundred feet off the main trail and are a pleasant diversion in winter and spring.
Shortly after rejoining the trail there is a fairly steep ascent, but it isn't too long. You'll soon come upon an interesting plateau with diverse plant life and rock formations. At the 4.7 mile point you'll start heading back west toward the Trading Post. This is the least interesting part of the loop. It's a downhill wide trail/road that eventually leads to a wash with canyon walls.
I really enjoyed this hike. At 9 miles, it's a long hike if you're not experienced. If you're in decent shape it shouldn't be a problem. Just bring plenty of water, sunscreen, and something to snack on.
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Meeting Location:
Cost Plus World Market Parking Lot
Address: 2465 E Palm Canyon Dr Building 4, Palm Springs, CA 92264
We depart from that location at 7:30 am sharp. I may arrive at 7:15 but I will try to arrive sooner to the parking lot.
Jason Bruecks