Carrizo Canyon Interpretative Hike – Palm Desert, CA

Carrizo Canyon Interpretative Hike – Palm Desert, CA

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Don’t miss this upcoming Local Event in Palm Desert, CA. Happening on Thursday, December 19, 2024 at Art Smith Trailhead. Doors open at 8:00 AM.

This bighorn sheep habitat is only open 3 months a year!

Carrizo Canyon is open October through December and provides wonderful opportunities to see the endangered Peninsular Bighorn Sheep and many other desert critters. You will learn about the geology of the area and a great outdoor experience close to downtown Palm Desert.

This trail is in a sandy wash with uneven terrain. As the canyon narrows there will be some rocks and small boulders to hike around and step over. Hike rating is easy, approximately 3 miles round trip. Elevation gain is approximately 300 feet. Bring snacks and 2 liters of water per person. Wear close-toed shoes, sun hat and sunscreen. Sorry no dogs allowed on this trail.

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 Visitor Center at 760-862-9984.

Please note: We will meet at the Art Smith Trailhead parking lot located just past the driveway for the Visitor Center approximately 100 feet on the southwest side of Highway 74.

View map at coordinates: 33.667957, -116.407666

Sponsored by Friends of the Desert Mountains. Visit our website at www.DesertMountains.org

Purchase Carrizo Canyon Interpretative Hike Tickets Below:

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Additional Details

Event ID - 999686959607

Event Venue - Art Smith Trailhead

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Date And Time

Thursday, December 19th, 2024 @ 08:00 AM
 

Venue

Art Smith Trailhead
 

Location

Highway 74, Palm Desert, CA 92260
 

Event Types

Other
 

Event Category

California

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