Palm Desert Full Moon Hikes (NEW!)

We are excited to announce Full Moon Hikes in Palm Desert! We begin at the Homme-Adams Park that is nestled in the foothills of the Santa Rosa Mountains. There are four different hikes offered, please read each description carefully and select the trail best for your skill level. Gabby Hayes to the Hopalong Cassidy Hike: (MODERATELY EASY; for Experienced or Beginner Hikers Looking for a Challenge) The hike has full moon shadows beginning at the Homme-Adams Park. We will walk to Cahuilla Hills Park then begin hiking on the Gabby Hayes trail to the Hopalong Cassidy Trail. We will hike up a short section of the Hoppy and return. The elevation gain is 300-feet. This is a 2.2-mile loop trail on sandy uneven desert terrain for an experienced hiker to enjoy. Cahuilla Hills to Fox Canyon Hike: (EASY; for Beginner Hikers) You will enjoy this lollipop trail as it is bathed with moonlight. We begin by hiking to Cahuilla Hills Park. We will exit the Park heading north by Fox Canyon where we will loop back to the Gabby Hayes trail and return to check-in. Elevation gain is 200-feet. This is a 2.1-mile lollipop trail on a sandy uneven desert terrain. Cahuilla Hills to Gabby Hayes: (EASY; for Beginner Hikers) This is a shorter lollipop trail hike. We begin by hiking to Cahuilla Hills Park. At the tennis courts we turn left to the Gabby Hayes Trail and loop back through the park. Returning to check-in. Returning to check-in. Elevation gain is 200-feet. This is a 1.75-mile lollipop trail on a sandy uneven desert terrain. Moon Walk at Homme Adams Park: (EASIEST; for any Hiker) You will enjoy an easy stroll in the moonlight and listen to the quiet nighttime desert. This is a 1.0-mile loop walk on a sandy uneven track with some cobble. Elevation gain is 50-feet. This walk is easy for all family members and persons with limited mobility. AND your furry, 4-legged buddy is welcome to come along but must be on a leash. Time: 7:00PM (All hikes begin at 7PM and range in length) Requirements: Bring 1-2 liter of water per person, and wear close-toed shoes. Recommended: Hiking boots, night hiking red light/black light and 2 liters of water. Hiking poles are optional. Meeting Location: All hikes check in at the Homme-Adams Park ; UTM Coordinates: 33.709048, -116.398609 For more information contact Friends of the Desert Mountains at 760-568-9918. A suggested non-refundable donation of $10.00 per person is appreciated and encouraged to support our volunteer programs. Tickets will go on sale one week prior to the event.