Come Take A Hike In Palm Springs!!
Hike The South Lykken Trail: This is one of my favorite trails. It was the first trail I hiked in Palm Springs. There are picnic tables at both north and south end of this trail. We usually start and the north end of this trail and climb up to the picnic tables at the top of the trail. This is a moderate hike, and will take you about 40-45 minutes at a medium pace. From there, you can turn around and go back, or continue on to the south end of the trail. If you choose to do this the trail is mostly downhill from the picnic tables if you are going from the north end to the south end, and the hike will take about two hours. Read more about the South Lykken Trail ...
Hiking and so much more
Are you going to be visiting the Palm Springs area? Are you interested in hiking or other outdoor activities in the Coachella Valley, Palm Springs or nearby areas? Need a place to stay in the Palm Springs area? Need info on area restaurants? Or do you want to see a movie and dine at one of the Coachella Valleys great restaurants? You can find information on where to stay while in the Coachella Valley as well. We also have information on Golf, Movies, Photography and other things to do in Palm Springs and Southern California, as well as info on Northern California, Oregon, Arizona hiking trails, and cycling information in Southern and Northern California, Oregon and Arizona.
Please use your brain hikers!
Over the Christmas weekend in the Palm Springs area at least two groups of hikers had to be rescued. Two men hiking up to the top of Palm Springs Aerial Tramway, and one group near the Painted Canyon, near Mecca. None of the hikers were dressed to withstand the weather, officials said. Just like during the hot summer months, hikers need to be prepared for the elements when hiking in the winter months. When hiking up to the Tram you will encounter snow, ice and very cold weather. Do not attempt this hike unless you are experienced and are well prepared!
Hiking in other areas around Palm Springs can be just as dangerous. Just because it is a desert doesn't mean it will not get cold. Desert weather can be cold, windy and very dangerous. Wear proper clothing, have proper equipment and follow these hiking tips or you may pay with your life. Please read this story from Mydesert.com: Hikers rescued from ill-fated hikes
Road Trip: New Orleans Photo Gallery
View photo gallery of New Orleans during a road trip in January of 2009
My trip to New Orleans was a business trip to photograph a convention, but I did have time to do a little exploring on my own. I found New Orleans a very pleasant city to visit, the people were friendly, and the music and Hurricanes on Bourbon Street were great!!
2010 Stagecoach Country Music Festival Lineup
The 2010 Stagecoach Festival will be held Saturday, April 24 and Sunday, April 25, 2010 at the Empire Polo Field in Indio, CA. Sugarland, Keith Urban, Toby Keith, and Brook & Dunn have been confirmed as headliners.
Additional performers include Billy Currington, Phil Vassar, Merle Haggard, The Oak Ridge Boys, Jamey Johnson, Ray Price, Carlene Carter, Joey + Rory, BJ Thomas, The Avett Brothers, Bobby Bare, Nick 13, Doyle Lawson & Quicksilver, Baxter Black, Steel Drivers, Easton Corbin, Mallary Hope, Chuck Mead, Mary Gauthier, Bill Anderson, Waddie Mitchell and Trampled By Turtles.
Tickets for Stagecoach went on sale Friday, October 16 at all Ticketmaster locations and www.Stagecoachfestival.com. Ticket prices start at just $99.00 for two-day passes. A variety of reserved seating, camping and RV packages are also available; to view a complete breakdown of available ticketing and onsite camping/RV options, please visit www.Stagecoachfestival.com.
Check out our Events Page
Click here for more information on the Stagecoach Music Festival, and other annual Coachella Valley events, including the Coachella Valley Music Festival and more.
"50 Years of Hope"
Arnold Palmer's storied career featured plenty of time on the courses of the Coachella Valley, including playing in and hosting the Bob Hope Classic last January.
For the first time, you can read all of Palmer's exploits, as well as the rich traditions and behind-the-scenes stories of the Hope Classic, in a book written by The Desert Sun's Larry Bohannan. Order "50 Years of Hope" here!
One hiker's blog
Can a man in his late 40's with a wife, a family and a job find the time and motivation to hike every single day for an entire year? Follow along as one La Quinta man tries to do just that. An interesting blog with a lot of great photos from hiking trails and other desert areas in and around the Coachella Valley. Check it out at Hike Every Day
Video Gaming and Game Reviews
Check out our Older Video Gamers page for information on the latest video games with the older video gamers in mind (cuz we ain't all kids!!). See reviews and links to purchase video games and video game systems like Xbox and Playstation 3. Visit our video gaming page now! and get information on Modern Warfare 2, Borderlands, Uncharted 2: Among Thieves, Assassin's Creed 2, Left 4 Dead 2, Dead Space, Fallout 3 and more.
Hiking Books For Palm Springs
Philip Ferranti's books on hiking in Palm Springs, the Coachella Valley and surrounding areas are a must have if you are planning on hiking in the area. Amazon.com also has several other books that will make your hiking adventure a great one, including books on hiking and rock climbing in Joshua Tree National Park.
Hiking and Outdoor Equipment
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RunKeeper is a great iPhone App
I found a great iPhone app to use when hiking, walking (or many other activites), it is called Runkeeper. I have the paid version and I love it! Using the iPhone's GPS capabilities, you can track your fitness activities, including distance, time, speed, pace, calories burned, elevation, and path traveled on a map.
If you want to try before you buy they have a free version that works great as well, but the paid version has many extra features. I don't get any commissions or kickbacks if you purchase this app, I am endorsing it because it works great, and it is easy to figure out. The app lets you share your activities to Facebook and Twitter automatically if you want, and you can keep the map of your workout private if you prefer. Their website is also great for tracking your workouts and sharing them with family and friends. Check out the app and their website today!
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Hiking In Palm Springs Disclaimer
Any outdoor recreation can be potentially hazardous, and hiking is no exception. All participants must assume responsibility for their own actions and safety, exercise sound judgment, and be prepared for and seek advice on weather and trail conditions.
Although the authors and publisher of Hiking-in-ps.com ("this site") try to make the site as accurate as possible, they disclaim any liability for accident, loss, injury, inconvenience or other damage that may be sustained by anyone using the information contained on the site.
