This blog will detail 1,000 video hikes in Southern California. By Southern California, I am drawing a line from San Luis Obispo to the Nevada Border. Anything south of that line will be declared "Southern California". In a way, it is a personal challenge to do so many hikes. Mainly, however, it is my way of showcasing how many hiking opportunities there really are right in our own geographic back yard. As a blog, it serves as a companion piece to my Youtube channel "Mike On The Trail". It is also a work in progress, as I don't actually have 1,000 edited videos completed. This will take effort for quite some time before it is declared done. Even then, there will still be more out there. Here's to hiking and all the positive effects it has had on my life...and possibly yours!
Summary The hike begins in a well-to-do Palm Springs neighborhood. It climbs quickly into the hills above. Once leveling off, it is possible to form a loop on the plateau, which I did. I saved Cahuilla Peak for last, which was just to the left of the intersection of trails. I went right on the Wildhorse Trail to begin the loop. The first peak reached was Wildhorse Peak. The trail heads up its rocky ridge to a prominent summit. The feeling of accomplishment was brief when looking at the rest of the ridge laid out in front.
Palm Springs views.
The Wildhorse Trail continues on the ridge toward Murray Hill. A left turn on the Clara Burgess Trail becomes necessary along the way. The hike rises from the junction to the summit of Murray Hill. On top are picnic tables, a benchmark, and great views. The prominent high point is a great resting spot for a quick snack before heading on.
Wildhorse Peak.
I chose to continue forward to form a loop, rather than returning the way I came. The trail drops quickly toward the canyon floor before continuing on to Cahuilla Peak.
Murray Hill.
I found the trail to not be too well marked in the canyon, but I eventually figured out the right pathway to take. Arrival at Cahuilla Peak, and to the junction just beyond it, marked the completion of the long dry loop of the ridge and canyon floor. After the loop, I still needed to descend to Palm Springs to close out the hike. Fortunately, I didn't run out of water, but I came close!
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