# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Carrizo Canyon Opening Day Hike
- **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 01 Oct, 2026 at 08:00 am – Thu, 01 Oct, 2026 at 10:30 am (-07:00)
- **Event Description**: The Carrizo Canyon Ecological Preserve opens for the season on October 1st. This docent led hike takes you into a canyon that provides a chance to see the endangered Peninsular Bighorn Sheep and other desert critters. 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 390 feet. Sorry no dogs are allowed on this trail. Bring snacks and 2 liters of water per person. Wear close-toed shoes, sun hat and sunscreen.

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. 

RSVP required. Check-in begins 15 minutes prior to start time.
Reservations begin 2 weeks prior to the event at: https://www.desertmountains.org/event/carrizo-canyon-opening-day-2/

For more information contact Friends of the Desert Mountains 760-568-9918. 

A suggested non-refundable donation of $10.00 per person is appreciated and encouraged to support our volunteer programs.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/palm-desert/carrizo-canyon-opening-day-hike/200030707009149
- **Event Categories**: trips-adventures, Art, Nonprofit
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 0

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Palm Desert
- **state**: CA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Art Smith Trailhead Parking Lot, Hwy 74, Palm Desert, CA 92260
- **lat**: 33.668004413429
- **long**: -116.40803750035
- **full address**: Art Smith Trailhead Parking Lot, Hwy 74, Palm Desert, CA 92260, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Carrizo Canyon Opening Day Hike being held?
  - **A:** Carrizo Canyon Opening Day Hike takes place on Thu, 01 Oct, 2026 at 08:00 am to Thu, 01 Oct, 2026 at 10:30 am at Art Smith Trailhead Parking Lot, Hwy 74, Palm Desert, CA 92260, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Carrizo Canyon Opening Day Hike?
  - **A:** Carrizo Canyon Opening Day Hike is organized by Friends of the Desert Mountains.
- **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at Friends of the Desert Mountains's events?
  - **A:** Attendees have given Friends of the Desert Mountains a rating of 5/5 based on reviews from early attendees on AllEvents. Friends of the Desert Mountains has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events.

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