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The Koko-Nut Hikers (Mark, Royce and Joe) ascended the Skyline Trail from Palm Springs Museum to San Jacinto Tram Station. It was a beautiful Coachella Valley October day. We were able to hike in shorts and short sleeves. Total ascent was 8,100 in 8 miles and we did it around 6 hours. We did see a small deer at Flat Rock at elevation 5,900'. Not many on the trail today but we did run into Helen & Fernando who hike this trail frequently. We also had a mountain runner go by us. He can do this hike by running in 3-4 hours. And they call us Nuts!!
The Koko-Nut Hikers (Mark, Royce and Joe) ascended the Skyline Trail from Palm Springs Museum to San Jacinto Tram Station. It was a beautiful Coachella Valley October day. We were able to hike in shorts and short sleeves. Total ascent was 8,100 in 8 miles and we did it around 6 hours. We did see a small deer at Flat Rock at elevation 5,900'. Not many on the trail today but we did run into Helen & Fernando who hike this trail frequently. We also had a mountain runner go by us. He can do this hike by running in 3-4 hours. And they call us Nuts!!
Tips:
You must be in very good condition to attempt this hike. Must be done in October-early November or in April/May-depending on snowmelt. Practice hikes at other trails are recommended. Must bring 3 liters of water and at least two bottles of electrolyte. Salt is recommended to prevent cramping as the muscles will get a workout.
You must be in very good condition to attempt this hike. Must be done in October-early November or in April/May-depending on snowmelt. Practice hikes at other trails are recommended. Must bring 3 liters of water and at least two bottles of electrolyte. Salt is recommended to prevent cramping as the muscles will get a workout.
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