big morongo canyon preserve
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This a short drive outside Palm Springs on the way to Joshua Tree Park. There several short trails that connect, so walks can range from a less than half a mile to over two miles. The trails are well marked and perfectly safe for all ages. A small hill gives a good view over the oasis and the surrounding area. There are lots of lizards, birds, and rabbits. There are several designated bird-watching areas with benches. On a hot desert day, this is a nice cool place to take a break.
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These trails were diverse and very interesting. Lots of birds around, and various loops ranging from easy to moderate. Close enough to head out for a few hours and take in a nice walk if you don't have all day for hiking.
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We saw the sign driving by on SH62 and decided to pull in. Wow, are we glad we did. Had no idea there was such a beautiful place for hiking/birding in the area. We spent about one hour here hiking the Marsh Trail and having lunch at the picnic tables. If was a nice fall day in November 2014. We didn't see many birds there on this day but did see two Red Tailed Hawks high in a tree in the field.There are six trails and most are less than one mile. The Canyon Trail is about 8 miles. The Marsh Trail has a trail guide with information about various points along the trail. It is a beautiful and peaceful place with a variety of habitats. I bet the bird watching is fantastic in Spring. Can't wait to come back and investigate more of the beautiful preserve.
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Had only visited the Preserve for a very brief stop a couple of years ago but went back this week to join the Wednesday Bird Walk which was recommended. What a fantastic place for birding with very friendly, knowledgeable people. A must for birders and for those who want to get away from it all for a few hours. Please make a donation when you visit, it's well worth it.
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The area preserves an oasis that has amazing diversity of habitat. There are several trails that wander up and around the canyon and through the marsh. One trail loop is boardwalk, that with minor effort should be handicapped accessible...if you are short of time it is a great little hike. Pick up the guide book at the trail head and watch for the numbered locations as you wander. The interpretive descriptions are quite good and you will appreciate how amazing this type of habitat must have been to the Native Americans who relied on it. This can be quite a nice place for birders (we were told)...we were there on a drizzly windy day and most rational critters were hunkered down. The longer trails will give a real feel for how dramatically the habitat can change in a very short distance -- water and wind and the micro climates of the arroyo and hill top change before your eyes.
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We visited the Big Morongo Reserve last weekend and had the place to ourselves. It has a very nice area for walking, and we will be returning to tr4avel the distance of the Canyon Trail as we didn't have the time to do the hike this trip.
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Excellent reserve with loads of good birds. The feeders next to the caravans are open to the public so be sure to sit down and study the Hummingbirds, Woodpeckers and Finches.Everyone we met was very friendly
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We are coming to this park with our three small kids to escape dogs and cigarettes, unfortunately people are sneaking in dogs and letting them run loose, recently we had encounter with two senior citizens (!!!) who were drunk (they were holding beer cans in their hands), and their two dogs, one big, one small. Dogs were running loose without leash, the older couple was loud and disrespectful to us and to the park rules as they passed sign " no dogs allowed" .Beautiful park, but it needs a sign " be aware of drunkards and irresponsible dog lovers".Another time we had to point to someone " no smoking" sign, this is sad how people are disrespectful to others and to the park rules. I think it would be a good idea to charge entrance fee and fine those who are ignorant.
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This preserve is for birders. No cars, no motorcycles, no bicycles, no dogs allowed. A nice boardwalk and lots of trails.
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Had a lovely walk through the preserve. Saw lots of birds, a deer and some lizards. The trees offered lots of shade and it was very peaceful yet still an easy 30 mins from downtown Palm Springs. From the list of birds they provide for you to check off, I would think this is a must for serious bird watchers :)