- Meeting place: Trailhead South Lykken map click here South Palm Canyon Drive just south of Murray Canyon Drive
- Meeting time: 5:00 a.m.
- Distance: 2-mile out and back with 640-foot total elevation gain
- Difficulty: Moderate
- Duration: 2 to 2.5 hours
The trail ascends about 600 feet, so you should be comfortable doing cardio exercise for this tour. At some points of the trail, it will feel like we are climbing stairs, but we will pause and catch our breath while we take in the scenery.
Hiking up the South Lykken Trail to the Simonetta Kennett Viewpoint in the dawn twilight, you'll watch from above as the sun peeks over the Santa Rosa Mountains, filling Oswitz Canyon, Indian Canyons, the City of Palm Springs, and the Coachella Valley below. At this hour, before the bustle of the day, you'll hear nature come to life in the light. You'll watch the sun rise over Indian Canyons and then come together in guided meditation, clearing old energy and setting a grounded intention for the day.
When we get to our mediation spot, we will find a rock to sit, and I’ll lead you through a guided grounding meditation. It is a visualization meditation where you picture in your mind’s eye energy running through your chakra centers. It is very grounding in nature.
Participants do not need to be experienced in meditation, which is a 10-minute guided visualization. I’ll invite you to turn the focus of your attention inward, observing your energy. You will invite your body to let go of any energy that is not yours or no longer serves you. In the process, you’ll call your energy back from wherever it might be, and set a grounding intention for the day. Often participants walk away with new meditation tips to help their future practice.
What to bring: A head lamp or flashlight is recommended for the 1st part of the hike. Ten Essentials (click here), water (1 liter recommended), snacks, sun protection, layered clothing. Hiking poles may be helpful. Carry Emergency Contact Information (ICE). Sturdy hiking footwear with good tread and adequate drinking water are required.
Hike Leader: Timothy S. email click here
Hiking Requirements: Additional information click here
Weather Policy: Inclement weather may cancel.
