PS - Hike: Murray Hill for Newbies

This is a challenging 7.5mi hike to Murray Hill, the landmark south of Palm Springs and nearly midway between the Cathedral Cove and Andreas Hills residential areas. You must be in good physical condition and able to complete a 2,000ft elevation gain in three miles for nearly 8 miles round trip; there are significant altitude gains going both ways on this trail. This hike is geared for those new to Murray Hill...it is a challenging hike for sure but not as intimidating as it looks from the bottom...the pace will be slower to help make sure we stay as a group, keeping in mind we need to be back to the starting point by the time stated! Starting at the Frank Bogert Trailhead off of Andreas Hills Rd the route will follow Bogert Trail up the valley to the Wild-Horse Trail, connecting with the Clara Burgess Trail then hilltop spur to the top of for snacks/lunch, ooohs & ahhhhs, and pictures. We will return back the same route as we came.

Please note: the prediction for Sunday 3/17 for an expected 87F has dropped to 77F with the heat coming later in the week. Yay!

• Meeting place: Frank Bogert Trailhead (off of Andreas Hills Rd) (MAP)
• Trail Length: 7.5 miles
• Elevation Gain: 1,983ft
• Difficulty Rating: moderately strenuous to strenuous, pace will be designed for newer hikers but know the altitude gain is significant with steep sections throughout
• Hiking time:  4.5 to 5 hours 
  
• Type: trail
• Trail route: out and back
• Terrain: significant up hill along well worn clearly marked trails on a crest of the mountain with alternating plateau(ish) sections; great views to the south Santa Rosa & San Jacinto ranges and north across the valley.
  
• Directions (to starting point): follow S Palm Canyon Dr to Bogert Trail Rd (just past the South Lykken/Oswit trailheads), and turn left (if you get to the tribal lands gate, you went too far). Follow Bogert Trail Rd as it winds through the residential neighborhood and multiple stop signs. When you cross Redford Dr, Bogert Trail Rd will curve left up a steep incline and joins with Andreas Hills Rd. At the top of that incline you will see the Bogert Trailhead parking lot, turn right into the lot. If full, park along the north side of the road and walk up to the trail start. (MAP)

Bring Ten Essentials (click here), water (1 to 2 liters or more are recommended), trail snacks, sun protection, layered clothing, and trekking poles; carry emergency contact information (ICE). 

Hiking Requirements: You will need to be in very good physical condition for this hike. Click here for more information. Sturdy hiking footwear with good tread and adequate drinking water are required. Trekking poles can be very helpful.

Please notify the hike leaders if you cannot make a hike for which you have registered, there may be a waitlist. Remember to be punctual at the meeting place or you may be left behind.

Contact Hike Leaders: Bill B. email email and Thomas W. email

Carpooling to the trailhead is encouraged due to limited parking in the trailhead lot. You are responsible for arranging your own transportation or ride share.

Weather Policy: Inclement weather cancels.