Hike to Tahquitz Peak from the Zen Center
On July 21, Kerry Leavitt led a hike from the Zen Center to Tahquitz Overlook. On the hike were Udi Katz, Gary Wolf, Rob, and David Maietta. The text and pictures were sent in by David.
Thanks David!
There were five in our group and none of us had ever been on this trail before. We picked it up at the end of a dirt road that leads to a Zen Buddhist retreat and although we heard no audible chants, we were quiet just the same. The initial climb to the Pacific Crest Trail winds through a mostly shaded area which was nice since it was fairly warm by 8:30 when we finally hit the trail. We passed Murray Canyon at the top of the saddle and it was clear enough to see part of Palm Springs in the distance. Once at the overlook, we could see not only Red Taquitz but also Tahquitz peak. Since we were the only hikers out there, we had it all to ourselves. This is definitely a hike worth doing!
How far is the Tahquitz Overlook from Tahquitz Peak? Did you do a thru hike or in and out? I've been wondering about getting to Tahquitz Peak from the east ridge, wondering if it's possible.
Suzanne R.
Posted by: Suzanne Randell | August 06, 2007 at 07:11 AM
Red Tahquitz is closer which would have made this about a 10 mile hike one way. Don't know for sure about Tahquitz peak but it's definitely much farther than Red Tahquitz. We did an in and out but discussed the possibility of looping back to Humber Park on a future hike.
Posted by: David | August 08, 2007 at 12:29 PM
Hello Hiking club.
Dave is an old friend I grew up with, would love to get ahold of him,larry@signatureproperties1.com thanx,larry
Posted by: larry puder | August 13, 2007 at 08:13 PM