Low Desert Roadrunners
Walking Club / Volkssporting Club
Year Round Walks and Bike Rides
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Claremont - Downtown - Colleges
DRIVE TO STARTING POINT AFTER REGISTERING. From 1-10 East or West
exit at Indian Hills Blvd. Turn North for about a block to San Jose
Ave. Turn left on San Jose to the second entrance on the left.
Howard Johnson Inn is through the parking lot near the Freeway
Route is through lovely downtown, parks, college campuses, railroad,
historical residential areas and a botanical garden.
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Claremont - Hills
DRIVE TO STARTING POINT AFTER REGISTERING. See above for directions.
The first route is in a primitive, beautiful park in the San Gabriel
mountains with diverse trees and wildlife and a spectacular view of
the valley on the descent. The second route is rated 1 and travels
along a bike trail, thru a park and the local community. The weather
can be very hot so walk early,carry water, use a hat and sunscreen.
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Corona - Historic
Register at the Corona Regional Medical Center, 800 S. Main, Corona
Trail goes through historic Corona, featuring some lovely parks &
interesting neighborhoods. Corona can be very hot so carry water
and walk early. Several trail routes are available.
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Corona - Santa Ana River Tour - Bike
DRIVE TO STARTING POINT AFTER REGISTERING. See above for location..
Event is on a paved bike trail along the Santa Ana River to Yorba
Linda and back. Carry water.
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Morongo Valley
Located at Big Morongo Canyon Preserve, 11055 East Dr., Moronga Valley.
The start point is in front of the park ranger's trailer.
Trail is on dirt & boardwalks over free-flowing water & through a lush
area of willows as well as desert terrain. You will be surprised to
find this lovely green area in the desert hills. The trail is through
a wildlife area that is a favorite of bird watchers. The weather can
be very warm so plan to walk early & carry water.
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Palm Springs - Celebrity Walk
Located at Desert Regional Medical Center, 1150 Indian Canyon Dr.,
Palm Springs, CA
Celebrity Walk Trail is along city streets passing through downtown
and by the homes of current and former famous people. It is usually
hot so carry water and walk early. Pets are not allowed in the
hospital.
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Palm Springs - Trail Park
Located at Desert Regional Medical Center. See above for address.
Travels along famous Palm Canyon Dr with its wonderful shops and
eateries and through residential areas, parks & the homes of famous
stars of the 1940's. Area is usually hot so carry water and walk
early. Trail is on sidewalks and sides of roads.
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Riverside
Located at Riverside Community Hospital, 4445 Magnolia, Riverside
Walk goes through town past the famous Mission Inn (where President
Nixon was married) and up to the top of Mt Rubidoux as well as through
Riverside Community College. Riverside is hot during summer months.
Carry water and walk early in the day.
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Sun City - Country
DRIVE TO STARTING POINT AFTER REGISTERING. Best Value Motel,
27680 Encanto Dr., Sun City, CA.
Event takes place in a devoping community. Much of the walk is through
new housing but there is still a bit of country road. Area can be hot
so carry water.
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Sun City - Menifee
DRIVE TO STARTING POINT AFTER REGISTERING. See above for address.
Walk is along sidewalks and residential areas in Menifee. Area can be
hot so please carry water.
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Sun City - Residential
DRIVE TO STARTING POINT AFTER REGISTERING. See above for address.
Walk is on city and residential streets.
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Yorba Linda
Start at Main Street Restaurant, 4902 Main St., Yorba Linda
The walk goes through Old Town, by the Richard Nixon Library and
follows a bike/walk path with a country setting.
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Santa Rosa Plateau
DRIVE TO STARTING POINT AFTER REGISTERING. Baron "The Marketplace"
32310 Clinton Keith Rd., Wildomar, CA.
Walk is mostly paths with some dirt road. The terrain is a bit rough
& the hills a bit steep. Hiking boots and/or walking sticks
would be useful. This is a beautiful unspoiled area of Ca. Carry water.
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Huntington Beach
Start at Albertsons Market (at the customer service counter)
7201 Yorktown Ave.,Huntington Beach, Ca.
A city /beach front walk. Difficult for wheelchairs Please walk only
in daylight.
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San Gabriel (MISSION)
Start at Carl's Jr., 505 W. Las Tunas Dr., San Gabriel, CA.
The trail explores the Historic Mission District which includes the
Mission, City Hall Museum, Mission Playhouse & Plaza Park.
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South Pasadena
Start at Lucha's Comfort Footwear, 921 Fair Oaks., So. Pasadena, CA
The trail goes through the street of Pasadena and So. Pasadena. It passes
along the Arroyo Seco and "Old Town Pasadena", see historic buildings,
charming neigborhoods, antique stores, various shops, and the Arroyo,
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Redondo Beach
Start at Best Western Sunrise Hotel, 400 North Harbor Drive, Redondo Beach,
CA. Please park behind the hotel and use the back door to reach the
registration desk.
Redondo Beach/Hermosa Beach/Manhattan Beach trail goes along the beach
through Hermosa Beach and travels on an unpaved path back to the start.
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Ventura
Start at Vagabond Inn, 756 E. Thompson Blve., Venture, CA.
A city/beach front walk which passes the historic San Buenaventura
Mission. Mostly flat, paved surfaces (sand optional).Please
walk only in daylight.
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Long Beach (NAPLES/BELMONT SHORE)
Start at Albertsons Grocery (customer service desk) 6255 E. 2nd St.,
Long Beach, CA.
Trail goes through Naples Island Canals, and along a boardwalk,
sea walk and the Alamitos Bay State Park. Please walk during
daylight hours.