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December 20, 2025 at 8:00 AM

IVDM Lowlanders: Arroyo Tapiado Mud Caves

Please note: access requires a four-wheel-drive vehicle, no dogs allowed, and carpooling is highly encouraged. Leaves from IVDM parking lot at 8:00AM (1.5 hr drive from museum) 
December 20, 2025 at 8:00 AM

Jacumba Hikers: Myer Creek to Happy's Upper & Lower Camps

This is a challenging 5-mile trek into the Jacumba Wilderness. It includes strenuous bouldering and hiking up sandy creek beds, steep trails, and rugged terrain. Leaves from IVDM parking lot at 8:00AM.
December 14, 2025 at 11:00 AM

December Volunteer Day

Join our Head Curator to assist with organizing our research library and sorting documents and photographs within our collections.
December 13, 2025 at 11:00 AM

Free Community Event: Jolly Crafts

Let's jingle & mingle, join us for a holiday themed craft day. We will have crafts, movies, and delicious snacks!
December 13, 2025 at 8:00 AM

IVDM Lowlanders: Cool Canyon

This 3-mile intermediate hike includes an elevation gain of about 800 feet, with sections that require climbing and maneuvering through rocky terrain. Leaves from IVDM parking lot at 8:00AM.
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Imperial Valley Desert Museum
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11 Frontage Rd
Ocotillo, CA 92259
760-358-7016
info@ivdesertmuseum.org
Open Wednesday-Sunday from 10:00AM to 4:00PM

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