Hey Everyone,
I am taking over for a couple weeks. It should be cooling down by the time this hike is scheduled. I might move up the start time if the heatwave decides to stick around a little longer since these trails have little to no shade. We will be going clockwise to get most of the incline out of the way in the beginning. Once we get to the top of Sandstone Peak, we will stop for some photos before making our way down and around the loop. There were some reports of biting bugs and overgrown parts of the trail. There are also a few water crossings on the map. Where there’s water, there’s probably poison oak. Bug spray and long pants are recommended. I have attached the AllTrails link for stats, directions, and photos. https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/california/backbone-trail-to-sandstone-peak-and-mishe-mokwa-trail-loop?u=i&sh=aoxfvb
Loop
Miles 5.9
Rated moderate
Elevation Gain 1340 ft
Dogs on leash are allowed on this trail, however I do not recommend it due to the heat
Two dirt lots and some roadside parking
As of now there is no sweeper for this hike, so please know if you feel you cannot finish for any reason please turn back early.
Please check back on hike info as rain, heat advisory, strong winds, or low attendance may cause the hike to be rescheduled.
We will always follow Jim’s Golden Rules:
1. Hike your own hike
2. Please stop at every junction and split to wait for others to catch up
Please remember to bring all essentials you’ll need for a hike (water, hat, sunglasses, hiking boot/hiking shoes, poles, snacks)
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