DEPARTURE TIME: 10:00AM. As with all San Diego Backpacker Events, this hike will start at the designated time. Please arrive 10 minutes early to allow for parking and introductions.
ABILITY LEVEL: Beginner level. These are merely descriptions of the hike, not a recommendation nor any assurance that it is suitable for your skill level.
DISTANCE/DURATION 3.5 miles 2 to 2 1/2 hours One Way. 1300 Ft. of Elevation Loss going in to Camp another 3.5 miles 2 1/2 hours to 3 hrs. One Way and 1300 Ft. of Gain to return to the cars Sunday.
DIRECTIONS: From I-15 Fwy. Exit at Clinton Keith Road, and go west. Clinton Keith Road becomes Tenaja Road after 2 miles. Stay on Tenaja Road for another 8 miles to Cleveland Forest Road. Turn right on Cleveland Forest Road and go one mile to Wilderness Boundary and Tenaja Trailhead parking.
ADVENTURE PASS NEEDED TO PARK CAR AT TRAIL HEAD
**Please purchase ahead of time at either REI or Big 5
*** NO Water at camp We will need to carry all drinking and cooking water.
Gear Needs:
SAMPLE BACKPACKING CHECKLIST:
Tent & Pole Bag
Tent poles
Stakes
Tent
Rainfly
Ground cloth
Stuff bag
Thermarest pad
Long underwear
Sleeping bag
Stuffbag/pillow
Rain Gear (optional)
Down or fleece Jacket
BACKPACK
10 essentials bag
Extra socks
Hydration bladder
Extra bladder
Water filter or drops/pills
Cook set – lighter, fuel, stove, cup, windscreen, scrub pad
T.P.
Head light
Lantern (optional)
Bandanna
Gloves
Beanie
Trowel
Plastic sheet/sit pad
Rain poncho (if no rain gear)
Cord
Toiletries bag
Plastic bag assortment
Spork (or utensil set)
Multi-tool
Mandatory
First Aid Kit
Food
MISC.
Hat
Poles
Camera
Optional
Foam sit pad or backpack chair
Food container/Bear canister/ Rope to hang for Rodents.
Each participant in this backpacking trip must realize that they are ultimately responsible for their own safety while engaging in this activity.
DISCLAIMER: Hike at your own risk. Be responsible for yourself and your safety. Make good decisions. With any trip, things can change, reservations can get lost, the unexpected can happen. A go-with-the-flow attitude is always a good thing, and most importantly, let’s all have fun! This is an intermediate hike. Make sure you are in good enough physical shape for the distance, elevation changes, and terrain. The hike leaders in this group aren’t professional hike leaders. By signing up for these events, you agree not to hold the Meetup organizers responsible for whatever happens to you on these events. The hiking group does not certify the expertise of the organizers, the event or assistant organizers (hike leaders) and…We are NOT responsible for any possible losses or injuries.
