https://www.alltrails.com/explore/recording/fri-17-nov-2017-18-49–3?p=-1&sh=aoxfvb
Hello Fellow Hikers!
Cindysue asked me if I wanted to lead a hike since she can’t hike this day. Please take note of the earlier start time.
This is a route that I created on my own back when I hiked this area every week. I have attached my AllTrails recording from the last time I did this hike. There will be an immediate incline to the top of the canyon. Then there will be a somewhat leveled off section with views of the canyon to the right and hills to the left. We will descend down towards the Paradise Falls area, pass by a camp area, and complete a few water crossings before starting our climb up Lizard Rock Trail back to the top of the canyon. After that, it is all downhill back to our cars.
* Note 1: There are no plans to stop at Paradise Falls, however we can take a short break if we are making good time. This area (especially the falls) is often very crowded on weekends. *
** Note 2: The trails near Paradise Falls are usually closed for 48 hours after heavy rainfall. The current forecast shows a storm starting on 3/20 and stopping on 3/23. I have an alternate route if the trail is closed. The distance should be about the same, but the elevation gain will decrease. If it is still raining on Friday, the hike will be postponed. **
Loop
Miles – 5.41
Elevation Gain – 1529 ft
Rated – Moderate
Dogs allowed on leash
Parking – Free small dirt lot next to trailhead with overflow parking on Hill Canyon Rd closer towards Santa Rosa Rd
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:
- Hike your own hike
- 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)
Liability Disclaimer:
And last….The Organizer, Co Organizer, Assistant Organizers and Event hosts in this group are not professional guides. The function of the Organizer is only to organize the trip. Each person who signs up for an Event is responsible for his or her own safety and the safety of his or her guest. Remember this is your hike. All responsibilities are of your own once you attend. Please be aware of your limit. During outdoor activity you can encounter bodily injury, snake bites, sunburn, overheating, etc. This is not within our control and we ask that you are prepared for any of the above once you sign up for an Event. If you need to take several breaks (not counting quick breather breaks) and stops throughout a hike, the hike maybe too much for your ability. Please check each event for miles, elevation gain, and difficulty rating. The higher the elevation gain means more incline and less leveled off sections. We offer all levels of hikes from moderate to hard to advanced only. We encourage everyone to not give up work on your core by joining our easier moderate Events and then joining our harder hikes once you are ready. 😊
