This hike starts at the Rancho Sierra Vista parking lot, goes down to the bridge on Sycamore Canyon asphalt, but then turns up the canyon alongside Upper Sycamore Creek. Along the way, we’ll be in the shade of Boney Mountain while we climb, doing a handful of easy water crossings and finding a number of wildflowers along the way. We’ll get to the Old Boney Trail, and climb back up and out, taking a few detours along the way.
Overall distance is 5 miles, with an elevation loss and gain of about 800 feet. If you want a little more distance, you’re welcome to take the short excursion to the waterfall, but there’s more poison oak there.
If the weather forecast calls for temperatures in the 90s before 11 am, this hike will be canceled. Please check Thursday morning before you drive over.
I did this hike last weekend, and didn’t see a ridiculous amount of poison oak – at least, not that interfered with my hiking. I did see the beautiful cluster of Humboldt Lilies along the way, but after a hot week, I can’t guarantee we’ll see them again.
If another hike is posted for this date, please sign up for only one. And if you can’t make it, please change your RSVP to allow someone on the waitlist to take your place.
Please review our guidelines to participate in our hikes:
- Don’t show up unless you’re on the “Attending” list
- Unregistered or waitlisted will be turned away
- No “Plus Ones” on this hike
- No dogs allowed, on leash, in doggy backpacks, etc.
- Anyone under 18 years of age must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian
Directions – DO NOT follow Google/Apple instructions!!
Take 101 Freeway to Lynn Road. Go south 5.5 miles to the wood and stone archway for Rancho Sierra Vista, and drive all the way in to the restrooms (the innermost parking lot). DO NOT follow Google or Apple instructions; they will lead you astray.
Essentials
Please bring: at least one liter of water, snacks, an extra layer of clothing, a charged cell phone, identification, and sunscreen and anything else you might need on the trail.
DISCLAIMER / RELEASE OF LIABILITY
IMPORTANT, PLEASE READ BELOW IN ITS ENTIRETY
The hike host is a volunteer and not responsible for the group. Safety should be a priority for everyone in the group. Please treat this meet-up as hiking with a group of friends. If you become fatigued and unable to continue the hike, it is expected you will advise the hike host of this and return to our starting point on your own. If you are able to proceed, it is expected that you will maintain line of sight with other members of the group at all times and help to promote the group’s safety and fitness goals.
Outdoor sports and other events we plan can be inherently dangerous and accidents may happen. By participating in any posted event, you are taking responsibility for your own safety and well-being. The Weekday Trailblazers Meetup Group and its organizers are not trained leaders and we do not confirm the qualifications of any of its members to lead or participate in trips. All participants take full responsibility for their own actions.
If you choose to sign up for this or any Weekday Trailblazers Meetup event, you are releasing the Weekday Trailblazers Meetup Group and its organizers from all liability in case of possible injuries. Your personal safety depends on your own judgment and experience.
