WTC INTRODUCTORY HIKE: MT LUKENS
Mt Lukens it the highest point in the City of LA. Invigorating conditioning hike at a moderate pace. 9 mile r/t, 2800’ gain. Leaders will provide an overview of the Wilderness Travel Course (WTC), which begins January 2024 (WWW.WILDERNESSTRAVELCOURSE.ORG) Subjects include safe mountain travel, map & compass and wilderness first aid.
Meet 8:00 AM
Directions: From the 210 Fwy towards La Crescenta, exit Pennsylvania Avenue and travel north to Foothill Blvd. Turn left on Foothill Blvd. In approximately .3 miles turn right on New York until the road ends. Turn left onto Markridge Road and look for the Deukmejian Wilderness Park sign to your right. Enter the driveway and drive up until it ends directly to the parking lot. Adventure Pass is not required.
What to bring: Appropriate layered clothing, hiking boots, 3 liters water, hiking poles are recommend, snacks and lunch.
Contact: David Meltzer [email protected]