High Sierra Trail: Crescent Meadow to Hamilton Lakes The High Sierra Trail (HST) is the ultimate way to experience the wilderness of Sequoia National Park. This route is a multi-day trip that takes you on a section of the HST from it's beginning at Crescent Meadow to Hamilton Lakes, a popular backpack camp location. One […]
This event is a car camp, come enjoy beautiful Anza-Borrego with us! Please read the entire event description: 2024's SDB Annual Picnic will be held in Agua Caliente at group site CA1. Parking: All parking spots have been claimed (Updated July 17, 2024). The group site officially allows 10 vehicles. Any vehicles exceeding the allotted […]
Please do not enter this event if you are not committed to purchasing a commemorative "10 Year" bundle. No refunds will be dispersed. If you no longer wish to receive your bundle, we will consider your payment a donation to San Diego Backpackers. 📢 Please read the following directions: ❗This event will be used to […]
Please join us for our annual picnic! More details to be updated later. Please read the entire event description. 2024's SDB Annual Picnic will be held in Agua Caliente at group site CA1. Occupancy 50 with 10 vehicles. Event cost is $20 per person. Fees will be used to cover event costs. Any overage will […]
Distance - 5.5 miles one way Elevation gain - 3,675 feet Terrain - The trail was actually a road at one point but it's hard to believe it when you're hiking it. It's not too bad as a trail now but it's not maintained. It may have taken more damage in the recent flooding. Difficulty […]
Please join us to share a meal in our beautiful desert. 🌙 Anza-Borrego Desert State Park Bow Willow Campground 200 Palm Canyon Drive, Borrego Springs, CA 92004 32.84175968, -116.22494267 November 16-17 Begin meal set-up at 3:00PM, sunset at 4:40PM Please bring a dish to share, a table if you've got it, and wood to burn. […]
To be considered, you and I must have trip history together. Please add yourself to the wait-list to indicate interest. This is a difficult, dry, explorative backpack over rocky, prickly terrain. I am looking for qualified team members who are interested in seeking out locations of historical or cultural significance. Additional qualifications include a go-with-the-flow […]
Trail statistics are approximate. For safety purposes always assume they are underestimated. But don’t be disappointed if they are overestimated. Bring more water and snacks than you think you’ll need.
Trail descriptions are based on previous hikes. Current conditions are unknown until arrival. Expect the unexpected and plan accordingly.
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