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Total Eclipse! Eagle Rock Loop Arkansas

Winding Stairs Trailhead Umpire, AR, US

April 8th 2024 is the last total eclipse in the lower 48 until 2044. What better way to experience it than on a backpacking trip? The Eagle Rock Loop is […]

PCT Sec – Scissors Crossing to Barrel Springs

Calabasas Bark Park 4232 Las Virgenes Rd, Calabasas, CA, US

PCT - WEEKEND BACKPACKING TRIP Days: 2 days, 1 nights Milage: 23 Elevation Gain: 3,642 ft Max Elevation: 4400′ Min Elevation: 2300 Type of Trip: Backpacking Difficulty: Moderate/Strenuous Location: ANZA […]

SB backcountry-Los Padres Manzana Schoolhouse

Backbone Trail Backbone Trail, Malibu, CA, US

Come explore the Santa Barbara backcountry in the San Rafael Wilderness. 4/20 Meet at 8:30am at Manzana Schoolhouse trailhead. Hike about 8 miles with 365’ gain to the old schoolhouse […]

Beginner Backpack to Fishermans Camp in the San Mateo Wilderness

Tenaja Trail Head Parking Cleveland Forest Rd. and Forest Route 7501, Wildomar, Wildomar, CA, US

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 […]

SB backcountry- Los Padres Manzana Narrows

Backbone Trail Backbone Trail, Malibu, CA, US

Come explore the Santa Barbara backcountry in the San Rafael Wilderness. 
4/27 Meet at 8:30am at Nira campground . Hike about 6.5 miles with 1,500’ gain to Manzana Narrows and […]

ARIZONA: Little Colorado via Hopi Salt Trail (19 Miles RT)

Santa Paula Canyon Trailhead (Punchbowls) Santa Paula, CA, US

RSVP waitlist will be managed one month in advance: April 9th, 2024 at 7:00AM. 🌞 Bucket list trip! This is not a beginner trip - you MUST have extensive backpacking […]

ARIZONA: Kayak Camping Horseshoe Bend (15 paddle miles)

Santa Paula Canyon Trailhead (Punchbowls) Santa Paula, CA, US

RSVP waitlist will be managed April 9th, 2024 at 7:00AM. 🌞 Bucket list trip! This is not a hiking or backpacking trip. This is an overnight via kayak on the […]

UTAH: Explore Cedar Mesa

Cedar Mesa Utah, UT, US

This trip will be archaeology focused to spend extra time finding and appreciating culturally significant ruins. You must be able to manage yourself and your transportation. This trip has minimal […]

A16: Backpacker’s Swap Meet

8101 Commercial St 8101 Commercial St, La Mesa, CA, US

This is a gear swap and sale with no trip leader. An excellent opportunity to score a deal or for our newer folks to go check out gear and talk […]

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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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