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Scramble Loop to Camelback from Haines Canyon

Haines Canyon Los Angeles, CA, US

I like finding hikes close to home that aren't always on other people's radar. This is the best description of the hike to "Mount Camelback" I've found: Officially, as far […]

Challenging Steep 1/4-Moon Night Hike:Teepee Loop off of Mt. Lukens Truck Trail

Parking Lot at Angeles Crest Hwy & Mt Lukens Truck Trail Angeles Crest Hwy & Mt Lukens Truck Trail, La Cañada Flintridge, ca, US

**STATS** Difficulty: 4/10, Moderate but steep uphill Length: 3.2 miles, 1.5 hours plus breaks Elevation gain and loss: 1,150 Ft View: Mountains & City Lights Details: Steep uphill, great view […]

Jackson Lake Loop (Courtesy of Paul Taylor)

Jackson Lake Picnic Site Valyermo, CA, US

This is a beautiful loop hike through the pines just north of the Angeles Crest Hwy, East of Vincent Gap, and West of the Big Pines Hwy Junction. The hike […]

Dragon’s Back Scramble to Cathedral, Arlington and La Cumbre

Inspiration Point Trailhead Spyglass Ridge Rd, Santa Barbara, CA, US

Scramble lovers only! This one has been on my list for a while. Full disclosure - I have not done this route before. There are different options on the scramble […]

Santa Cruz Island Camping v6-Cinco de Mayo-ish Weekend 2022

Channel Islands National Park 1901 Spinnaker Dr, Ventura, CA, US

*TRIP SUMMARY*This, the 6th Cinco de Mayo-ish Weekend at Santa Cruz Island, will again be a 3 day/2 night joint outing of the VHC and my NoCal group the Monterey […]

2-Night backpack of Big Pine Lakes Trail (Valencia Hiking Crew)

Big Pine Creek Overnight Parking Big Pine, CA, US

Description: This is a 2-night backpacking trip. There are two trailheads to do this hike. One is at the "Big Pine Creek Overnight Parking." And the other is at the […]

Mt. Baldy via the Ski-Hut Trail – Return via the Notch

Manker Flats Parking Area Mount Baldy Road and Falls Road, Mount Baldy, CA, US

Hike to the summit via the Ski Hut trail and descend via the Backbone trail to the Notch and then via the service road back down to Manker Flats or […]

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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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