San Antonio. As an update to the previous information: The Mount Baldy Ski Lift runs 7 days a week and tickets may be booked in advance. San Diego, CA. From here, you can enjoy views of the other high peaks of the back range of the San Gabriel Mountains. #1We are going to the summit of Mt. The hike to the summit of Mt. Water. The Laguna Mountains: BIg Laguna Loop Hike via the Sunset, BIg Laguna and Pacific Crest Trails: 07/04/2015New Research Suggests Nature Walks are Good for Your Brain. This is a higher level hike and should not be taken lightly. The trailhead is located off of Mount Baldy Road. At one point the trail branches off and down into a valley. Otherwise, the way back is a wide and level fire road back to the trailhead. Difficulty: Strenuous. There are numerous trails to the top of Mt. Befitting its "Old Baldy" name, the summit is a bare dome covered with rocks and gravel. The Devils Backbone connects Mt. Baldy! Double Peak Mountain, San Marcos , CA 07/04/2017 : Hiker Therapy, Beach Hike! Some hikers choose to go this route in order to find a WWII fighter plane that had crashed in the mountains after getting lost in the fog during a training mission back in he day. Devil's Backbone Trail is 3.3-miles long with 2,350 feet of elevation gain, and can be reached several ways: From the summit of Mount Baldy after hiking 4.5 miles up Baldy Bowl Trail as part of the 11.3-mile Mount Baldy Loop By riding the Mount Baldy ski lift up 1,500 feet in elevation to Baldy Notch Coming down the first part of the ridge, the trail veers left (if the hiker goes up from the Notch, the restaurant) and cuts through the mountainside, while the Devils Backbone Ridge continues upward, with narrower and more slippery foothold. Im imagining its like a regular ski lift that comes up behind you and you sit on it. The East face of Mt. My 666th review fittingly goes to. HIKE LEAD: TBA. https://www.facebook.com/latrailhikers/events, ELEVATION GAIN: 3,900 ft. with top Elevation of 10,068, MEETING LOCATION:Subway (Same plaza and parking lot as the Vons)594 E Baseline Rd.Claremont, CA 91711. You know your body and hiking experience better than your friends. Baldy is its first peak. There is a use trail that goes up to the right, follow this up onto the ridge. The trail begins on a fire road. There is no source of water after you pass the Notch Restaurant and the ridge is almost always windy and exposed to sun. The one-way cost may be the same as round trip. ), In the picture below, the normal route of the Devil's Backbone Trail is visible on left and the Devil's Backbone Ridge continues upward in the middle of the picture, Looking back down the Devil's Backbone Ridge after you climb to the top, This part of the ridge is two inches wide (at the most), View Mt. 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From there, you walk down the rest of the ridge and meet the normal Devils Backbone Trail on your left, continuing to traverse Mt. Turn East (right) onto Mt Baldy Rd. 1.0 mile: At the junction, turn left up the steep Ski Hut Trail (Baldy Bowl trail). The higher altitude and easy access makes it a popular training hike for Whitney (or in my case, the John Muir Trail). Mountain Ave. will turn into Mt Baldy Road and dead end into the Ski Area Parking lot. In addition, as Level 9experienced hikers, you must already have a good idea what to pack for these more challenging hikes. Baldy (via Devil's Backbone) not only takes you to the top of Mt. Approx 14 Miles. MY FRIEND SAID I CAN DO THIS HIKE, I SHOULD BE ABLE TO DO IT, RIGHT? Baldy Village. Baldy Ski Lifts parking lot. An Adventure Pass is required for each vehicle parked along the roadside. Pretty much snow all the way up beyond the ski-hut, recommend crampons/microspikes and an early start when the pack is somewhat firm. This is a strenuous varation to climb Baldy, it has some nice views on both sides of the ridge and if you want some solitude from the weekend crowds, this is a good option. This trail is for hiking. Dogs are allowed on most trails in the San Gabriel Mountains, but that doesnt mean that this hike is suitable for most dogs. San Antonio as a loop route with some friends. Gloves Elevation Gain: 3,800 This man had more energy than the rest of us combined. San Antonio (aka Mt Baldy) Loop via Devils Backbone. However, as our Sierra Club friend pointed out, a few of these hikers got lost due to the snow covering the trail and have died due to exposure to the elements while being lost in the wilderness of the valley. The Devil's Backbone is the nickname for the summit of Mount San Antonio, though better known as Mount Baldy. Mt Baldy - via Devil's Backbone HIKE NAME: Mt. Walking out onto this rock will really give you "butterflies" because it's about a 2,000 foot drop to Stockton Flats below - quite a view! Lake Calavera Preserve: Carlsbad, CA.10/08/2020, Iron Mountain, Poway CA 01/31/2020 Hiker Therapy, Monserate Mountain Preserve, Fallbrook Land Conservancy, 03/06/2019 Hiker Therapy, Oakzanita Peak via East Mesa Fire Road Trail: Cuyamaca Rancho State Park, East Mesa Trailhead 01/10/2019 Hiker Therapy, Ramona Grasslands County Preserve; Ramona. GETTING THERE: This hike was on my must conquer list for a while! San Antonio, each offering their own unique challenge, the one we choose included the infamous, Devils Backbone on the ascent and the Ski Hut trail on the descent. Baldy) via the Devils Backbone is classic for hikers on the San Gabriel Mountains where Mt. Baldy, and West Baldy along the same razor sharp ridge. In this clockwise loop, you take the Ski Hut Trail to the summit, follow the Devils Backbone to the Notch, and take the fireroad back to the trailhead. The Devil's Back Bone, connecting the top of the hill where the ski cable car ends with the Harwood Mountain, is a ridge with steep slopes on both sides. There are several ways to get to the summit: the ski hut/baldy bowl trail, the devil's backbone trail and the bear canyon trail (probably the most difficult). Waterproof Hiking Boots/Shoes or Snow Shoesgood grip (Required) General Info: The Devil's Backbone Trail is 3.24 miles long. Park at Manker Flat. The trail is almost completely unmarked, except by use, so first-time visitors should have a detailed map -- or at least study one at the Visitor Center. Snowshoes, crampons and ice axe may be needed in wintertime depending on snowpack. HIKE LEVEL: Level 9. Soon we were hearing the roar of San Antonio Falls, the same falls we had first encountered on our ascent. Later along the fire road, you need to look closely for . Follow the San Antonio Ski Hut Trail route as if you are heading up to the Ski Hut. Thanks for adding this good information. Head east on the 210, and exit Baseline Road in Claremont. PARKING PERMIT (REQUIRED): Adventure Pass: $5 Day, or $30 annual. If you do this climb after all of the snow has melted, bring plenty of water, since there are no water sources until you get down to the SA Ski Hut, where there is a small run-off stream. Baldy Summit. For example, the Baldy, and West Baldy along the same razor sharp ridge. Baldy (via Devils Backbone) not only takes you to the top of Mt. Turn right on Padua Avenue. The views are spectacular, the hiking is strenuous! Both the Devil's Backbone and Baldy Bowl trails end relatively in the same location, so a loop is possible. Display an adventure pass on your car at the trailhead. So many nicknames for one mountain, I know! Adding microspikes to your shoes will help in keep best traction with snow (highly recommended). The feeling of accomplishment is like none other! Windbreaker Hiking Socks Devil's Backbone, Mt. Uphills with quickgain, NoBeginners, Intermediate Hikers, No Kids, No Dogs), WHAT IS A HIKING LEVEL? For the easiest route, follow the access road leading toward the top of the left-side ski lifts. Look for a rusted register box on the right side of the trail. So many nicknames for one mountain, I know! An Adventure Pass parking permit. The Top of the Notch restaurant and bar is in a perfect place to rest and refuel. (76), Climber's Log Entries Shasta), with steep slopes running down on both sides. Trailhead, September 2012. From here, this is the steepest part of the route in which you gain about 800 feet in a quarter of a mile. After spotting Mt. Enjoy your outing! San Antonio greet us. Fee/Book a Session Coaching Sessions: Telehealth, Park, or Trail Hikes We continue on and as we do my son announces his need to climb one of the 40-foot ski lift pylons. Gaiters (optional) On the access road from Manker Flat (Falls Road), the route is gentle and unambiguious. Other more daring climbers venture off towards the steeper chutes. (5 ), Mt. He does the same, and as we do, the emotions of the day take over and I choke up as my son says. It is the most dangerous zone on Mt. Please get this ahead of time from a local Sports store like REI stores, Big 5 Sporting Goods, Outdoor Outlet (Alhambra) and other retailers prior to the hike. Read the Hikes Details we link at the very top of this page. This trail is about 3 miles from the lodge to the summit with a net elevation gain of 2,264 feet. Harwood, Mt. Coming from the Register Ridge Trail you can go to the right and head down the D.BBone to the ski lodge then back to Manker Flats. My family had a wonderful and memorable experience at California's last family owned ski resort; Aren't we lucky to have this treasure within 2 hours of San Diego and Los Angeles. Follow the Mt Baldy Rd. Turn left again at Mt. (You Dont need Forest Recreation Pass)www.mtbaldy.com. Baldy Village. As we approached the San Gabriel Mountains we saw off in the distance the ominous silhouette of Mt. During our time on the summit there were five others that we met. Baldy, authorities said. From Baldy Notch, you take a very steep trail up towards the beginning of the Devils backbone. I like the whooshing sound they make as they fly by." mdostby. Heres how to incorporate the outdoors, walking and other exercise into therapy in a way thats good for clients and for you. It begins at Baldy Notch and ends at Mt. MEETING TIME: 7:00am -7:20am (Please be there on time). As a pretty fit guy with a quick pace (although I do not hike very often), it took 1:45 to get from the Notch to the summit in July 2016. When you take the turn off to the left off of the fire road, head up the trail that goes to the Sierra Club Ski Hut. Once you reach the lodge, there appear to be several possible routes to the west. Mt Baldy and Devils Backbone Trail Report May 31st, 2020, return via Sierra Ski Hut Trail. Follow any of the ski runs west to the top or the ski area boundry. Mount Baldy and the Devil's Backbone has been on my to do list ever since my husband and I moved to Los Angeles. A Natural Fit: Therapy and exercise neednt be mutually exclusive. And in fact, I included Baldy as peak #3 in my Six-Pack of Peaks progressive training series. Dan's Mt. He is most certainly at the peak facing Westward. As you approach the devils Backbone portion of the trail you immediately get a sense of just how much the elevation gain takes its toll on your breathing, after all you are at nearly 9000 feet in elevation, your breaths get shorter and quicker! Hiking an additional 2.3 miles from the parking lot at the base of the ski lift. If you are not sure what to take on bigger hikers, it is advised that you try a lower level hike so you learn to pack for more strenuous hikes. As we trekked along our buddy Sam that we met on the summit called out our names and soon was striding past us and down the trail. Apparently an 11.2-mile hike is not enough for his 22-year-old body! Wish we had stuff like this in Minnesota! In reality, it is probably better to do this hike without your dog. Baldy. If you happen to find it, please email me at dr_feng@yahoo.com. After a few hundreds yard, the trail will cross the left slope of the ridge and arrive on the south slope of Mt. From the top of the ski lift, follow the fire road up the ridge. (an Aerobic Excersize), How Hiking can Kill Anxiety, Depression and Build Resistance, Rattlesnakes on San Diego County Hiking Trails, This Vet Overcame His PTSD By Hiking 12 US National Parks, Why Hiking is the Perfect Mind and Body Soul Workout. The Hut also serves as a landmark and denotes that we are a little less than half way to our final destination and starting point at Manker Flats. Hello there Will. for about 7 miles to the Village and another 3 miles up to the Ski lifts. 6777 Mt Baldy Rd Mt Baldy Mount Baldy, CA 91759. NOTE: Well be driving from Subway to the hike Manker Flats trail head. Harwood, Mt. The trail is an 11.2-mile loop with nearly 4000 feet of vertical elevation gain to the 10,064-foot summit of Mt. Whitney or Half Dome. After about 10mins you'll see a sign and there are 3 different paths to different hikes (3 tree top, Mt. in 22 reviews, From here, you can choose to ride the lift down or hike another 3 miles down to Manker Flats. in 7 reviews, The first section starts off paved up until San Antonio Falls which is roughly a half mile up. in 5 reviews. Head east on the 210, and exit Baseline Road in Claremont. If time is limited, consider hiking to Mt. 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Trekking Poles, FOR COLDER SEASONS: Flashlight (should we encountertwilight/darkness upon return) Be prepared for the cold, snow, ice and with proper sun protection (wide-brimmed hat, sunscreen, sunglasses, etc.). Hiking Boots/Shoes withgood grip (Required) This is a good training for anyone preparing for more advanced hikes such as Mt. I must say not bad for first timers. Hike-ability level:Difficultbut doable! Incorporating the Ski Hut Trail into a loop would shave off about 2.5 miles. http://latrailhikers.com/about/hike-levels/, https://www.facebook.com/latrailhikers/events, http://socalhiker.net/hiking-mt-san-antonio-baldy-loop-trail/, http://www.modernhiker.com/2007/11/22/hiking-mount-san-antonio-mount-baldy-and-mount-harwood/, http://www.everytrail.com/guide/mt-san-antonio-baldy-loop, http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mount_San_Antonio. Harwood. You will come to a distinct flat spot, about 3/8 of a mile below the Baldy Notch Trail. The trail is wide and right away gets your heart pumping as the road begins a steady incline ascent. This can be obtained at the Visitor Center in Baldy Village for $5.00 a day or $30.00 for an annual pass. She says she was late to join up with a group of friends at the start of the hike. The elevation gain is the same as the San Antonio Ski Hut Trail and the distance is probably about the same. By clicking Attending, or attending the hike, you confirming that you understand that all outdoor activity such as hiking, backpacking, and trekking have an associated danger, and will not hold any hike lead/organizer, participant, LA Trail Hikers, or any group associated pet responsible for any hazard to your well being. At 10,064 feet above sea level, the snow often sticks around well into June. Is this trail good for dogs? Fun local Hike in the North County! Another perk of climbing to the summit of Baldy, is the camaraderie you enjoy with total strangers who share only one thing in common to this point, hiking to the summit of Mt. Be prepared if this is your plan. This is the third of six southern California summits in what is called the 6-Pack of Peaks bundle. Check out our other hikes -Mt Baldy https://youtu.be/1v28_su0Mhs-Mt San Gorgonio https://youtu.be/h_BT4GJLpgA-Half Dome https://youtu.be/udfoUshBz0M-Mt Wilso. So many nicknames for one mountain, I know! Not only was this a great place to camp but also the trail-head start to Mt. This is Baldy Notch. Over half of this trail is partially or fully-exposed to the sun. Designed by Elegant Themes | Powered by WordPress. The fire road ends at the Devil's Backbone, and it is a trail from there on up to the summit. After a good nights sleep we set out at 7:30am. Harwood can be seen in the background. If, and only if it suits you, then RSVP for this event and show up the day of the hike with all necessary gear and water (we mention everything you need on the details page for this hike). Parents refers to a larger category under which an object falls. Wear sunscreen, comfortable warm clothes and shoes. Head back to Baldy Notch. Baldy Road somewhat exhausted, but at the same time exhilarated, the thought that entered my mind was that this was one of the, if not the, most mentally and physically demanding experiences I have ever had, I was also thinking that it is one of my lifetime and that I am very grateful I could share this experience with my son. Activities Hiking Peak Elevation: 10,064 Baldy Road. Devil's Backbone Trail offers spectacular views from an impressive ridge-top trail. 2006-2021 SummitPost.org. Good description of hiking Mt Baldy via the Devils Backbone Trail. Even though the view was incredible it was windy and frightening. Although the numerous hikes that I had done in San Diego over the past 5 months were challenging and I did see tremendous hiking growth take place, hiking to the summit of a 10,064 foot mountain was a dramatic change from the nearest challenging hike of Mt. HIKE NAME: Mt. The trail to the summit begins at Manker Flats trailhead and we take the winding fire road up to Baldy Notch at which we will take a break. Harwood via Ski Hut Trail, May 30, 2015. If you follow the ridge up, you will find several class 4 climbs. Where do I get a National Forest Adventure Pass. Exit Baseline Road, Claremont from the 210 FWY only. Verify to immediately update business information, respond to reviews, and more! Baldy! and #2, We are crossing the Devils Backbone to get there!. Although very steep, the Ski Hut trail offers very scenic views as you hike through a forest of pines. At the end of Falls Road, the path makes a big U-turn at San Antonio Falls. 2.6 miles: After the Ski Hut, the trail reaches the ridge and ascends to the summit. Baldy Lodge , very good food in a rustic setting in Mt. Our return route will take us down the steep Baldy Bowl trail, passing the Sierra Club Ski Hut and San Antonio Falls on the way back to Manker Flats. We have a better experience if every hike has hikers of the intended level. Additionally, you will not be allowed to participate with the group if you are not adequately prepared with enough water and the right gear/equipment/nutrition essential to complete the hike. Riding the Mt. REAL TRAIL NAME: Mt Baldy Summit from The Notch via Devils Backbone Trail, MEETING TIME: 7:00am -7:20am (Please be there on time), MEETING LOCATION: Manchester Preserve an Island of Natural Beauty, Health Benefits of Hiking ! On a hot day this road can be quite hot and exposed so bring sunscreen! San Antonio, is reason enough to take in the view! http://latrailhikers.com/about/hike-levels/, HIKE RSVP: Turn North (right) on Padua, follow for a mile to the light. Aconcagua mountain page is a child of the 'Aconcagua Group' and the 'Seven Summits.' As you begin this portion of the hike, the trail seems to narrow down to a mere crossable path as it takes a roller coaster feel to it, bending, turning, dipping even slanting to what seems like a 45 degree angle. Gold-seekers originally established the trail to the summit in San Gabriel Canyon. Baldy Road and find parking on the side of the street above Manker Flat campground. Make sure you pack an extra water or tablets of electrolytes. Baldy, the highest point in Los Angeles County. Mount San Antonio is known as Baldy because there are no trees on the bare southern face of the mountain. 11/20/2020 Lauren C. I summited Mt. Scarf or Facemask Baldy boasts an impressive 10,069 feet in elevation, making it one of the better mountains for Southern Californians to train on if you're looking to summit Whitney or hike the JMT. Children refers to the set of objects that logically fall under a given object. San Antonio (Baldy) Trail, Incredible Experience! four fried poppers, mildly spicy jalapeno halves filled with cheddar cheese ( University of Missouri Libraries ) Services . Turn left on the trail and head west toward the summit of Mt. Get to there via the 210 FWY. It follows the edge of a narrow ridge (the Devil's Backbone) and then snakes along the edge of some steep slopes. You can take the Old Baldy Trail, the Ski Hut Trail, or the Devils Backbone. When on Baseline go west, to Monte Vista/Padua Ave. Hand Warmers (Optional) Take the Mountain Ave. / Mount Baldy exit from either freeway, which is located in the city of Upland and head north towards the mountains. Baldy in the Summer Part 4 Down - Jay Sean. Baldy) 43,120 views Oct 11, 2015 138 Dislike Share Prouisorsapientiae 6.65K subscribers This section of Devil's Backbone Trail is. San Antonio there are two things at this point I want to do: #1, drop my backpack, hiking stick and water bottle, and give my son a huge hug and congratulate us both! The gentler access road is to the left of this trail, and it snakes up the ridge rather than going straight up. Objective: Summit Mt. As the summit of San Antonio draws closer, the geography turns from sparse vegetation and greenery to the starkness of small rocks, gravel and what the surface of the moon must look like. All of a sudden, you can see Baldy Notch. Many people opt to park at the ski area parking and take the first ski lift up to Baldy Notch. Baldy via the Ski Hut Trail as an out and back. 1/13/2023. Upon gaining the ridgeline, there is a mile-long final push to the top of the summit. San Antonio was right across the street. Perseverance and sensing the top is near motivates and drives you past your screaming calves and thighs and airless lungs the final 1/4 of a mile. 11. When I first considered doing this hike with my son, I must admit that the intimidation factor was high and did not lessen the more I researched this hike. It follows the access road for about 2 miles to the group of buildings at the top of the first ski lift. The Devil's Backbone connects Mt. Eventually, the climb up the SE Ridge meets the Baldy Notch Trail, just SE of the summit of Mt. It is quite an experience, even a spiritual one, to be on the summit of this magnificent mountain. By hiking 2.3 miles from the parking lot at the base of the ski lift to Baldy Notch. There are steep slopes on both sides of the trail. We recommend purchasing an annual pass ($30) and a second vehicle pass for an additional $5, which totals $35 for two annual passes. If the lift is running this will knock off almost 4 miles round trip and 1,500 feet of elevation gain. HIKE WALKTHROUGH: This is a popular route because it can take advantage of riding the ski lift. I hiked Mt. The Devil's Backbone is the nickname for the summit of Mount San Antonio, though better known as Mount Baldy. Occasionally, there is live music at the Notch, such as Elevated Solstices reggae and roots rock lineup. Baldy is the highest peak in San Gabriel Mountains and the highest point in Los Angeles County. Climb with caution, as Camino of Death can be more dangerous than the Matterhorn of the Alps, because it does not have the fixed rope protection and is certainly more challenging than the last segment of Mountaineers Route of Mt. Baldy. Baldy boasts an impressive 10,069 feet in elevation, making it one of the better mountains for Southern Californians to train on if you're looking to summit Whitney or hike the JMT. HOW DO I PARTICIPATE WITH THE GROUP ON THIS HIKE? In 7.2 miles, go past Mt. Wool (Hiking) Socks. As we hiked the trail we came across the hiker who had taken a picture of my son and I on the summit. The beauty of the near and far mountains and canyons is magnificent! 11 miles: You have returned to the trailhead. Antonio (Mt. Harwood, to the summit. We took in the picturesque view and sounds of the falls for a second time, and as we continued on, off in the distance we started to see Mt.

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