Mount San Gorgonio sits at over 11,500 feet, and it has a commanding presence as the tallest mountain in Southern California. This hike is not one that should be undertaken without a lot of training as it is a brutal ascent of over 5,400 feet and 17.5 miles round trip. That being said, it is […]
Hikes
Hiking Mount Tallac Trail in South Lake Tahoe
The Lake Tahoe area is full of truly amazing hikes, with the Desolation Wilderness surrounding most of the west side. However, if you are looking for a rite of passage hike in the area, then it would probably have to be the Mount Tallac hike. This 10-mile trail is tough, but the payoff is one […]
Temescal Canyon Trail in Pacific Palisades
Temescal Canyon Trail, near Malibu and Pacific Palisades, is one of the most popular trails in the Los Angeles area. Much like Runyon Canyon, you will see tons of people using this trail for their workouts after work or on the weekends. While that takes away from the solitude often found while hiking, it doesn’t […]
Hiking San Bernardino Peak Trail in Southern California
San Bernardino Peak is the impressive 10,000-foot mountain that looms above the Inland Empire and that many often mistake for San Gorgonio. The hike to San Bernardino Peak is a tough hike that should not be undertaken lightly, but which is worth the training it takes to conquer it. The mountain has some of the […]
Switzer Falls Hike in Angeles National Forest
Switzer Falls is an excellent hike in the San Gabriel Mountains, north of Pasadena and Los Angeles. It is probably my favorite hike in this area as it has lots of history, beautiful canyon views, and two nice waterfalls. This reverse hike takes you downhill to the waterfall and then uphill on the way back, […]