ラグーナ山地での周辺の簡単なハイキングとウォーキング

There is a very small site where you can squeeze your sleeping pad for a night under the stars. Some stacked rocks provide a little shelter from the wind. The view is exceptionally good.

There is parking and access to the Espinosa Trail at this trailhead, leading down the canyon. It is a pretty straightforward trail, but it can get a bit washed out in the rainy season. It’s no problem for a hike but the terrain wouldn’t be very good for trail running. There is some tree cover here, but in the summer there is still a lot of strong sun exposure, so start your hike here early and bring plenty of water!

Garnet Peak is a popular 6000-foot peak that has sprawling views of the nearby forest and stretching out into the Anza-Borrego Desert area. It is a cool contrast in landscapes, and the hike up to the summit is straightforward and slightly inclined. It is one of the more popular peaks in the area, so be prepared to see other hikers on your way up.

This Preserve is home to backcountry trails, beautiful viewpoints, meadows,and interesting rock formations. Open 8am-sunset daily.

You really get the feeling, going down, that there is a real big gate materialize by two huge rocks on each side of the trail.

I recommend to do the loop opposite clockwise : directly go up the for the descend take the trail on the right just after the summit, to discover a wild area which deserve the detour.

If you hike northbound, you mastered the first 50 miles of the PCT! Just 2,600 to go.

At this PCT Trailhead you will find a water spigot. Try not to pump, but push it down to make it work. You can also do stealth camping in the area. It is also the trailhead for the Noble Canyon Trail which leads to the Sundown Tungsten Mine.