Summit Saturday

If you can hike 10 miles with at least 3,000 ft of ascent, this hike may be right for you. This very challenging hike will be like climbing Bald Mountain TWICE!

From the main parking lot, we will head out on Pony Gate trail, cross into the upper Canyon trailhead down to the waterfall, and climb back up Pony Gate to Stern Rd and Bald Mountain Trail where we will continue to the summit of Bald Mountain for a fantastic 360° view. From the summit, we will continue on Gray Pine Trail in search of a less windy location for a lunch break. Then, we will take Brushy Peaks Trail to the lookout and continue along Brushy Peaks to Hillside Trail to Creekside Trail, ending at the main lot.

This event is free (donations are encouraged) but requires RSVP. Wear appropriate footwear for rocky or slippery trails and multiple layers (it will be cold when we start; you'll get warmed up as we climb, but it will be very windy on top of Bald Mountain). Bring your lunch, at least two quarts of water, and hiking poles if you use them. Heavy rains reschedule to Saturday, January 31. Parking fees apply.