Mountain Top Hikes
JULY 2011 SCHEDULE
Saturday, July 2, 2011
Van Dusen Canyon Road to Little Bear Springs – Sierra Club, Big Bear Group
8am, strenuous, 10.7 miles. This is Hike #6 of the Pacific Crest Trail, Section C Recognition Program. Those hikers completing all eleven segments will receive a special recognition patch. From Van Dusen Canyon Road to Little Bear Springs Trail Camp. Meet at the Von’s Shopping Center in Big Bear Lake BRING: ten essentials, layered clothing, sun protection, adequate water, food, sunglasses, hat and good hiking shoes. Call for reservations Ed Caliendo, Hiking Leader at (909) 878-3813 or dogs111@msn.com
Monday, July 4, 2011
Monday Meanders – Big Bear Lake area
9am, easy to moderate. Meet At the Big Bear Convention Center, parking lot at the north end corner of Big Bear Blvd. and Division) . Group will collectively select an easy to moderate hiking typically lasting 2 hours, covering 4 miles with moderate elevation gain. Bring water, snacks, layered clothing. National Forest Adventure Pass maybe required for parking. Any questions contact Janet (909) 585-8511 or janetinbb@yahoo.com
Wednesday, July 6, 2011
Nana Trail, Pacific Crest Trail, Van Dusen Canyon Loop – Sierra Club, Big Bear Group
9am, moderate to difficult, 6-mile loop hike, 1200-foot elevation gain. Includes a short hill scramble through open terrain. Bring water, sturdy boots, snacks and clothing appropriate to the weather. We will meet in Von’s parking lot Big Bear Lake and carpool to the trailhead. Call Dick Banks for more information at 909-866-9232
Saturday, July 9, 2011
Newcomers Hike at the Discovery Center — Big Bear Valley Trails Foundation, Sierra Club – Big Bear Group, San Bernardino National Forest Association
This hike sponsored by Big Bear Valley Trails Foundation in partnership with the San Bernardino National Forest Association and the Big Bear Group of the Sierra Club will be of approximately 1 to 2 hour duration and is intended to introduce newcomers and beginners to the hiking possibilities in San Bernardino National Forest. It is suitable for families with children that have the ability to walk 2 to 4 miles. The exact destination and distance will depend on the ability level and interest of those that show up and will be decided by the leader the day of the hike. Those that wish to participate should meet in front of the “Bear” at the Discovery Center at 9:00 AM. For further information call the HIKE LEADER Robbie Bos at 909 866 5006
Saturday, July 9, 2011
Bertha Peak via Cougar Crest Trail — Sierra Club, Big Bear Group
Time?, strenuous, 7.5 miles, 1,400 feet elevation gain. This is a “Peaks” of Big Bear hike. Those achieving all five peaks overlooking the Big Bear Valley will be given a commemorative patch. Hikers are to meet at Cougar Crest Trail Head located 100 yards west of the Big Bear Discovery Center. An Adventure Pass is required for parking. Bring adequate water, snack/lunch, sunscreen, sunglasses, hat, and good hiking shoes. To register please contact Ed Caliendo, Hiking Leader at (909) 878-3813 or dogs111@msn.com
Monday, July 11, 2011
Monday Meanders – Big Bear Lake area
9am, easy to moderate. Meet At the Big Bear Convention Center, parking lot at the north end corner of Big Bear Blvd. and Division) . Group will collectively select an easy to moderate hiking typically lasting 2 hours, covering 4 miles with moderate elevation gain. Bring water, snacks, layered clothing. National Forest Adventure Pass maybe required for parking. Any questions contact Janet (909) 585-8511 or janetinbb@yahoo.com or Dick Banks (909) 866-9232 or rlbancos@yahoo.com
Tuesday, July 12, 2011
San Bernardino Peak — Sierra Club
7am, strenuous, 16 miles, 4,700 feet elevation gain. Hike one of the most beautiful trails in the San Gorgonio Wilderness to San Bernardino Peak (elevation 10,650). Moderately paced hike. Contact leader for meeting place. BRING: 5 liters water, lunch, plenty of snacks, sunscreen, hiking poles (if you use them) and 10 essentials. Adventure Pass required for trailhead parking. Wear layered clothing, hat and hiking boots. Reservations contact hike leader Sondra Morison, skbrian@earthlink.net, 909-335-9794
Tuesday, July 12, 2011
Gold Mountain — Sierra Club, Big Bear Group
8:30am, strenuous, 8 miles, 1,640 feet elevation gain.
This is a “Peaks” of Big Bear hike. Those achieving all five peaks overlooking the Big Bear Valley will be given a commemorative patch. Meet at the Von’s Shopping Center, Big Bear Lake. We will car pool to trailhead. Adventure Pass will be required for parking at the trailhead. Bring layered clothing, adequate water, snack/lunch, sunscreen, sunglasses, hat, and good hiking shoes. Call hike leader, Ed Wallace ( 909) 584 9407
Wednesday, July 13, 2011
Poopout Hill and beyond, Jenks Lake area – MTHC
8:30am, moderate, 4.5 miles, 900 feet elevation gain. South Fork Trail off Jenks Lake Road to Poopout Hill and back. Great views. Turn around point is Poopout Hill lookout with a spectacular view of the north slope of San Gorgonio and a forest service exhibit of the history of this area. For those wanting a longer hike continue on Slushy Meadows with Dick Banks approx. 8 miles round trip. Bring water, snacks, lunch, hiking boots, sunscreen. National Forest Adventure pass is required for parking. Register with hike leader Janet at janetinbb@yahoo.com or (909) 585-8511 or Dick at rlbancos@yahoo.com or (909) 866-9232 by JULY 11the since a Wilderness Permit is required for the longer hike.
Saturday, July 16, 2011
Newcomers Hike at the Discovery Center — Big Bear Valley Trails Foundation, Sierra Club – Big Bear Group, San Bernardino National Forest Association
This hike sponsored by Big Bear Valley Trails Foundation in partnership with the San Bernardino National Forest Association and the Big Bear Group of the Sierra Club will be of approximately 1 to 2 hour duration and is intended to introduce newcomers and beginners to the hiking possibilities in San Bernardino National Forest. It is suitable for families with children that have the ability to walk 2 to 4 miles. The exact destination and distance will depend on the ability level and interest of those that show up and will be decided by the leader the day of the hike. Those that wish to participate should meet in front of the “Bear” at the Discovery Center at 9:00 AM. For further information call the HIKE LEADER Dick Banks at 909 866 9232
Saturday, July 16, 2011
Van Dusen Canyon Road to Cushenberry Pass — Sierra Club, Big Bear Group
8am, moderate, 8.9 miles, through hike. This is Hike #7 of the Pacific Crest Trail, Section C Recognition Program. Those hikers completing all eleven segments will receive a special recognition patch. Meet at the Von’s Shopping Center in Big Bear Lake. Bring the ten essentials, layered clothing, sun protection, adequate water, food, sunglasses, hat and good hiking shoes. Call for reservations Ed Caliendo, Hiking Leader at (909) 878-3813 or dogs111@msn.com .
Monday, July 18, 2011
Monday Meanders – Big Bear Lake area
9am, easy to moderate. Meet At the Big Bear Convention Center, parking lot at the north end corner of Big Bear Blvd. and Division) . Group will collectively select an easy to moderate hiking typically lasting 2 hours, covering 4 miles with moderate elevation gain. Bring water, snacks, layered clothing. National Forest Adventure Pass maybe required for parking. Any questions contact Janet (909) 585-8511 or janetinbb@yahoo.com or Dick Banks (909) 866-9232 or rlbancos@yahoo.com
Tuesday, July 19, 2011
Grandview Point Loop – Sierra Club – Big Bear Group
9am, moderate, 7 miles. We will access Grandview Point via a moderate 7-mile loop route that includes Pine Knot Trail, 2N10, Lost Trail and 2N08. If our timing is right, we should see a wide array of wildflowers along the way, including Lemon Lilies, Corn Lilies, Fire Weed and Giant Lupines. Bring water, snacks, sturdy boots and clothing appropriate to the weather. We will meet in the east parking lot of the Big Bear Lake Performing Arts Center and carpool to the trailhead from there. Drivers will need Adventure Passes. Contact Dick Banks for further information at 909-866-9232.
Wednesday, July 20, 2011
Sand Canyon/Bow Canyon Loop , Big Bear area – MTHC
9am, moderate, 4 miles, 500 ft. elevation gain. The hike is mostly on flat 2N27 then climbing up to Manzanita Meadow and the down Bow Canyon. Bring water, sturdy boots, layered clothing, snacks, sunscreen and a hat. National Forest Adventure Pass is required for parking. Pot Luck lunch follows at Janet’s home nearby. Register with hike leader Janet at janetinbb@yahoo.com or (909) 585-8511 by Monday, July 18the
Thursday, July 21, 2011
San Gorgonio Peak – Sierra Club, Big Bear Group
6am, very strenuous, 25 miles, 5,000 ft. elevation gain via Dry Lake and return via Dollar Lake. Bring four quarts of water, lunch, snacks, sturdy boots, appropriate clothing and sun protection and a flash light for this long climb. Space is limited. We will meet at the Von’s parking lot at 6:00 AM. Call Ed Wallace at 909 584 9407 to register.
Saturday, July 23, 2011
Newcomers Hike at the Discovery Center — Big Bear Valley Trails Foundation, Sierra Club – Big Bear Group, San Bernardino National Forest Association
This hike sponsored by Big Bear Valley Trails Foundation in partnership with the San Bernardino National Forest Association and the Big Bear Group of the Sierra Club will be of approximately 1 to 2 hour duration and is intended to introduce newcomers and beginners to the hiking possibilities in San Bernardino National Forest. It is suitable for families with children that have the ability to walk 2 to 4 miles. The exact destination and distance will depend on the ability level and interest of those that show up and will be decided by the leader the day of the hike. Those that wish to participate should meet in front of the “Bear” at the Discovery Center at 9:00 AM. For further information call the HIKE LEADER Ed Wallace at 909 584 9407
Saturday, July 23, 2011
Grey’s Peak — Sierra Club, Big Bear Group
8:15am, moderate/strenuous, 8 miles, 1,400 feet elevation gain. This is a “Peaks” of Big Bear hike. Those achieving all five peaks overlooking the Big Bear Valley will be given a commemorative patch. Meet at 8:15 AM at the Big Bear Discovery Center or 8:30 A.M. at the Grey’s Peak trailhead located on the west side of Hwy 38, 6/10’s of a mile west of Fawnskin. Adventure Pass will be required for parking at the trailhead. Bring 2 quarts of water, snack/lunch, sunscreen, sunglasses, hat, and good hiking shoes. Call to register Ed Caliendo, hiking leader at (909) 878-3813 or dogs111@msn.com
Monday, July 25, 2011
Monday Meanders – Big Bear Lake area
9am, easy to moderate. Meet At the Big Bear Convention Center, parking lot at the north end corner of Big Bear Blvd. and Division) . Group will collectively select an easy to moderate hiking typically lasting 2 hours, covering 4 miles with moderate elevation gain. Bring water, snacks, layered clothing. National Forest Adventure Pass maybe required for parking. Any questions contact Janet (909) 585-8511 or janetinbb@yahoo.com or Dick Banks (909) 866-9232 or rlbancos@yahoo.com
Saturday, July 30, 2011
2N01 to Cushenberry Pass – Sierra Club, Big Bear Group
8am, moderate/difficult, 10 miles through hike. This is Hike #8 of the Pacific Crest Trail, Section C Recognition Program. Those hikers completing all eleven segments will receive a special recognition patch. Meet at the Von’s Shopping Center in Big Bear Lake. Bring the ten essentials, layered clothing, sun protection, adequate water, food, sunglasses, hat and good hiking shoes. Call for reservations Ed Caliendo, hiking leader at (909) 878-3813 or dogs111@msn.com .
AUGUST 2011 SCHEDULE
Monday, August 1, 2011
Monday Meanders – Big Bear Lake area
9am, easy to moderate. Meet At the Big Bear Convention Center, parking lot at the north end corner of Big Bear Blvd. and Division) . Group will collectively select an easy to moderate hiking typically lasting 2 hours, covering 4 miles with moderate elevation gain. Bring water, snacks, layered clothing. National Forest Adventure Pass maybe required for parking. Any questions contact Janet (909) 585-8511 or janetinbb@yahoo.com
Wednesday, August 3, 2011
Lost Trail Loop – Big Bear Lake – MTHC
8:30am, easy/moderate, 4.5 miles, 600 ft. elevation gain. Lost Trail starts off 2N08 and meanders thru lush, shady meadows with lots of wildflowers. We will return via a portion of the Pine Knot Trail back to the starting point. Bring water, snacks, hat, sunscreen, and hiking boots. Register with hike leader Janet at janetinbb@yahoo.com or (909) 585-8511
Friday- Sunday, August 5-7, 2011
Sierra Club Annual Children’s Forest Car Camp – Mountains Group
Friday , 2pm or after, check in at the Shady Cove campground. Join us for a potluck at 6pm on SATURDAY. Bring drinks, a dish to share, firewood and folding chair to sit around the fire. Camp overnight. Day hikes, guided photography, walks and other optional activities. If you plan to attend , please call Heather Sargeant at 909 336-2836
Saturday, August 6, 2011
Sugarloaf Mountain — Sierra Club, Big Bear Group
8:15am, strenuous, 11 miles, 2,500 feet elevation gain. This is a “Peaks” of Big Bear hike. Those achieving all five peaks overlooking the Big Bear Valley will be given a commemorative patch. Meet at the Von’s Shopping Center in big Bear lake to carpool to the trailhead. An Adventure Pass is required for parking. Bring 2 quarts of water, snack/lunch, sunscreen, sunglasses, hat, and good hiking shoes. To register please contact Ed Caliendo, Hiking Leader at (909) 878-3813 or dogs111@msn.com
Monday, August 8, 2011
Monday Meanders – Big Bear Lake area
9am, easy to moderate. Meet At the Big Bear Convention Center, parking lot at the north end corner of Big Bear Blvd. and Division) . Group will collectively select an easy to moderate hiking typically lasting 2 hours, covering 4 miles with moderate elevation gain. Bring water, snacks, layered clothing. National Forest Adventure Pass maybe required for parking. Any questions contact Janet (909) 585-8511 or janetinbb@yahoo.com or Dick Banks (909) 866-9232 or rlbancos@yahoo.com
Wednesday, August 10, 2011
Upper Exploration Trail, Children’s Forest, Keller Peak, Running Springs Area – MTHC
8:30am, 4.5 mile loop, moderate, 640 ft. elevation gain. We will enjoy the scenery at a slow and easy paced. Bring, water, snacks, layered clothing, insect repellant, hat and good hiking boots. Call to register with Barbara at 909 338-1253 or e-mail barblev6@gmail.com
Friday, August 12, 2011
Mountain Moonlight Meander – Sierra Club, Mountains Group
8pm, easy, 1 mile path. Join us at Heap’s Peak Arboretum for an easy moonlit stroll in the forest, as it might have been a hundred years ago. What will we see? What will we hear? But don’t worry, it will be a “walk in the dark.” Nighttime photographers encouraged. Bring weather appropriate clothes, and a flashlight, preferably one with a night-vision red light. Contact hike leader Steve Farrell for details. 661-449-2867 or mr_sqf@yahoo.com (Rain, fog or fire will cancel. Wind not so much.)
Saturday, August 13, 2011
Onyx Summit to Mission Spring Camp – Sierra Club, Big Bear Group
8am, strenuous due to distance, 13.5 downhill through hike. This is Hike #9 of the Pacific Crest Trail, Section C Recognition Program. Those hikers completing all eleven segments will receive a special recognition patch. Those hikers coming from Big Bear area or the Apple Valley/Yucca Valley areas should meet at Onyx Summit at 8am. Those hikers from the San Bernardino/Highland areas should meet at Mission Spring Camp at 8:30am. Bring the ten essentials, layered clothing, sun protection, minimum 3 quarts of water, lunch/snacks, sunglasses, hat and good hiking shoes. Call for reservations Ed Caliendo, hiking leader at (909) 878-3813 or dogs111@msn.com .
Monday, August 15, 2011
Monday Meanders – Big Bear Lake area
9am, easy to moderate. Meet At the Big Bear Convention Center, parking lot at the north end corner of Big Bear Blvd. and Division) . Group will collectively select an easy to moderate hiking typically lasting 2 hours, covering 4 miles with moderate elevation gain. Bring water, snacks, layered clothing. National Forest Adventure Pass maybe required for parking. Any questions contact Janet (909) 585-8511 or janetinbb@yahoo.com or Dick Banks (909) 866-9232 or rlbancos@yahoo.com
Tuesday, August 16, 2011
Pacific Crest Trail -Van Dusen Canyon to Polique Canyon – Sierra Club – Big Bear Group
9am, moderate, 7 miles, approx. 600 ft. elevation gain. PCT through mostly shaded forest. Bring water, snacks/lunch, sturdy boots and clothing appropriate to the weather. We will meet in the Von’s parking lot in Big Bear Lake and carpool to the trailhead. Drivers will need Adventure Passes. Contact Dick Banks for further information at 909-866-9232.
Saturday, August 20, 2011
MTHC Annual Picnic, Potluck and Hike
8:30am, Aspen Glen Picnic area – Big Bear Lake. All levels of hiking. The club will provide drinks and fried chicken so bring a salad or dessert to share. And a folding chair and cooler if needed. We will meet at the Aspen Glen Picnic area on Mill Creek Road on the south side of Big Bear Lake at 8:30am. Then we will split into 3 different hiking groups. Easy hike with Bill off 2N10, some off-trail, some forest service road and some regular trail, passing a meadow and stopping at a spring-fed, yellow-post camp site. The pace will be casual. Moderate hike with Janet on the Pine Knot Loop , 4 miles, 500 ft. elevation gain, starting at the Aspen Glen Picnic area meanders thru stands of white fir and Jeffrey pine providing good views of Big Bear Lake. We will connect to the Pine Knot trail for the return loop. Moderate/difficult hike with Ed C. to Grandview Point Lookout. 7 miles, approx. 1,000 feet elevation gain. Starting from the picnic area we will climb thru lovely wooded trails and meadows to an overlook above Redlands. Bring water, layered clothing, sunscreen, hat, insect repellant, and good hiking boots. National Forest Adventure Pass is required for parking. We will have someone stay with the food while we are hiking. For more information and to register call Mary 909 337-5850 or mtntophiking@aol.com by Wednesday, Aug 17.
Monday, August 22, 2011
Monday Meanders – Big Bear Lake area
9am, easy to moderate. Meet At the Big Bear Convention Center, parking lot at the north end corner of Big Bear Blvd. and Division) . Group will collectively select an easy to moderate hiking typically lasting 2 hours, covering 4 miles with moderate elevation gain. Bring water, snacks, layered clothing. National Forest Adventure Pass maybe required for parking. Any questions contact Janet (909) 585-8511 or janetinbb@yahoo.com or Dick Banks (909) 866-9232 or rlbancos@yahoo.com
Friday, August 26 2010
Plantation Loop – Big Bear Lake – MTHC
8:30am, moderate, 4.5 miles, 500 ft. elevation gain. Trick or Treat Trail starts off 2N10 at the Penny Pines Plantation and climbs to skyline Ridge in both forest and chaparral. Walk on 2N10 to Clark’s Grade and return via the Plantation Trail making a nice loop. Bring water, snacks, hat, sunscreen, and hiking boots. National Forest Adventure Pass required for parking. Register with hike leader Janet at janetinbb@yahoo.com or (909) 585-8511
Saturday – Sunday, August 27 -28, 2011
John’s Meadow , over night backpack – Sierra Club, Big Bear Group
8:15am, moderate/ strenuous, 8 miles . this is an introduction to backpacking and the requirements of overnight camping in the San Gorgonio Wilderness. A single overnight, backpack from IN82 off Jenks Lake Road to John’s Meadow an camp near Forsee Creek. Meet at the Von’s Shopping Center in Big Bear Lake. BRING: ten essentials, layered clothing, over-night camping equipment, bear vault, water purification pump or drops, trekking poles, sun protection, adequate water, food, sunglasses, hat and good hiking shoes. Advanced registration is required, limit of 12. Call for reservations Ed Caliendo, Hiking Leader at (909) 878-3813 or dogs111@msn.com
Monday, August 29, 2011
Monday Meanders – Big Bear Lake area
9am, easy to moderate. Meet At the Big Bear Convention Center, parking lot at the north end corner of Big Bear Blvd. and Division) . Group will collectively select an easy to moderate hiking typically lasting 2 hours, covering 4 miles with moderate elevation gain. Bring water, snacks, layered clothing. National Forest Adventure Pass maybe required for parking. Any questions contact Janet (909) 585-8511 or janetinbb@yahoo.com or Dick Banks (909) 866-9232 or rlbancos@yahoo.com
Tuesday, August 30, 2011
Pacific Crest Trail, Onyx summit to 2N04 – Sierra Club, Big Bear Group
9am, moderate, 8 miles, 1000-foot elevation gain. Through mostly shaded woodland. Bring plenty of water, sturdy boots, snacks/lunch and clothing appropriate to the weather. We will meet in Von’s parking lot Big Bear Lake and carpool to the trailhead. National Forest Adventure Pass required for parking at the trailhead. For those coming from Redlands or desert areas, you can met us at Onyx Summit at 9:15am. Call Dick Banks for more information at 909-866-9232
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