Trail: Stonewall Peak
Date: January 22
Time: Start the hike at 0900
Brief Description:
Stellar views and a variety of terrain in Cuyamaca Rancho State Park. Shaded oak lined trail with excellent views to the north, east & south. Want to see some of the best that Cuyamaca Rancho State Park has to offer? Hike up Stonewall Peak and enjoy the view of the surrounding park and nearby Lake Cuyamaca. The hike up the east side is a popular and relatively easy trail. When you reach the top, climb the stairs and behold the breathtaking 360 degree view.
This excursion is gentle switchbacks through canopies of black oaks, sycamores, and other coniferous trees. Great views of Anza Borrego, the Laguna Mountains, (on clear days) the Salton Sea, and 30+ miles to Palomar Mountains are the reward for all who make the ascent.
More Information: https://hikingguy.com/hiking-trails/hiking-san-diego/hiking-stonewall-peak-trail.
After the hike the group may choose to head to Cuyamaca Pub for lunch or ride into Julian for Apple pie to enjoy the mountain air.
I will email/text more information to registered participants before the event.
Distance: 3.9 miles (Approz 850ft elevation gain)
Address/Parking: Located within Cuyamaca Rancho State Park, there is an entry fee for campground use/Parking. Parking address is Paso Picacho Campground; 13652 CA-79, Julian CA 92036 (Carpooling is always encouraged!)
What to bring?
Must haves: Sturdy shoes and at least 1L of water you can carry during the hike. A snack for the trail (we will take a short break a the top)
Optional Items: a camelpak or small backpack to carry water. A camera (or your phone). Trekking poles if you need/want to use them.
What NOT to bring?
1. Pets. Sorry, I love to hike with my dog but the state park does not allow pets. Generally, no dogs on the group hikes for the comfort of everyone
2. Kids. Again, love my kiddo but this is you time. Please no children or spouses, future hikes might be open to children or spouses but this first hike is just for spouses.
These group hikes are a get way to try out some area trails to hike with your family in the future!
