Mt. Baldy from the Village (5,800' gain/10-13 miles)
Details
Meet at Manker Flats.
Carpool back to the Village with the least number of cars needed.
Hike:
Mt. Baldy from the Village to Devil's Backbone down Mt. Baldy Road or Ski-Chair $12.
5,800' elevation gain; 10-13 miles depending on choice of descent.
Advanced hike.
Bring 3-4 liters of water, electrolytes, snacks, lunch, hiking poles, layered clothing, hat, gloves, wind jacket and smiles.
Rain may cancel.
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Weather:
http://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?lat=34.29750109934765&lon=-117.64640808105469
http://www.mountain-forecast.com/peaks/Mount-San-Antonio/forecasts/3068
Parking: In Manker Flats display an adventure pass.
Baldy Village park on street not in vistor center nor church parking lots. Do not park too close to Baldy Lodge front door, read all signs.
***No sweep on this hike. If you feel sick do not go higher, go back the way you came.
***Warning: Hike at your own risk.
Bear Canyon hike description:
http://www.simpsoncity.com/hiking/baldytrail.html
http://www.shopbaldy.com/summer/BearTrail.lasso
Map can be downloaded from this website under folder "More" drop-down to "Files" look for Mt. Baldy map.