Baden Powell from Dawson Saddle-Winter Hike

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Elevation Gain/Loss: 1,500 ft

Distance: 9.6 miles

Difficultly: 7/10 scale. This is an advanced hike due to SNOW and ICE.

Duration: 4-5 hours

Requirement: Winter clothing, hiking poles, Crampon or Micro spike.

The trail starts from the Dawson Saddle trail (7901’) with a steady grade incline of 1.8 miles to meet up with the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT). From there we will proceed on a quick ascent to the right 0.3 of a mile to Throop Peak (9138’) before retracing our steps back to the PCT for another 1.3 miles to Mt Burnham (8997’). This section of this trail is mostly on the ridge between Sheep Mountain Wilderness and Angeles National Forest, overlooking the Mojave Desert on the North and San Gabriel Mountains on the South. We will continue on the PCT for another 1.1 miles to Mt Baden Powell (9399’). We will take a well-deserved rest at the summit for snack/lunch while enjoying the 360 degrees panoramic views, before returning the same way down.
Recommendation: At least 2 liters of water/electrolytes , snack/lunch, Hiking shoes, Trekking poles, camera.

Weather forecast: http://www.mountain-forecast.com/peaks/Mount-Baden-Powell/forecasts/2867

Directions: The drive to Vincent Gap is far. Be sure to provide extra time for
traffic. Carpooling is highly recommended. A National Forest Adventure Pass (http://www.simpsoncity.com/hiking/adventurepass.html) is required for parking at the trailhead.

From I-210, exit Angeles Crest highway (2), drive an approximately
50.3 miles on Hwy 2 to Vincent gap parking lot.
The parking lot is on your right.

From I-15, take the CA-138 (W) exit toward Palmdale and travel 8.6
miles on the CA-138 to the junction with the Angeles Crest Highway (2).
Continue on Angeles Crest Highway (2) for another 14. Vincent Gap parking lot is on your left.

Liability: By signing up for this event, you are acknowledged that
you are fully aware the risk involve with this event. You are
acknowledged that neither the hike leader nor event coordinator is a
professional hiker. You will not hold neither the hike leader nor any member of
this group for any liability or mishap cause by you. You are responsible
for your own action and safety.