Baden Powell & Ross Mountain

Time: 7AM (seven AM) to 2PM (two PM).

We will meet at :
Vincent Grade/ Acton Metrolink
730 Sierra Hwy
Palmdale, CA 93550

at 6:00 am (six AM). We're meeting here due to a section of the road closed on Angeles Crest Highway if we were to drive from La Cresenta/Flintridge. Here is the link to Vincent Grade/ Acton Metrolink: https://www.google.com/maps/place/Vincent+Grade%2FActon+Metrolink+Station/@34.4994516,-118.118301,17z/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x80c2f764aaffe9f1:0x45f45b9726808f1b

Also, bring your MICROSPIKES just in case, but if you don't have them, it's fine. Cal trans still has a section closed if entering from La Canada / Flintridge BUT from Pearblossom is open. Also, the Ranger said there should be NO snow & WONT require microspikes. Yay!Difficulty: Strenuous.
8 miles roundtrip for Baden Powell only,
13.5 miles roundtrip WITH Ross Mountain with a total of 4,800' elevation gain.

From Vincent Gap (6,593') parking lot we hike 4 miles up the 40+ switchbacks to the summit of Baden Powell, the 4th highest peak in So Cal, and break for a light lunch.

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From here, you either return the same way to the parking lot & call it a day, or we continue hiking for 2.2 miles on a stunning ridge to Ross Mountain (7,402') offering some awesome views. From Baden Powell we drop 2,000' of elevation to reach Ross but gain it back on the way up back to Baden. Bagging Ross is one of the toughest hikes in the San Gabriels.

DISCLAIMER / RELEASE OF LIABILITY
IMPORTANT, PLEASE READ BELOW IN ITS ENTIRETY:

I am a volunteer (i.e. not liable for the group). Safety is a priority for everyone in the group. Think of this as hiking with a group of friends.

Outdoor sports and other events we plan can be inherently dangerous and accidents may happen. By participating in any posted event, you're taking responsibility for your own safety and well-being. The San Fernando Hiking Club Meetup Group and its organizers are not trained leaders and we do not confirm the qualifications of any of its members to lead or participate in trips.

All participants take full responsibility for their own actions. If you choose to sign up for any San Fernando Hiking Club Meetup events, you are releasing the San Fernando Hiking Club Meetup Group and it's organizers from all liability in case of possible injuries as stated in paragraph 6.2 of the Meetup “Terms of Service” located on the bottom of the Meetup website. Your personal safety depends on your own judgment and experience.

For all hikes, bring the essentials.
Common sense, plenty of water, food, proper clothing & be considerate & respectful towards others. Please click on the link below & read the essentials list.

http://www.backpacking.net/ten-essl.html