Dawson Saddle to Vincent Gap

Description: From Dawson Saddle (7900') we hike a single track trail to Throop Peak (9138'). Just after the Peak we will turn onto the Pacific Crest Trail to Mt. Burnham (9000') then onward to Mt. Baden-Powell (9400') where we will have lunch and enjoy the views. After lunch, we hike down to Vincent Gap (6600'). We will be hiking through an open forest of Jeffrey pine, white fir and lodgepole pine while enjoying panoramic views and should find the crisp high mountain air refreshing and envigorating.

Carpool from Santa Clarita Valley: If you would like to car pool, please meet at the Sand Canyon / Soledad Canyon Road junction parking area, by the Vons Supermarket at 06:10-06:20AM. Arrangements will be made at that time. (For those who get there early, I will be in the coffee shop having a donut and cup of coffee).

Note: We will meet at Vincent Gap (where we will end the hike) by the restroom. We will leave some cars and take a short car shuttle to Dawson Saddle to begin the hike.

Distance/ Gain: 9 1/2 miles; 2,000' gain

Rating: Moderate +

Adventure Pass required at Vincent Gap.