Hondo Canyon
Details
18 April, 2015 - Hondo Canyon
Distance: 10.0 miles total
Gain: 1900 ft
Hiking Time: ~ 5 - 6 hours Approx.
Rating: Moderate +
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Description:
Another spectacular section of the Backbone Trail, this hike includes great views of pink colored sedimentary rock formations, known as the Sespe Formation. We will hike through varied terrain - shaded live oaks; a sloping green meadow; switch-backs up the steep south slope of Hondo Canyon thru a lovely oak forest; and deep chaparral. Along the way we will enjoy breathtaking views of the formations in Hondo Canyon.
Meet your Leader:
Due to very limited parking at the trailhead, we encourage you to carpool.
Carpooling from Santa Clarita Valley:
Meet at Towsley Canyon (24255 The Old Road, Newhall, CA) outside the gate in the Parking lot at 6:45AM. We will leave at 7:00AM sharp. Alternatively, you can meet at the Hondo Canyon trailhead (directions below) at 8:00 AM for a 08:15 AM SHARP departure down the trail.
Directions to Towsley Carpool carpooling spot: From Valencia, take the I-5 South to the Calgrove exit. Exit, turn right. Go through the signal and immediately turn right into the driveway for Towsley Canyon but park OUTSIDE the gate. Look for club members and leader here.
Please be respectful of your driver's support by contributing something at the end of your carpool to help defray the cost of gas - Thanks.
Directions to Hondo Canyon trailhead:
Trailhead address: 381 Old Topanga Canyon Road, Topanga Canyon, CA 90290
Trailhead coordinates:
Lat 34.092804, Lon -118.610122
(34° 05′ 34.09″N 118° 36′ 36.43″W)
From Santa Clarita, take the I-5 South and merge right on to the 405 South. Then take 101 north and exit Topanga Canyon Road (US 27) South, cross Ventura Blvd and go about 7.5 miles. On a bend (at the Inn of the 7th Ray restaurant), turn right on to Old Topanga Road. Go approx 0.4 miles and park on the left side of the street at the trailhead. Be at the trailhead by 8:00 AM for a 08:15 AM SHARP departure down the trail.
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BRING: Hiking poles, if you have them, an extra layer in case it gets cold, lunch/snack, water (2 - 3L), electrolytes, a camera, hat and sunscreen.
Adventure Pass: Not required.
Dogs: Sorry, NOT ALLOWED by park.
Leader: Ola
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Hondo Canyon