Starbucks @ 95/N. Durango (map)
Mt. Charleston (aka Charleston Peak) is the highest peak in southern Nevada, and one of the most popular hikes in the state.
Originaly Leo.D posted this hike. But, I will take care of this after him since he can't attend this hike due to work.
So, I have changed little details of this hike. Hope you can join us.
Stats:
Hike: Charleston Peak North Loop-South Loop : Open Loop
Trailhead: Trail Canyon Trailhead
Trailend: South Loop Trailhead (Cathedral Rock Parking)
Distance: 16+ miles
Total Elevation gain: 4,100+ feet
Elevation peak: 11,918 feet (Charleston Peak)
Time: 9 -10 hours (Moderate pace)
Difficulty: 4 - 5
Class: 1 - 2
This is not a starter or introduction to Charleston Peak.
I will join Skip's Trail canyon hike and will climb up to the trail junction in fast pace. But you don't have to hike in fast pace. I will wait at trail junction until everyone comes up.
We will hike in moderate pace, but it will be faster pace for beginners. I will stop frequently for let slow hikers to catch up with group.
Bring lots of water, food/snacks, cap/hat, sunglass, sunscreen.
Since its under monsoon season, you must bring rain gear(poncho) even its sunny. Mountain weather changes very quickly. Rain won't kills you but cold temperature will kill you!
It will be bit chilly at the Peak, so please bring light jacket.
Trekking Pole will helps you if you bring it.
Let's meet at Starbuck's (95/Durango) on 7:45AM.
Skip's trail Canyon hike group is meeting at there. So, make sure you are with right group when carpool.
Plan to carpool and riders should chip in $5-$6 for gas.
Our trail head is Trail Canyon Trail head. But we will finish at South Loop trail head. So, we will leave few cars at there before hiking.
Any question? Call me or email me.
Shin
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I nominate Shin, and if his schedule changes then I am willing to take point. I'm not an organizer though, so please be understanding if we fall off a cliff. LOL.
Ok, I can take care after you Leo.
I'm 99% sure I can lead on Sunday.
I will update the detail of this hike tonight.
Thanks man. I'm really bummed, but what can you do?. Slight chance I can make it, but not looking good. Let me know if I can help at all.
Two hikes in one weekend with Shin would be amazing.... but James, if need be, you will lead us well - no cliff falling off for us....
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I just found out I have to work this weekend. However instead of cancelling, would someone be willing to step as as point person. It's all trail, just park one care at the lodge to shuttle at the end and take one car to trail canyon to start to trail. Let me know. If no one steps up in the next couple days, Ill cancel the hike.