HIKE 'N BRUNCH

Hey Everyone,

Let's do one of my favorites, Saddle Peak! Wait... they're all my favorites.

Don't let the word "peak" scare you. Although there is a steady climb on this one, it's moderate and worth it to get to the top. This is an out and back trip on part of the Backbone trail.

Saddle Peak has spectacular views and amazing geologic sandstone structures, so you won't want to miss this one. It's not for the novice although fit beginners will do just fine.

Please read the directions and map carefully to find us. It'll be easy if you do this.

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Here are some photos that have no relevance whatsoever. I just felt like posting them:

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Can't wait to grow my hair out again... damn, why did I cut it?!

Afterwards, let's head over to Lovi's deli in Pumpkin... I mean, Calabasas (which, to my delight, is Spanish for pumpkin) for some yummy (hopefully) food! Yay, the best part!

STUPID STATS:

DISTANCE: approx 3.5 round trip

ELEV GAIN/LOSS: approx 900 ft.

TRAIL: single track trail, some partial shade

DURATION: approx 2 hours not including brunch

DIRECTIONS: From the 101 Freeway exit Las Virgenes Rd. heading south towards Malibu. Make a left turn on Mulholland Highway about 5 miles then turn right onto Stunt Rd. Take Stunt Rd. 2.9 miles to a turn out on the right hand side.