What we’re about
There are many canyoneering opportunities throughout the Southwest! From San Diego, through the San Gabriels and San Bernardinos, the Los Padres, the Sierra and as far north as Death Valley in California (and beyond); not to mention those near Las Vegas, those scattered through Arizona and those bursting from the seams of the topographic maps of Utah. The purpose of this Meetup Group is to connect people in the Southwest for this adventure activity/sport/passion and to provide certified instruction, experiential education, canyoneering opportunities and an introduction to the Canyoneering Community in a safe and fun way. Anybody with the desire to learn canyoneering and anybody who already canyoneers ... this is your group. Tho located in California, the area this Meetup Group covers includes Nevada, Colorado, Arizona and Utah. (Note: By basing it in Southern California, trips of greater distance are made more plausible by cost-sharing travel expenses!)
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See all- Alabama Hills - Rock Climbing & HikingNeeds location
Hello Rock-Climbing Canyoneers,
Rock Climbing (and maybe Hiking) trip.
Beginners to Advanced welcome.The Plan:
Friday:
Drive to Lone Pine on your own schedule. Hotel/Camping Check-in.
* See Lodging belowSaturday:
AM - Hotel Breakfast
8:30 - Leave to Alabama Hills. Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/E53RmX1Rv441KsWB8
* If you choose to arrive Sat morning, find us here: https://maps.app.goo.gl/WGb4mzfFoWspZfoy8
9:30 - Climbing. Routes from 5.3 to 5.10s suitable for Newbies to Intermediate climbers
Climbing info here: www.mountainproject.com/area/105876904/pauls-backyard
Pack water, snacks, lunch
After climbing - Dinner at one of Lone Pine’s restaurantsSunday:
Same as Saturday - May be at a different crag.Sat + Sun Alternative:
If it is too hot in Alabama Hills for climbing - We will go Hiking in cooler elevation instead.
Saturday:
8:00 - Leave to Horseshoe Meadows. Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/np2eN3Ug32ZALtr89
9:00 - Start hike ~6.5 Miles. 1750’ Elevation gain.
Trail info: https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/california/trail-peak-via-trail-pass-trail
Pack water, snacks, lunch
* This hike starting at 10,000. Please be prepared!Sunday:
8:00 - Leave to Horseshoe Meadows. Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/np2eN3Ug32ZALtr89
9:00 - Start hike ~9.6 Miles. 1300’ Elevation gain.
Trail info: https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/california/south-fork-lake
Pack water, snacks, lunch
* This is a longer hike starting at 10,000. Please be prepared!Monday
AM - Hotel Breakfast + Checkout
8:30 - Leave to Alabama Hills. Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/MB6pPiM7yoVJ7n3k9
9:00 - Climbing. Routes from 5.1 to 5.10s
Climbing info here: www.mountainproject.com/area/106808651/lost-eye-to-the-moon + www.mountainproject.com/area/106808023/east-end
Pack water, snacks, lunch
- Head home sometime around 1-2pmLodging / Camping:
I booked a room at the Best Western:
www.bestwestern.com/en_US/book/lone-pine/hotel-rooms/best-western-frontier-motel/propertyCode.05052.html
Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/13TR49NmchbifPV66Other Lone Pine Hotels:
Trails Motel / Portal Motel / AAA Dow Villa Motel / Timberline Motel / Lone Pine Budget Inn / Mount Whitney Motel / Whitney Portal Hostel
https://www.google.com/maps/search/Hotels/@36.6049779,-118.0646903,16.83zCamping Options:
There are several campgrounds in the area:
Lone Pine Campground: https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/232069
Tuttle Creek Campground: https://www.blm.gov/visit/tuttle-creek-campground-0
Portuguese Joe Campground: https://www.reserveamerica.com/portuguese-joe-campground
OR
Free camping on BLM land. Camping outside of a campground in designated campsites ONLY!
Campsites map here: https://www.blm.gov/sites/default/files/docs/2023-02/AH_Camp_Map_508.pdfBring:
Hiking Gear:
Backpack. Plenty water. Lunch/snacks. Clothing appropriate to elevation & anticipated weather. Hat. Sunscreen. Beanie. Gloves.
Climbing Gear:
Harness. Belay device. Climbing shoes. Chalk bag. Helmet.
Optional: Lead rope + Quick draws. Trad gear.
I will bring a Static rope for top-ropes / We will need more Static ropes if we want to setup more top-ropes.
Camping:
Everything you’ll need if you plan on camping.Weather:
Local Forecast: https://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?lon=-118.123&lat=36.614
* Trip may be canceled , changed or rescheduled if weather if not friendly.TRIP RULES (or Safe & Smart Hiking)
> Leave your trip plan and expected start & finish times with a trusted friend or family member.
> Do what you can to be: Trail ready. Weather ready. Emergency ready.
> Stick together! On the hike’s in and out of the canyon do not walk away from the group, wait for others. If you need to use the (natural) facilities, Let someone know before you disappear.THE FINE PRINT
> This is not a guided trip! Climbing & Hiking are team sports where every member should be responsible for their own safety and contribute in every aspect of the adventure. All participants should have appropriate training and/or sufficient previous experience.
> You are responsible for your own and your party’s safety.
W A R N I N G
Rock Climbing, Hiking and other Outdoor Activities ARE INHERENTLY DANGEROUS! Each may result in serious injury or death. Rocks and holds may break or be slippery, fixed protection may fail, and weather may deteriorate, these and other factors, such as rock fall, inadequate or faulty protection, etc., may all increase the level of danger and the chances of an accident. Furthermore, human errors or judgment mistakes may be made as well. Do not participate in any training or activity unless you understands and accepts the risks associated with such activities. If you choose to participate in any training or activity - You do so at your own risk.
No one is perfect and no one always does everything perfectly. By participating or allowing your children to participate, you agree that you will not hold any of the volunteer Organizers responsible in any way, shape, or form for anything that happens to you, your children or anyone else.
You should always check yourself (and others) and the rope systems before use to the best of your knowledge and ability.
Any failure to follow safety rules and instructions may result in injury or death!
NO ONE INVOLVED IN PLANNING, FACILITATING OR VOLUNTEERING TO GUIDE ANY TRAINING OR ACTIVITY MAKES ANY WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, OF ANY KIND AND EXPRESSLY DISCLAIM ANY WARRANTY REGARDING THE ACCURACY OR RELIABILITY OF THE INFORMATION TAUGHT.
