Trona Climb & Canyon Weekend - May 24-25, 2026

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Hello Climbing Canyoneers,
This time we are combining Rock Climbing and Canyoneering (However, you can do only one or the other)

Participation:
While this event is open to all, please note:
This is NOT a Rock Climbing or Canyoneering class. If you’ve never done these activities and don’t have all personal gear listed below - This is NOT for you!

The Plan:
Saturday
- Leave (I’m in San Fernando Valley) around 8am (check YOUR timing)
- Fill gas + pickup or eat lunch in Ridgecrest or Trona (much less selection) or bring your own
- Meet here NO LATER THAN 11am - https://maps.app.goo.gl/V8Ukc9hvDBWvNazU9
* I'll need to know if anyone is carpooling so I know how many cars I'm waiting for
- 11am - Drive to Parking spot which is right at the bottom of the last rappel - https://goo.gl/maps/2mWdmRa1mZqJN7Zm6
- 11:30-17:00 Set up Top-ropes and enjoy some rock climbing. Leaders can do that too (bring your ropes & draws).
Climbing info here: https://www.mountainproject.com/area/120924949/great-falls-basin
- 17:00 - Setup camp/tents. Cook dinners. Campfire

Sunday
- 7:30 -12:00 Canyon run - Great Falls Basin (aka Trona Falls) - [http://ropewiki.com/Great_Falls_Basin](https://meet.meetup.com/ls/click?upn=m4XP8Q0dAHY7lR95K-2B2LF0J3EOk65R8UiVBwNmcr7gSbcKPclOUotql9zpSr6SHu2f9__0SCGOXCIK-2BTWYFqsJjKHL0NkTt1SH6eTPJoqFi7BCMH94C6UpPqyAArLyhMl3aE0cAlHJOy02CZwk-2FOznXYEYBSTDPX7lW4yC1eJMhL-2FrP8YFXBCshUm9fLRui-2FzleuoaMyX4J8uIocnd8iy6ddxfvfokpxUY35CgxsffkctfniU8umF6VBoELOCiFKliWLEKhx-2FM47OmDthRZkCv28SP56U5o86ciiR-2BxUEfQIIg2AroKaPFrus6Q7P9604Xq1qxIabWaULD3KZXDLfVf-2BvGHp-2FpmXZTNVODK2k2gV3K-2B8YmGlu3qp8KM3WLq3Vz3SVf6b4TLdD2k1-2FH-2BD4p6bslBHqv62QhlWX0T1-2F6FwsvT8Tah-2F3R8gCc3do9mUUJ2C1GWM-2BV2SuE0eebDKLHF7d7Zr6dXnS155GQ6JKpl4W-2BO30kyjNQeJ8xW8zznfSMdTPvSutTPu2WxP0u7-2FPIPggL26JenbJDThmM-2BikINPK51OpLPtr3pJETgz45YLPNo4NkN6ngb8B0WojloLAUyYXcA6Ry8uOIKf2xKoAMVTkMJ1Y1kjZBu-2F0XWULxwbqqkd6qrXCpI7f4bJ4Ldb5MwiF-2FCJ9V-2BEEJwtXNg5tIuuElUs-3D)
8 rappels - 20’ to 80’
I’ve done it 9-10 times so far and I just Love it!
* Per the last reports - Canyon is Bone Dry
- 12:00-15:00 Lunch + Optional:
- Set up Top-ropes or Lead and enjoy more climbing
- Canyoneering workshop - Let's practice some fun stuff
15:00-16:00 - Pack and head back home

Important:
* Plan so you can be there just before 11am on Saturday and not keep others waiting.
* Last time we were able to get all the way in with a Sedan and a Minivan.
If conditions haven’t changed - Most cars should do it. But don’t count on it for sure.

Camping:
The Great Falls Basin area and parking lot are on BLM land and Camping is FREE.
However, while there are a few Campfire rings, there is NOTHING else. This is Primitive camping with no Campsites, Restrooms, Picnic tables, etc.
* Bring EVERYTHING you may need!

Weather:
Local weather forecast: https://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?lon=-117.378&lat=35.859

Pictures:
Pictures from a previous trip: www.dropbox.com/sh/nuddh14q0lu1goc/AABxS6Qy4AalDXR51KXB-5m0a?dl=0

What to Bring:
Lodging:
Whatever you need to Camp in the wild!
Hiking Gear:
Backpack. Plenty water. Lunch/snacks. Clothing appropriate to anticipated weather. Hat. Sunscreen.
Climbing Gear:
Harness. Belay device. Climbing shoes. Chalk bag.
For Toproping: Anchoring gear. Static ropes.
For Leading: Lead rope + Quick draws
Canyoneering Gear Must:
Harness + Rappelling Device, 3-4 Extra Locking Carabiners, Safety Tether. Helmet. Ascending set of your choice.
I will bring one 200' rope (needed for the guided rap).
We'll need another 150’ to 200’ rope + 100' rope for short raps.

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 hikes! Do not walk away from the group, wait for others. If you need to use the (natural) facilities, Let someone know before you disappear.
> In Canyons: DO NOT spread over more than 2 waterfalls!

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.