Name: Wednesday Evening Hike: McMenemy to Hot Springs
Start: 2025-11-19T18:30:00-08:00
End: 2025-11-19T22:30:00-08:00
Location: San Ysidro Trail Head

**This week:** **Montecito Loop.** Parking at the San Ysidro Trailhead OR meeting at Big 5. This route ascends San Ysidro trail before veering West across the creek to pick up McMenemy Trail. McMenemy traverses the hills above some of the prettiest vistas of Montecito. We'll turn up and climb Saddle Rock trail which has some beautifully colored rocks (pictured) and lands at the photo-op friendly, heart-shaped rock art plateau. From there we'll head toward the catway and West to Hot Springs Hotel and the too-famous hot springs. After some refreshments we'll descend Hot Springs Trail to pick up the West end of McMenemy and head all the way back across and down to the cars.
Distance - 5.98 mi
Ascent - 1849ft
Water crossings - Step over
Rock scrambling - NO
Bush whacking - NO
Maximum Grade - >20%
Strava Effort - 1.8x

**Carpool:** Big 5 at 6:00p
[https://maps.app.goo.gl/pvhy5hs97EhtmwgeA](https://maps.app.goo.gl/pvhy5hs97EhtmwgeA)

**Trailhead**: San Ysidro Trailhead
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**Strava link:**
[https://www.strava.com/routes/3343976621882225608](https://www.strava.com/routes/3343976621882225608)

Hike Leader this week will be Kevin Hanrahan. If you plan to attend please accept on Meetup. For questions, Kevin can be reached via text at 805-895-5655.

**About Wednesday Evening Hike series**
We will meet at 6:30p at the trailhead unless otherwise noted for that week. We sometimes carpool to trails up to 45 minutes away. We attempt to vary the trails selecting amongst those that are open and in hike-worthy condition. We hike the front country, the backside of the front range and occasionally adventure even further. Hikes are typically in the 6-9 mile range with 1500-3000 ft of total ascent. Occasionally we'll mix in a harder hike where returns can be *very* late. These hikes are meant for those with some hiking experience and moderate athletic condition. The pace varies and larger groups usually split, but we will re-group at intersections and stick together where the path is 'iffy'. Please dress appropriately with hiking boots/shoes and comfortable clothes meant to get sweaty and possible wet. Headlamp and/or flashlight required. Bring a water resistant jacket for rain/gloom or just cold air which is frequent at altitude. We recommend 1-3L water bladder in a backpack depending upon trail difficulty so that your hands are free to cross water or scramble up/down rocks. Bug spray is a good idea as bugs are very active at dusk (better to have and not need.) Some folks bring hiking poles. I recommend long sleeves and pants to prevent scratches, poison oak and ticks.

We typically stop at the top, add a layer for warmth and enjoy a snack. This can be some of the best fun as folks drag up hot tea, other libations, and all sorts of baked goods to share. Yum!

Group organizers assume no liability; hike at your own risk. By being a member of this group, you hereby agree to assume all risks and liability related to or resulting from any group functions. You agree that you nor any third party will hold any of the group's leaders liable for any injury, loss, or damage to your own self or property arising directly or as a consequence of a group activity. You also agree that your membership of this group is based on an "at will" basis.

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