"The Ladders" - Ladder Canyon and Painted Canyon Trail

We did this hike last year and had so much fun, we're doing it again! At 4.4 miles and 866' elevation gain, challenging features include sand, rock scrambling, and as the name suggests, climbing ladders! If you haven't done this before, RSVP now so you don't miss out!

Due to the nature of the trail, this will be a "no hiker left behind" event, meaning we will take rest stops as needed to ensure the group stays together. Please be sure you are prepared, as quitting midway is problematic (the trail is a heavily used one-way loop through some narrow passages, plus the ladders). In addition to water, you might want to bring a lunch. Dogs are not allowed; kids may join as long as they are old enough and able to keep up. Car pools are advisable as it is a 2 hour drive from the Hemet-Temecula-Menifee area. Limit of 25 hikers and one guest per member (encourage friends to join the group!)

Carpools are strongly encouraged. Because there is a dirt road to the trail head, we will meet at the Mecca Starbucks and caravan from there the last 30 minutes. Starbucks is at 90496 66th Ave. off of hwy. 86. Plan to be there no later than 9:30.