Reyes and Haddock Peaks, Geo-hike along the Pine Mountain Ridge

Geo-hike to Reyes Peak (7517 feet/2291 m), on to Haddock Peak (7439 ft / 2267 m), return, all along the Pine Mountain Ridge antiform. I'll say a few things about the geology along the route. This is a beautiful pine-tree-topped ridge and the closest alpine-like location to Ventura and Ojai.

Below are hike stats from Brian Richardsson
https://www.peakbagger.com/climber/ascent.aspx?aid=1928281
Total roundtrip is 5.7 mi / 9.2 km,
elevation gain is 1179 ft /358 m
elevation loss is 1029 ft / 313 m

Hike pace will be about two miles/hour and we will make several stops: at the top of Reyes and Haddock Peaks, lunch and view stops. This not an extreme hike but it's not that easy either, you do need to be in good hiking shape.

Bring plenty of water, day pack, snacks and lunch, hat, sun block. Could be warm by the late morning and windy at the top. Check the weather before the hike. A cellphone is always a good idea but the coverage is poor and spotty on this trail along the ridge.

Meet at the Reyes Peak Trailhead Parking (34.634793, -119.292809), it is 7 miles east of Hwy 33 at the end of the paved Pine Mountain Summit Road (6N06); note: the last ~half mile is a dirt road but suitable for passenger cars if you drive slowly. Parking area may require an Adventure Pass, Golden/Senior Pass, etc. (this is not clear to me, I do have pass for my truck). Cell coverage at the parking area almost never works and very spotty above Ojai.

DISCLAIMER / RELEASE OF LIABILITY*
(IMPORTANT, PLEASE READ BELOW IN ITS ENTIRETY):
The hike host is a volunteer and not responsible for the group. Safety should be a priority for everyone in the group. Please treat this meet-up as hiking with a group of friends. If you become fatigued and unable to continue the hike, it is expected you will advise the hike host of this and return to our starting point on your own. If you are able to proceed, it is expected that you will maintain line of sight with other members of the group at all times and help to promote the group’s safety and fitness goals.

Outdoor sports and other events we plan can be inherently dangerous and accidents may happen. By participating in any posted event, you are taking responsibility for your own safety and well-being. The Geo-hiking Meetup Group and its organizers are not trained leaders and we do not confirm the qualifications of any of its members to lead or participate in trips. All participants take full responsibility for their own actions.

If you choose to sign up for this or any Geo-hiking Meetup event, you are releasing the Geo-hiking Meetup Group and its organizers from all liability in case of possible injuries. Your personal safety depends on your own judgment and experience.

Anyone 18 yrs. or younger must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.