Las Viejas Mountain Hike - South Side Approach

Hi Guys! Let’s hike Las Viejas Mountain. This hike will build your quads, test your balance, and help work on your endurance!!

Las Viejas is a sacred mountain to the Kumeyaay Indians (indigenous people of the Americas) who journeyed up the summit to watch the sun rise when the Earth’s pole was tilted furthest from the sun; winter solstice. At the peak, there is a rock structure used as a wind break, which was made in 1970s, and the views at the summit are amazing!! Also, if you look hard enough & you are into the game, you will find a geochache box to put your name on as proof you’ve been there!!

We will stay within ear shot of each other, 6ft apart with our masks on for consideration and safety of others. After we can grab some food and drinks nearby (Optional).

MEETUP LOCATION:
1200–1298 Willows Rd (cul-de-sac)
Alpine, CA 91901
United States

Viejas Mountain Trail South Approach on AllTrails
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/california/viejas-mountain-south-approach?p=-1&sh=5mswqj&utm_medium=trail_share&utm_source=alltrails_virality

TIMING:
We will meet and greet at 11:45 am
We start promptly at 12:00 pm (plan your trip, arrive on time)

HIKE DETAILS:
Hiking Distance: ~4.8- 5 miles
Elevation gain: ~2030'
Difficulty: challenging (hard)
Parking: Park on Willow Road at the cul-de-sac

WHAT TO BRING:
Water ( I take 3 liters; I sweat a lot & I prepare for the worst)
Backpack
Snack (an apple, an orange, electrolyte replenisher)
Sturdy Hiking Shoes (ensure the soles have tread)
Hiking Poles are recommended

DISCLAIMER: The organizer of this event is not a professional guide. The function of this organizer is only to organize the hike, therefore, each person who signs up "yes" for this event is responsible for their own safety. By signing up for this event, you acknowledge that you are aware of the risks, dangers, and hazards associated with any outdoor activity and freely accept and fully assume all such risks, dangers and hazards,and further agree to release and discharge the organizer of this meet up event from and against any and all liability arising from your participation in this event's activities. If you decide to break away from the group organizer, you are responsible for your own safe return.