Montaña de Oro, Sea to Summit: Valencia, Oats & Alan Peaks

Montaña de Oro State Park is an area that is relatively pristine and scenic. I expect this area would be even more gorgeous, with lots of wildflowers after the recent rains.
This exploring adventure starts from the beautiful Spooner’s Cove and the Pacific Ocean. Then following Valencia Peak Trail, Oats Peak Trail, Alan Peak Trail to MDO 3 Peaks. On the descent, we would take Coon Creek Trail & very scenic Bluff Trail back to Spooner’s Cove for sun setting.
This would be a relatively strenuous workout in beautiful nature, with a great sense of accomplishment.

Photos & video clips from previous trips:
https://youtu.be/d2YySrr9D_w?si=dWijeIeFPmD1k-sG
https://youtu.be/J25_Cin6OXM?si=sr05pn4efGdn1_Ga

If you are also passionate about hiking & exploring in beautiful nature, committed to health, fitness & agility, and meet the quality below by self assessment, you are welcome to join.

Mindset: adventurous yet very safety conscious, self responsible & self accountable, continuous self improvement, intellectually curious, independent thinking, open-minded worldview, collaborative & can do attitude

Personality & Character: authentic, sincere, down to earth, cheerful, pleasant to chat with, thoughtful, effective in communicating, intelligent, competent

Physical & Mental: healthy & fit for hiking & exploring adventure, mentally & emotionally sound

Ability: assess and manage risks effectively, carry on meaningful conversation

Experience & Skill: rocky terrain hiking, scrambling, wilderness bush traverse

Estimated Distance & Climb: up to 18 mile, 3200’

Supply & Equipment: adequate & proper hydration, proper food, reliable headlamp and windbreaker as needed for potential night descent, navigation apps, first aid kit

Start: Spooner's Cove

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