Three Peak Trek: Pinos, Sawmill, Grouse

Join us for a hike along pine-forested trails to Mount Pinos (8831'), Sawmill Mountain (8818') and Grouse Mountain (8650'). The panoramic views will be outstanding and the history and geology of this area are interesting as well. Well-behaved dogs are welcome. Dogs must be kept on a leash no more than 6 feet in length. Stats for this out-and-back route are: 10 miles round trip, 2000' gain. An adventure pass is required to park at the Mt. Pinos trailhead. You don't need to be a Sierra Club member to join this hike -- all are welcome.
Level: Moderate.
Bring: Sturdy footwear, hydration, snacks, lunch, clothing layers, sun protection, and your completed medical form to show the leader (see link below).
Emergency medical form: Please fill out and bring a printout of this form: https://tinyurl.com/ycy985mt The leader will check to make sure you've completed it, then you'll carry it with you in your pack.
Save time at the trailhead! Sign the online waiver in advance and provide your emergency contact info: https://act.sierraclub.org/events/details?formcampaignid=701Po00000wQk5sIAC
Questions? Contact one of the leaders: David Cuddy, dtcuddy@att.net, (818) 384-3675; Dave Taylor, taylor.dave60@yahoo.com, (626) 807-9540;
Erik Peterson, epetersoneditor@gmail.com, (626) 833-4818.
Signup Restrictions: If you are feeling sick or have been exposed to someone who has recently (within the past 10 days) been sick from or tested positive for COVID-19, please do not join this trip.
Alternate Driving Directions: If you prefer, you can meet us at the trailhead at 9 AM rather than in La Canada. Drive north on I-5 to the Frazier Park exit. Turn left (west). Note your odometer and go as follows: At 7.2 miles, Lake of the Woods. Here, Lockwood Valley Road forks left and the Cuddy Valley Road goes straight. Keep straight. At 12.4 miles, junction with Mount Pinos Road (straight) and Mil Potrero Road (right). Go straight on Mount Pinos Road. At 22.5 miles there's a large paved parking area and a dirt road with a gate on the west (left) side. Park here. An Adventure Pass is required to park.
Carpool: Sierra Club will not assume responsibility for any carpool transportation risks. Carpool transportation is at the sole risk of the participants.
Cancellation Policy: Steady rain cancels.