Sanborn County Park - San Andreas Trail to Peterson Memorial Trail

Hello dear friends, let's go hiking this Sunday.

This is a popular trail that is mostly shaded with beautiful views. The trail is popular among both hikers and trail runners. This trail is very steep, so bring plenty of water and maybe some trekking poles. This is a great workout or training hike.

Approx. 4.0miles
1,230ft Elevation gain, so steep climb.
2h 30m Estimated time to finish.

As always if you are not confident about doing a hike with this elevation in under 2.5 hours, then you may not be able to finish. Start time is 9.00am and we should be done just before 11:30 am.

San Andreas Trail to Peterson Memorial Trail

This trail starts in the parking lot beside Sequoia/Peterson Grove picnic area. Paid parking so recommend to car pool.

From online reviews: Highlights of this hike include stunning views and shade.

Caution:
Some narrow, rocky trails.
Take Water, Sunscreen and a shaded hat.

Safety:
Please keep in mind that you always hike at your own risk and you are ultimately responsible for your own safety. If you are not sure about the nature of a specific hike, contact the leader via the private message feature on this website.
When you RSVP for this hike you are confirming your agreement to the rules and responsibilities of this group located here:

Legal Disclamer:
The organizer, assistant organizers, event organizers and event hosts in this group are not professional guides. The function of the organizer is only to organize the trip. Each person who signs up for a hike is responsible for his or her own safety and the safety of his or her guests. By signing up for a hike, or any other event organized by this group, you are acknowledging that you are aware and have made your guests 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, assistant organizers, event organizers and event hosts of this Meetup group from and against any and all liability arising from your and your guest's participation in the group activities. Our hike organizers are not responsible for your safety, these are always “Hike at your Own Risk” events.
When you RSVP for this hike you are confirming your agreement to the rules and responsibilities of this group located here:

Restrooms: At the starting point.
Dogs: NO dogs on this hike.