Sendero Loop Trails - Ladera Ranch. Adv. Difficulty. 6+ miles

This is a moderate-to-advanced difficult 6.5 mile hike. Almost 1000 feet of elevation gain alone at the start. About 2 1/2 hours total time total.

We will meet on Ascenso at Sendero Way, in the parking lot of Sendero's community center and pool, "El Prado". There is also on-street parking at that location.

We will ascend 900 feet right away to the top of Ladera's bluff where Covenant Hills area of the Sky Ranch neighborhood is. We will take the Sendero Loop West and veer off on some other paths that will lead to near the Mirabella neighborhood, in SJC, and we will turn around at Stone Ridge Park and return via Sendero Loop East path to our cars.

This is a good 6 miles altogether and with some significant elevation at the beginning. Poles are suggested and good grippy hiking shoes. LOTS of water, as there is no shade to speak of along the trails. Bring a snack!

***There are no bathrooms along the route so plan accordingly. But there is a giant willow tree and private brush areas for emergencies!***

DIRECTIONS: From 5 fwy, exit Ortega Hwy going east for approximately 5 miles. Turn left on Antonio Pkwy for 1/2 mile and turn left onto Sendero Way to the roundabout with Ascenso. Stay right and pull into parking lot or park off street outside of the lot.

John's cell: 949-233-0225

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