East Canyon and Possibly to Mission Peak

Come and join me on a 6-8 mile hike in the Newhall area. There can be some beautiful fall colors in this area at times so let's check it out.

The plan is to hike East Canyon which is 6 miles and possibly add Mission Peak, depending on what the group decides. There is also an optional short turnout to Rice Canyon, that I was not planning on doing but you can do as well.
I will pay attention to the weather and the light, if it is extremely hot, rainy or windy I may cancel. I also cancel if less than two are signed up besides myself the morning of the hike.

Elevation Gain: 1800' (more or less depending on what you do)
Difficulty: Intermediate, we are not a slow paced group, please do not expect us to wait for you if you fall more than a little behind, only break will be about halfway through. There are some good turnaround spots so if you find you can not keep up you can still join and turn around when needed, just note you will be on your own if you are slower.
Dogs: No
Restrooms: No
Water Fountain: No
Parking: Free on the street. Pay attention to signs as there is a pay lot as well, which usually is not needed
I suggest coming from the 5 freeway, getting off at Calgrove going past Ed Davis/Towsley on the Old Road, once you see the Nazarene church on the right slow down as the trailhead will be coming up. Sometimes they park all the way back to the church but usually not. The trailhead is on a parallel dirt road but you park on the street/Old Road.
Trail: Out and back, mostly wide road, with some uneven footing
Sunset: 4:55 pm bring flashlight or charged phone, for just in case, we might not need a light but you never know.
Weather: Extreme temperatures, rain or wind may cancel the hike
Known Dangers: Rattlesnakes, slip-'n-fall, poison oak, can be on this hike
Bring: Plenty of water, a snack, extra layer just in case, and a light
Sunscreen/hat/sunglasses since it is during the day
LOTS of H20 when it's hot (maybe 3L if you sweat a lot)
Wear Hiking Shoes for good traction and bring poles if you use them

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