Sunday Scramble: Ash Canyon & Kraft Mountain Loop

Ready to explore beyond the usual trails? This Sunday Scramble takes us deep into Ash Canyon and around Kraft Mountain's western edge, weaving through off-trail terrain and hands-on scrambling. Expect shade, spring blooms, and unique views of Turtlehead Peak along this adventurous loop.

⚠️ STRENUOUS | Class 2–3 Scrambling w/ Exposure | ~3.5mi | ~980ft gain
AllTrails Route Information Here (we will go in reverse)

📸 WHAT TO EXPECT
A challenging scramble at a steady but RELAXED pace, stopping for frequent breaks and photos. As a photographer, I will coordinate some group photos (including with an Insta360).

💥 WHAT IS SCRAMBLING?
Scrambling sits between hiking and climbing, involving hands-on movement over rocky terrain.

• Class 2 Scrambling - Steep hiking with some hand use for balance; minimal risk.
• Class 3 Scrambling - Hands-on climbing with route choice; a fall could cause serious injury.
• Exposure - Sections where a fall would result in a significant drop.

🚗 WHERE TO MEET
We will meet directly at the Kraft Mountain Parking Lot, the gravel parking lot at the very end of Calico Basin. Parking can be crowded, so you may have to park on the roadside pull-offs nearby. Meet at the far end of the gravel parking lot.

WHAT TO BRING

• 🥾 Proper hiking shoes (good grip for scrambling)
• 💧 2–3 liters of water
• 🍎 Snacks
• 🧢 Dress for the weather
• 🧤 Gloves (recommended for scrambling)

If you have any questions at all, feel free to reach out.
Let’s go make some memories! 🏜️🔥

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URBAN TRAILS LIABILITY DISCLAIMER AND ASSUMPTION OF RISK:
By registering for and participating in this Urban Trails event, you acknowledge that you are voluntarily participating in an outdoor activity that involves inherent risks including, but not limited to: slips, falls, uneven terrain, loose rock, rockfall, water crossings, ice, snow, scrambling, wildlife, environmental exposure, and changing weather conditions, any of which may result in serious injury, illness, or death.

You understand that Urban Trails and its event hosts and volunteers (including but not limited to Nicholas Klein) are not providing professional guiding services, and that all participants are responsible for their own safety, route decisions, equipment, and level of participation. You understand that you may choose to opt out of any portion of the hike at any time.

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