Hiking with Dogs: Blue Mountain, November 8 2015

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HikingGeek.com
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I wasn't able to head out for a 'real' hike the last two weekends, but was able to get away for an hour or two.

Do you guys have a local hill or mountain that you use for training or for when you can't get away for the day?

Blue Mountain || Distance: ~3.16 mi || Duration: 1hr 25m || Gain/Loss: ±1,258′ || Net Elevation Gain (at Max Elevation): +982′ || Max Elevation: 2,406′ || Difficulty: Easy, but steep

Hiking with Dogs: Blue Mountain, November 8 2015
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Riley is excited to get out for a while. San Bernardino Peak is the high point in the distance.

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San Gabriel Mountains Behind Us

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Wild burrows (sorry for the weird lens flare)

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Nearing the summit

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Thanks for the pics. I love the clear skies and views. That peak has been on my list for too long. I usually hit up Altadena or Pasadena for something quick.
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I figured out where Blue Mountain was after doing Box Springs Mountain last month. It looks pretty fun, and wild burrows! Aliso Peak is my local trainer when time is short.
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HikingGeek.com wrote: Do you guys have a local hill or mountain that you use for training or for when you can't get away for the day?
That would be the Old Mt Wilson Trail, since I can walk out my front door and be at the trailhead in 20 mins or so :D
In warm weather I sometimes ride my bike to the trailhead, which makes for an even quicker return home after hiking to First Water, Decker Spring, or Orchard Camp as time allows.
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HikingGeek.com wrote: Do you guys have a local hill or mountain that you use for training or for when you can't get away for the day?
I head up to Sunset Peak via Cow Canyon Saddle. Ridge up and fire road down, making for a nearly 5 mile round trip.
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