SATURDAY, AUGUST 26, 2023 AT 6 AM
Black Rock Trail Hike 10 miles
This is beautiful, but difficult trail
Some of the best view of the Banning Pass
No permit required
Time Frame
6 am to 3:30 pm Drive, Hike, Lunch Mr. Taco, Drive back to Pilot
or
6 am to 2 pm Drive, Hike, and drive back to Pilot. (ensure your carpool buddy is skipping lunch)
Black Rock Trail.
10 mi
Time spent moving. 3:54 h
Ascent. 2713 ft
Descent. 2628 ft
This trail will help you determine if you can handle a steep climb, and breathing at hiker altitude.
Bug Spray is recommended. Those little bugs can be annoying
MEET AT PILOT GAS STATION
6605 N Indian Canyon Dr, North Palm Springs, CA 92262
DEPART
We depart at 6 am sharp
We leave early to avoid the afternoon thundershowers, and heat.
Dress in Layers (weather will probably be cold to start)
Bring lots of water
Snacks
Hiking Poles.
Those who want to have a late lunch around 1 or 2 pm can join us at Mr. Taco. Otherwise if carpooling ensure your group is heading back to the Pilot.