Get Outside and Explore
I decided to hike up Icehouse Canyon, to see the waterfalls flowing in winter, during a recent snow. The road to the parking area was clear. There were however signs along the roadside reading “Hiking Not Advised.” This was likely due to recent missing hikers on Mt Baldy.
Here is a guide to Hiking to Chiquito Falls near Lake Elsinore, along with the San Juan Loop Trail, and San Juan Falls. One thing to note about the hike to Chiquito Falls is that it is less technical to reach it than other waterfall hikes, while being longer, with more elevation gain. A hike here does not require Class 2+3 scrambling over large boulders, such as in Black Star Canyon.
Are you looking to challenge yourself, to start hiking, change your life? You can gain a more healthy, body, mind, and spirit through hiking. I can show you how I did it, and will be sharing the essential gear every newbie hiker will need to get started. I started my hiking journey in beautiful sunny Southern California.
Follow along as I hike through Bolsa Chica Ecological Reserve. I will share where to park, the costs involved, and helpful tips for a successful visit to this unique travel destination in Orange County, California.
Hiking in Palm Desert: There are plenty of hikes to choose from in the area here for each skill level with every type of terrain. Explore the undulating wavelike rock formations of the Indio Badlands. You might possibly spot a herd of Bighorn Sheep in Carrizo Canyon. Take a bit of a longer hike in the hills above Palm Desert viewing far peaks along Art Smith trail. The desert is a beautiful place to explore.
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