Stone Canyon to Mt. Lukens

6 of the 7 Ramblers who ascended Mt. Lukens via the Stone Canyon trail on Saturday 12/6.

Despite a locked gate at the Wildwood Picnic gathering point assembled Bramblers were able to start up the Stone Canyon trail by 8:15 and summit between 10:15-10:45 AM.

Water level in Big Tujunga creek was low enough that we were able to scramble across without wading and we walked up the Stone Canyon wash until we located the trail to the west. Next time we'll go straight to the trail head - it's not a well marked as it could be!

The trail itself is partly shaded bu overhanging foliage and has a moderate incline. It's just rather long at 3.5 miles to gain the 3000' feet of elevation before coming out on the flat top of the mountain.

We're still waiting for Mike's GPS watch to dump its KML goodies. Look forward to that and photos from other Bramblers.

Next hike - Strawberry Peak on Saturday 12/20.


Sun on the final approach to the summit

Eaton Canyon - Henninger Flats - Sunday 3/30

Join the Brand Ramblers for our first San Gabriels hike. We'll meet up at the Eaton Canyon Nature Center at 8 AM Sunday morning 3/30 and hike through the canyon and up into Henniger Flats.

Eaton Canyon Nature Center [ Directions ]
1750 North Altadena Drive, Pasadena

Observe the usual preparations (water, appropriate shoes and clothing, snacks, sunscreen, etc).

Shirley will be 'walking point' on this excursion - you can call Ken on his mobile if you’re lost or running late.