Hike Log

You Switch Back, Jack, Do it Again!

Rob August 6, 2023

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Trailhead Vincent Gap

Type of hike Day hike

Trail conditions Trail in good condition

Road Road suitable for all vehicles

Bugs Bugs were not too bad

Snow Snow free

Also on this hike

Wildflowers blooming

From my title, the hike I did may be obvious. There is only one of the So Cal “Six Pack” hikes (that I can think of) in which switchbacks play a prominent role: Mt. Baden-Powell.

It was my second time completing this hike. The switchbacks can make the hike a bit mind-numbing, but I love how the desert comes into view as you get higher.

So why 12 miles? I decided to hike to Big Horn Mine first. It was my first time hiking there and was a good warmup before starting the ascent to Baden-Powell.

Hike four of the “Six Pack” challenge completed!