This hike was great!! It ended up being more challenging than I anticipated. The whole reason for us getting together was because of my uncles passing last June. It really rocked our family to our foundation. So in his honor, my cousins, my brother, and I are taking on the SoCal Six Peak Challenge.
We began going downhill, which seemed a bit backwards. It was nice, though. getting down to the stream that flows through. We made our way to the waterfall, and that was amazing! Thats when the real hike began. The incline was steep at times and gradual at other times, but the tress and plants were absolutely beautiful!!! When we reached the top, the view was amazing! we can see the surrounding mountains and the Los Angeles basin below.
Coming down the mountain had its own set of challenges. It was hard on our quads and knees. Not to mention our toes slamming into the front of my hiking boots. Im glad I packed a flashlight. The sun had set on us and we did the last quarter of the hike down in the dark. That was interesting, and I thought it was kinda cool.
All in all, once our six peak challenge is done, I will be coming back to Mt. Willson. That place now has a special place in my heart.
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That’s a great write up, Andy. And I agree, Mt Wilson has a special place it my heart too. I hiked it 3 times last year I love it so much. Oh and I was conned by my wife I kids to adopt a kitten last year as well. I said, “Fine. On one condition. I get to name him.” His name is Wilson.
Sorry to hear about your uncle. Glad you were able to do something with your family to pay tribute to him and fill some of that loss with a great memory. Happy Hiking!!