[Jeff]

Hi Sam! I’ll look into this today. Congratulations on completing the challenge!

[Jeff]

Okay, a quick check and I found you and Nancy had both logged six of the mountains for NorCal, but didn't get the finisher badge. That's been fixed (you both have them). I see a couple other challengers that have five peaks logged and are close to finishing, but I haven't found any other “missing” finishers.

I still need to go into the backend and sort out why you and Nancy didn't get the finisher badge, but that will have to wait until tomorrow.

Thanks again for letting me know, and congratulations!

[Jeff]

Hi Lorilee! I'm checking into this now. We will get that fixed. Thanks for the heads up!

[Jeff]

Hi Jacqueline! I did this a few years back (six, to be precise). We did an open loop and backpacked overnight on the divide. I've got photos and details here:

https://socalhiker.net/backpacking-san-bernardino-san-gorgonio-peaks/

A few notes, this was before the most recent fire, so it will likely look quite different. Also, the route up to the main San Bernardino Trail is steep and at times faint (that was back in 2017). Not a lot of people go this way.

I would check with the forest service if you can get through and see if they have any update on trail conditions, especially whether downed trees have been cleared and signage repaired, where necessary.

socalhiker.net

Backpacking San Bernardino and San Gorgonio Peaks - SoCal Hiker

One of the best way to enjoy the mountains of Southern California is on an overnight backpacking trip. I have hiked both San Bernardino Peak and San Gorgonio Peak both as day hikes and as overnight trips, but since many … Continue reading

[Jeff]

Hi Brandi!

You can enter on Soda Lake Road from either the South or North entrance. There is a service road from the south west, but that gate remains locked.

The Carrizo Plain National Monument has a map showing the area and access.

https://www.blm.gov/sites/blm.gov/files/documents/files/CA_CarrizoPlain_NM.pdf

[Jeff]

One suggestion I’d make is to review the latest hike logs from the challenge. You can also ask questions directly on the hike logs to get detailed advice based on current conditions.

[Jeff]

Check out Adventures of Nik on Instagram:

https://instagram.com/adventuresofnik?igshid=YzcxN2Q2NzY0OA==

Nik solo hikes all the time, and she has an organization that helps women gain confidence and the self-defense tools to do so safely. And she is doing the SoCal Six-Pack of Peaks Challenge, too!

[Jeff]

Douglas and Tony— any peaks you’d like to nominate?

[Jeff]

Fixed! Congratulations again.

[Jeff]

Hi Lorilee. I've fixed the date as well.

[Jeff]

Thanks, Heidi. It's fixed for both you and Coal now. Congratulations!

[Jeff]

We opted to make the switch from patches to pins this year, even though the pins are more expensive to order and ship. Ultimately they are more flexible, allowing you to move them from one pack to another, or to a hat or on a bulletin board.

Custom patches generally have a long lead time and minimum order quantity (same as the pins). We may be able to offer round patches (not the state-shape of the challenge logos) and will hopefully be able to share details later in August.

[Jeff]

Thanks, Tricia! Looks pretty fun. Can't wait to hear how it goes.

[Jeff]

Can you share a link with info on the 3 Peaks Challenge? I’m intrigued. 🤔

[Jeff]

We are cheering for you!