[Trish]

Not a crazy question of hiking alone. I've been solo hiking and backpacking for years. It it all about your comfort level, building confidence, and being completely fine with turning around if your gut tells you too! Like others have said, I usually email or text a designated group of people where I'll be and how to call the local rangers if I don't return. On big trips I carry an inReach.

Most trails on this list are pretty busy and you will definitely see people along the way and most are willing to help a hiker in need.

I'm still looking at hiking Jacinto or Bernardino. If those interests you we can coordinate.