black mountain

We did a Double Black Mountain Hike (just can’t have enough with one) to the Summit starting from Hidden Villa Entrance. Caution: Ticks and Poison

The Black Mountain Trail is part of the Rancho San Antonio Space Preserve which I have hiked before. Great trails and weather was bearable. It

This place blew me away.  So very quiet after hiking Mission Peak the day before.  In 11 miles I only saw 4 people.  Started out

Another very popular park so get there early as the lots fill up quickly. Weather was cool/comfortable. Took a snack break at the top.  Unfortunately,

Started later than I would have liked …was almost too warm for the activity. Trail was dry need to make sure I pack a bit

Very few people on the trail. We should have packed more water because it became hot and there was very little shade. The last mile