David Canyon Loop – Cedro Peak
Thu, 2023-06-08 @ 8:15 AM
Highlights: A pleasant loop hike down the east ridge of the canyon and back up the west ridge. Nice ponderosa pines at this altitude.
Cautions: Take plenty of water and sun protection. Treking poles may be useful to some senior hikers on a few rocky slopes.
Web Page: Click here to go to the hike web page where you may view the hike map, trailhead directions, how to do the actual hike, and download the hike GPS files.
Hike Leader(s): Janis Powell
Van Driver(s): Paul Cheng
Hike Class: C (Challenging)
Hike Distance: 6.9 mi
Min Elevation: 7159 ft
Elevation Change: 440 ft
Total Uphill: 783 ft
Total Downhill: 783 ft
Avg Grade: 5%
Route Type: Loop
Travel Time 1W: 0:45
Travel Distance RT: 60 mi
Times: We will meet at 8:15 AM and leave at 8:30 AM
Sign up/Pay: Sign up required, call 505-767-5959. Can sign-up 14 days before scheduled hike. Must Show Current Membership Card before signing Release Form on hike day. Those without their card will be turned away. Please call the center if you need to cancel so others on the wait list can go. There are NO LONGER transportation fees.
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