September 2022 Hike List

Thursday, September 1st, Early Morning Gypsum Hill (Red Rock Hill)- This is only a 2.5 mile r/t hike but it's rated moderate due to gaining 850 ft. of elevation in a short distance. We will hike to the top of a major hill just east of Blue Diamond. The hike goes steeply up a trail on the west facing side which will keep us out of the sun until we reach the top. From there it is not far to the very top where we will have a snack break and a 360 view. We will return on another trail to make a loop. The main assembly point will be the gravel parking lot on Hwy. 159/Arroyo which is the back entrance road to the community of Blue Diamond. Step off at 6 A.M. Directions- Turn left onto Arroyo from 159 and the parking area is immediately on your right at this intersection. RSVP/Limit of 15 hikers- Coordinator- David Hardy- 

Friday, September 2nd,Upper Kyle Canyon Wash/Escarpment Loop Trail/Shuttle- Moderately strenuous, 8.2 miles, elevation loss of 1400 FT, a 750 FT gain in elevation, 8 AM- It's combination of two club standards that will make for a good day of hiking, including visiting Old Town. Distance of the wash trail is 4.47 miles, the escarpment loop route down by the visitor's center is 3.7 miles. We'll use the Traffic Circle Trailhead/Kyle Canyon Road for the initial meet-up and the required shuttle. Be there by 8 AM. The hike will begin from the Echo Trailhead of Echo Road. Coordinator- David Gray 

Saturday, September 3rd, Gallium Road Spring- Easy; 3 miles; 300' gain; 7:30am - This is another spring we came upon on a more difficult hike. We begin at the Pay Phone Trailhead (Lee Canyon Road traffic circle) and drop into the Lee Canyon Wash. When we near Gallium Road (a dirt road on the opposite side of Lee Canyon Road), we will climb out of the wash and start up. Before long, we will see the seepage on the right side. Meet at the trailhead for a 7:30am start. Coordinator - Kay Blackwell

Sunday, September 4th, Blue Diamond Canyon 5B- If you don’t want to drive up to the mountains, let’s meet at the Wheeler Spring parking lot just before Blue Diamond for a hike up the low end of the Goatroper Trail which will drop into Canyon #5. We will branch off into the left fork (#5B) and continue to the upper end. We will return the same way to enjoy as much shade as possible. Much of the route is moderate hiking that requires some 2.5 hours to cover the 4 miles r/t with little elevation gain. Some scrambling. It is going to get hot so meet at 6 AM. If coming from Red Rock, this parking lot is on the right just after a large brown sign to not feed the burros. If from the opposite way, it is on the left just after where the mine road goes up BD Hill. RSVP required/Limit of 15 hikers and friends- Coordinator- David Hardy

Tuesday, September 6th-Exploring Upper Regions of Fletcher Canyon Wash, Mummy Mountain-  It may be a new hike, but I think, and I can't remember when, Kay's group went up into this area to explore several years ago. Difficulty is rated strenuous with an estimated distance of 5 miles or so . . . . . .   Elevation gain of 2700 FT, Class II and III scrambling- Be at the Trail Canyon Trailhead by 8 AM. Coordinator- David Gray

Thursday, September 8th, Blue Diamond Ridges- This mostly moderate early morning trek on the hill across from Red Rock Canyon will cover a distance up to 7 miles starting from the Cowboy Stables TH parking lot along Highway 159. How much the group does will be determined by the temperature increases during the morning. If it stays somewhat cool the destination will be the Las Vegas Overlook. All the uphill is with no sun. This will be done differently by going up Cave Canyon, up a ladder at one point and continuing until we reach a trail and then across to the Bone Shaker and have the option of crossing over to the Bob Gnarly trail down the canyon. Participants will gather at the trailhead at 6 AM where you meet the coordinator. RSVP/Limit of 15- Coordinator- David Hardy. Email address-  hardyhikers@embarqmail.com.

Friday, September 9th, Mount Charleston- Route- Trail Canyon to North Loop and descend the South Loop- Strenuous, 18 miles, 4,890 feet elevation gain, time- 5:30 AM- We will stage a car(s) at the South Loop.  Stats- 9-10 hours slow to medium pace.  I'm not pushing for any world records on the ascent. We can make up "time" on the descend. RSVP/10 hikers- Coordinator- John Hammel

Saturday, September 10th, Lee Canyon Narrows- Easy Moderate; 4 miles; 600' gain; 7:30am - This is an oldie but a goodie. We start at the Sawmill TH and cross Lee Canyon Road onto Champion Road. A descent in the wash below will end at the narrows where we decide whether to take the "up and around" trail to the lower end of the narrows. The return takes the trail back to a hill climb and below the Sawmill TH. A loop around the pavement of the TH may be taken. Coordinator - Kay Blackwell - For more information, go to http://aroundthebendfriends2.blogspot.com/search?q=Lee+Canyon+Narrows

Sunday, September 11th, Cockscomb Ridge/Exploring- Moderately strenuous, 5-6 plus miles,1500 FT elevation gain, possible Class II and Class III scrambling required, 8:00 AM- It's the traditional club trek with time taken to explore new areas, create new routes. We'll probably see some fall colors on the ridges across the way. Meet-up- Trail Canyon Trailhead parking lot by 8 AM. Coordinator- David Gray 

Tuesday, September 13th- Above Echo Falls/The Vatican/Exploratory- Strenuous to moderately strenuous, about 5 or so miles, 1000 FT gain if we're lucky, Class II - III scrambling effort is anticipated in places. We've been looking this area over for some time now utilizing photos, the Cathedral Rock Trail, as well as, advantage points along the South Loop Trail. No doubt there are areas of interest, challenges in scrambling ahead. Meet at the Cathedral Rock TH by 8 AM-  Coordinator- David Gray

Friday, September 16th, Above Mummy Springs/Exploratory/Loop Route- Strenuous/moderately strenuous, 7 Plus miles, 2200 PLUS FT of elevation gain, 7:30 AM- Now I did this a few years ago but can't locate the original write-up, so I am thinking we decided to do some exploring, "build on" the traditional loop trek (5.5-6 miles) that day. So I am headed back up there! As noted, it's basically the traditional route up through Deer Springs, but as we near the top of the ridge trail, instead of going left, we'll turn right onto the route that curves back up and around taking us into a rather large canyon/bluff area with lots of pines well above (watershed area) the spring. Here the trail ends; it's not far to the top/ridgeline. Above us there's lots of blue sky. We'll bushwhack a bit to top that ridgeline, then head out onto some overlooks situated in and around the cliffs/bluffs/ridgeline on the "south wall" exposure of Mummy Mountain. We'll have great views of MT Charleston, Kyle Canyon, and the top of Mummy's Toe. It's break time now. Heading back, we'll drop down onto the Mummy Springs Trail, head over to Raintree, then return to the cars via the North Loop Trail, Wild Horse Ridge. TH- Deer Creek TH/Picnic Area/pull-off with the vaulted toilets- We’ll step off at 7:30 AM. Coordinator- David Gray

Saturday, September 17th, Mom's Eagle's Nest Loop- Easy;  3 miles; 600' gain; 7:30am - This is a shorter version of a similar hike I did last summer except we will begin at the hotel upper level parking and drop down to Kyle Wash. Reaching a tree log to climb out and up to the road, we cross the road to climb up to the weather station apparatus. Circling around on the Eagle's Nest Trail, we will drop down to Deer Creek Road and on down to the cars. Meet at the hotel (Mt. Charleston Resort Hotel upper parking) upper level parking for a 7:30am start. Coordinator- Kay Blackwell

Sunday, September 18th, New Loop From Blue Diamond-  Moderate, 5 miles, 800 FT elevation gain, 6:15 AM-  We will start from the BD county park at 6:15 AM to follow a trail to the top of the Tertiary Ridge. From there a new trail heads north and west and eventually drops down to the Landmine Trail. We will return to BD using that trail for a ways, veering off to another trail that runs to Wheeler Spring and then back to the park. RSVP/Limit of 15 hikers- Coordinator- David Hardy       Email address- hardyhikers@embarqmail.com 

Tuesday, September 20th, South Sister Saddle Loop via Bonanza Trail- Moderately strenuous, 6 miles, 1600 FT elevation gain, 7:30 AM - This hike begins at the Lower Bristlecone Trail TH that will take us on up to the Bonanza Trail via those daunting switchbacks. After we regroup here, we'll continue out to the landmark junction where the South Sister Trail or Ridge Trail begins with a somewhat steep drop through the Picnic Area on down to the South Sister Saddle. It's an area that offers great views. From there we make our way back on the connector trail for the South Sister route off of the Lower Bristlecone Trail (Fire Road). Coordinator- David Gray 

Thursday, September 22nd, Bob Gnarly Trail/Bomb Voyage Loop/Blue Diamond Hill- Moderate, 5 miles, 1200 FT  gain- We will meet at 6:15 AM but check website as it could change due to weather. We will start from the Horse Stables TH following the Bob Gnarly Trail up the Skull Canyon until we reach the Bomb Voyage Trail which we will return, passing the Muffins. This will keep us in the shade most of the way up. RSVP/Limit of 15 hikers- Coordinator- David Hardy   hardyhikers@embarqmail.com

Saturday, September 24th, Champion Road Loop - Easy; 3 miles; 600' gain; 7:30am - This is another oldie. We begin at the Sawmill TH and cross the road. Following the dirt road (Champion Road), we hike up and around primitive campgrounds. At Deer Creek Road, we turn to the right and find our descent to the Lee Canyon Wash. The wash will take us back to Sawmill TH. Meet at the trailhead for a 7:30am start. Coordinator - Kay Blackwell - For more information go to http://aroundthebendfriends2.blogspot.com/search?q=Champion+Loop

Sunday, September 25th, 4.25 Mile Overlook/North Loop Trail- Fall colors- Moderately strenuous, 8 miles, 2700 FT gain, 7:30 AM- It's the traditional route up through the changing aspens! We begin our trek from Trail Canyon Trailhead. Views include 180 degrees of Kyle Canyon and nearby peaks. Meet the coordinator at the TCT TH by 7:30 AM. Coordinator- David Gray

Thursday, September 29th, Blue Diamond Canyon #1- Stats- 5 miles, 1000 ft. elevation gain, 7 AM- This hike will begin in the first canyon on the south end of Blue Diamond Hill where there will be considerable scrambling. After about 1.5 miles the route will follow a ridgeline up toward the gypsum mine then follow another ridge with views above the processing plant and Las Vegas until we arrive high above Hwy 159. Then we will follow a slope with some scrambling near the bottom to return where we started. Meet the coordinator at 7 AM at the gravel parking area on the right side of Arroyo  after you turn left from 159 onto Arroyo. This is one entrance into Blue Diamond. The time could change based on weather conditions. RSVP/Limit of 15-  Coordinator- David Hardy  hardyhikers@ embarqmail.com

August 2022 Hike List

 Tuesday, August 2nd, Hummingbird Gulch Overlook via The Cliffs & Bluffs Above Robbers Roost/Exploratory- This is Canyon #3 and we'll turn up along the rim to head up to the Overlook area that is just above the spring. It's where we usually stop for a break after the difficult scrambling above the pour over in the gulch's main canyon below. The terrain will dictate the success of our efforts as we retrace out steps of the initial exploratory trek off of the start of the North Loop Trail. We're coming back to refine our route, explore. Strenuous in places, moderately strenuous, possibly Class II & III scrambling expected. STATS/Initial effort over to the rim of Hummingbird Gulch- 2.9 miles, 1037 FT. in 2 1/2 Hours- Meet-up-  Be at the North Loop TH by 7 AM- Coordinator- David Gray

Thursday, August 4th, Blue Diamond Canyon #1- Moderate, 4 miles, 1000 FT gain, 5:45 AM-  It's an early morning hike up into Blue Diamond Hill. We will scramble up the narrows and return the same way which will keep us in the shade the entire time. Meet 5:45 at Hwy. 159 and Arroyo Street which is the back way into Blue Diamond. The trailhead parking area is immediately on your right as you make your turn onto Arroyo. RSVP/Limit of 15 hikers- Coordinator- David Hardy

Friday, August 5th, Hummingbird Gulch CCW Loop- This is Kay's route from 2019. Strenuous, moderately strenuous, 6.5 miles, 2100 FT, gain, 7 AM- We'll start this from Robbers Roost TH taking the Old Deer Creek Road Trail up to the North Loop, then head over to our goal, Fletcher Peak. We'll return via Hummingbird Gulch. Just remember, down is always harder. Be at the trailhead by 7 AM- RSVP- Coordinator- David Gray and John Hammel-

Foxtail Camp Loop - Easy Moderate, 3 miles; 600' gain; 7:30am - This is an easier loop at the Foxtail Camp than the Pioneer Rock Loop. We will begin the loop with the climb up to the Forest Road Ridge. (We'll take it slow.) At the end of the Forest Road, we climb up through the old Girl Scouts' Foxtail Camp and turn onto the Pioneer Camp Road where we will stop at the picnic table for our break. Next, I found a nice trail to return down to the mess hall to take the road back to the picnic area and cars. Meet at the Pay Phone Trailhead (Lee Canyon Road traffic circle) to start the hike at 7:30am. Coordinator - Kay Blackwell - For questions, email: kaywhiffen@yahoo.com

Sunday, August 7th, Blue Diamond Canyon #5A- Moderate, 5 miles, and 500 FT gain, 6 AM- This route begins from the parking lot area at Wheeler Springs just north of Blue Diamond. The canyon cuts deep into the Blue Diamond Hill with high walls and considerable scrambling. A large fill supporting a road high above marks the end of the canyon. We'll meet at Wheeler Spring parking area by 6 AM. Directions- If coming from Red Rock, this parking lot is on the right just after a large brown sign noting that you shouldn't feed the burros. If from the opposite way, it is on the left just after where the mine road goes up BD Hill. RSVP/Limit of 15 hikers- Coordinator- David Hardy   Email-  hardyhikers@embarqmail.com

Tuesday, August 9th, The Cliffs Above Robbers Roost/Canyon #2/Exploratory- The terrain will dictate the success of our efforts as we retrace out steps of the initial exploratory trek off of the start of the North Loop Trail. We're coming back to refine our route, explore the washes and canyon(s) that direct snow melt/rain down through the cliff face of Robbers Roost. Strenuous in places, moderately strenuous, possibly Class II & III scrambling expected. STATS/Initial effort over to the rim of Hummingbird Gulch- 2.9 miles, 1037 FT. in 2 1/2 Hours- Meet-up-  Be at the North Loop TH by 7 AM- Coordinator- David Gray

Thursday, August 11th, Blue Diamond Ridges- This moderate early morning hike on the hill across from Red Rock Canyon will cover a distance up to 7 miles starting from the Cowboy Stables parking lot along Highway159. How much the group does will be determined by the temperature increases during the morning. If it stays somewhat cool the destination will be the Las Vegas Overlook. All the uphill is with no sun. Rating should be moderate or a bit more. We step off at 5:45 AM-  RSVP/Limit of 15 hikers- Coordinator- David Hardy   Email- hardyhikers@embarqmail.com

Thursday, August 11th- Raintree- It's simple, an out and back effort up the North Loop to the Raintree with a brief meditation to celebrate life and and the sounds of nature in the presence of our most treasured Bristlecone. The hike will be moderately strenuous, 6 miles with an elevation gain of 1800 at a moderate pace. If we get spread out, we will regroup at the High Point Corner on the North Loop. Be at the North Loop TH by 8 AM- RSVP- Coordinator- Rosie Vitavec

Friday, August 12th, Showgirl to Stepladder Extended- Moderately strenuous, 8 plus miles, loss of 1700 FT, 8 AM- This will be a fun trek that takes us through the heart of the lower Deer Creek area starting at the Showgirl TH. We’ll initially head counterclockwise down the Gypsy Trail onto Old Deer Creek Road Trail over to Robbers Roost. From there we’ll hike the Pixie and Hike A Bike Trails, which will take us onto the Trough Trail, the new extended route to Telephone Canyon Road. Here we turn up this road a bit to begin the final leg of the hike on the following paths: Upper Cowboy Washington, Old Deer Creek Road, and finally, Stepladder. The shuttle vehicle will be parked at the Stepladder or Traffic Circle TH. Meet-up- Juniper TH off of Angel Peak Road, which is off of Deer Creek Road. The turnoff is just before the North Loop TH. Step off at 8 AM- Coordinator- David Gray 

Sunday, August 14th, South Loop Area Snow Chutes/Manhole Overlook/Exploratory- Strenuous, moderately strenuous, estimate 5-7 miles on the initial effort, 1500 FT plus gain, 8 AM- Our route starts in earnest from the Manhole Cover that is located at the end of the Old Forest Road that begins just off from where you climb to Cathedral Rock Peak. Now this landmark is known as it's also the turnoff point for Kay's Upper Kyle Canyon Overlook (aka Hidden Falls Overlook) trek. Here, you go off to the right for her route. For us, we'll take the trail on the left! Note- I explored this a bit with fellow hiker Steven Weber in July. We found that the trail heads up on a scree covered ridge of a small wash for a bit, then turns into the trees just below the large landmark rock outcropping that I've named, Manhole Overlook. From this area we'll have a good view, perspective of the canyon/chutes that surrounds us with the very ridges off to our south, the top of the South Loop Ridge/Trail area. This watershed feeds Little Falls. It's a big area! TH- Cathedral Rock/South Loop Trailhead/parking lot- Step off at 8 AM- Coordinator- David Gray

Sunday, August 14th, Ash Canyon/Calico Basin- Easy, 4 miles, 200 FT of elevation gain, 6 AM- This early hike will begin near Red Spring and will travel through red rock formations, ash and cottonwood trees, and a small creek. Meet the coordinator at Red Spring Trailhead parking at 6 AM- Those carpooling from Red Rock Casino should leave there about 15 minutes earlier. RSVP/Limit of 15 hikers- Coordinator- David Hardy

Tuesday, August 16th, Griffith Peak via South Loop Trail/MT Charleston- Moderately strenuous to strenuous, 10 miles, 3350 FT gain, 7:30 AM- Meet up at the South Loop/Cathedral Rock Trail parking lot off Kyle Canyon Road at 7:30 a.m. This trail climbs the south side of Kyle Canyon to the saddle. We then turn left to the peak. A steep final ascent with spectacular views at the summit. RSVP- Coordinator- John Hammel

Thursday, August 18th through Monday, August 22nd- Toiyabe Range Backpacking- Location- In the heart of central Nevada, including South Twin River and Arc Dome, the highest mountain in the Toiyabe Range, 13th in the state. Distance- About 4 miles the first day, around 5 on the next, some steep hiking with packs. Day hike to top of Arc Dome, 11,770 FT. Part of the hike may require wading in this small river. Very nice aspen forest, impressive deep canyon, plus waterfalls and cascades. Mostly trail hiking, but the upper part of this trip will be exploratory with day packs. RSVP/Limit of 15 hikers- Coordinator- David Hardy  Email address- hardyhikers@embarqIn the heart of mail.com

Sunday, August 21st- 4.25-Mile Overlook, North Loop Trail/Kyle Canyon- Moderately strenuous,  8 miles, 2700 FT gain, 7:30 AM- Consider this traditional route as part of our conditioning and altitude training in preparation for a Mount Charleston trek in mid-September if the weather allows. We begin our route from Trail Canyon Trailhead. Views include 180 degrees of Kyle Canyon and nearby peaks. Meet the coordinator at the TCT TH by 7:30 AM. Coordinator- David Gray

Thursday, August 25th, Red Springs/Calico Basin- Most of the route for this moderate 4-mile out-and-back hike will be in the shade as the group will start from Red Springs and go around the south end of the Calico Hills as far as Calico II Overlook utilizing the canyon between the sandstone hills and the scenic drive as much as possible. The coordinator will be at Red Springs Picnic Area for a 6 AM start of the hike. If the gate of the picnic area is not open that early there is plenty of parking just outside along the road. RSVP/Limit of 12 hikers- Coordinator- David Hardy.  Email address- hardyhikers@embarqmail.com

Friday, August 26th, Bonanza Peak/Cold Creek- Strenuous to moderately strenuous, 8 miles, 3,000 FT of  elevation gain, 7 AM- We will meet up at 7 AM at the Smith's parking lot off of W. Skye Canyon Park Dr. The plan is to take 2 high clearance vehicles, 8 people maximum, over to Cold Creek Road off of Route 95 North. We'll climb, take our break at the peak, and come down the way we went up. Out and back- RSVP/Limit of 8 hikers- Coordinator- John Hammel

Sunday, August 28th, Red Canyon/Cottonwood Valley- Moderate, 4 miles, 800 FT gain, 5:45 AM-  Meet at the Chevron gas station on 159/160 at 5:45 AM where we will car pool and drive to the Cottonwood Valley and park at the trailhead for Badger Pass. This moderate hike will take us up  Red Canyon and return the same way and it should be shady most of the time. RSVP/Limit of 15 hikers- Coordinator- David Hardy     Email address- hardyhikers@embarqmail.com

Tuesday, August 30th, South Sister Peak/Lee Canyon- Strenuous, 5.8 miles, 2100 FT elevation gain, Class III, 7:30 AM- We will meet at the Lower Bristlecone TH parking area off of Lee Canyon Road and take the traditional route up to the saddle via the manhole cover, past the picnic area. RSVP- Coordinator- John Hammel

July 2022 Hike List

 Friday, July 1st, Wallace Canyon and Beyond OB- Moderately Strenuous/Strenuous, 6 miles, 1800 feet of gain, 8:00 AM -We begin on Upper Bristlecone then turn on No Name then turn up on Wallace Saddle Trail. After regrouping at the saddle, we hike over to where the plane crash used to be. We continue around the ridge and cross a dry creek. Following a game trail that goes in and around several ravines, we eventually climb up to a rocky outcropping. After our break, it’s back to the cars. RSVP required. Meet at Upper Bristlecone by 8:00 AM. Coordinator- Lettie Gutierrez

Saturday, July 2nd, Wild Horse Canyon Out and Back- Easy/moderate, 3.5 miles,1000 FT elevation gain, 8 AM- Wild Horse Canyon is one of our favorite MT Charleston hikes. This will wander through the woods up to Cougar Ridge for beautiful vistas and our break point. The reason for the easy/ moderate rating is that the elevation is from 8000 to 9000 FT. You may have some difficulty with your cardio effort. Meet-up- Santa Fe Casino south garage/third level for an 8 AM departure. Coordinators- Ron and Sandi Hindmarch

Sunday, July 3rd, Above Mummy Springs/Exploratory/Loop Route- Strenuous/moderately strenuous, 7 Plus miles, 2200 PLUS FT of elevation gain, 7:30 AM- Now I did this a few years ago but can't locate the original write-up, so I am thinking we decided to do some exploring, "build on" the traditional loop trek (5.5-6 miles) that day. So I am headed back up there! As noted, it's basically the traditional route up through Deer Springs, but as we near the top of the ridge trail, instead of going left, we'll turn right onto the route that curves back up and around taking us into a rather large canyon/bluff area with lots of pines well above (watershed area) the spring. Here the trail ends; it's not far to the top/ridgeline. Above us there's lots of blue sky. We'll bushwhack a bit to top that ridgeline, then head out onto some overlooks situated in and around the cliffs/bluffs/ridgeline on the "south wall" exposure of Mummy Mountain. We'll have great views of MT Charleston, Kyle Canyon, and the top of Mummy's Toe. It's break time now. Heading back, we'll drop down onto the Mummy Springs Trail, head over to Raintree, then return to the cars via the North Loop Trail, Wild Horse Ridge. TH- Deer Creek TH/Picnic Area/pull-off with the vaulted toilets. We’ll step off at 7:30 AM- Coordinator- David Gray

Sunday, July 3rd, Red Springs- Moderate, 4 miles out-and-back and mostly in the shade as we'll start from the Red Springs TH, hike around the south end of Calico Hills going as far as Calico II. Start time- 5:30 AM- If anyone plans to carpool from Red Rock Casino, they should leave that assembly point at 5:15 AM. Meet the coordinator by 5:30 AM at the Red Springs TH/Picnic Area/Calico Basin. Note- If the entrance gate to the picnic area is not open that early, there is plenty of parking along the road. RSVP required, limit of 12 hikers- Coordinator- David Hardy

Monday, July 4th, South Loop Overlook 1.5 OB- Moderately Strenuous, 6 miles, 1800+ feet of gain, 7:30 AM-  Be at the Cathedral Rock picnic parking lot for a 7:30 AM departure. Using the South Loop Trail, we hike up to the first overlook where we will regroup. Then it’s less than a mile to Overlook 1.5. After our break, it’s back to the cars. Coordinator- Lettie Gutierrez

Tuesday, July 5th, North Loop Exploration/Cliffs/Bluffs Above Robbers Roost- Moderately strenuous, 5 miles, 1700+ FT, 8 AM- Letttie introduced this interesting and challenging route to me some four to five years ago. We'll head up the North Loop to the trail's High Point Corner, a great landmark to break at. It's here that our real effort begins as we make the steep descent, bushwhacking a bit, on the backside of the ridge we just came up. We're looking to hold a bit to the right as we eventually "connect to the ridge along the lower portion of the North Loop." We skirt past the south side of the North Loop Meadow. The terrain changes here as we complete a loop through "the rock" on high above Robbers Roost. Meet-up- North Loop TH-  Time- 8 AM- Coordinator- David Gray-

Thursday, July 7th, Circle Gypsum Hill (Red Rock Hill)- Easy/moderate, 4 miles, 5:45 AM- We will use Molly Trail just below Blue Diamond which includes a dense stand of cottonwoods. The main assembly point will be the gravel parking lot on the right side of the entrance road into the community of Blue Diamond just past the wash bridge where you will meet the coordinator. Starting time for the hike will be at 5:45 AM so participants carpooling from Red Rock Casino will have to leave there about twenty minutes before that. RSVP required/Limit of 15 hikers- Coordinator- David Hardy

Friday, July 8th, Above Cave Springs/Exploratory- Strenuous/moderately strenuous, 5 to 7 miles for the initial effort, elevation gain of 2300 FT plus, 8 AM- A traditional hike that will forever be changed as we make our way up into the cliff faces and bluffs above the spring/horse trough of this well known area of Mummy Mountain. We'll turnoff from the North Loop to the right just before the the trail drops a bit down to the landmark. We'll be trailblazing! Gloves- Coordinator- David Gray

Sunday, July 10th, Pinnacle Rocks via the Land Bridge/Hidden Falls Overlook- Exploratory, rated moderately strenuous with a distance of 6-7 miles,1500 FT gain, 8 AM- The last couple of three times that we have hiked up to the overlook we have explored, heading south, venturing out a bit more with each effort, onto a ridgeline/spine that has very steep sides that seems to connect (land bridge) to the mountainous regions further over to the South Loop Ridgeline Trail area. There's a faint trail to follow on top plus we have noticed that others have built additional firepits/campsites here. We can clearly see the the pinnacles up ahead, possibly just a half mile or more, set around and above the trees and "rock." It's a great landmark, a place to visit, develop new hikes from. TH- Cathedral Rock/South Loop TH parking lot- We'll step off at 8 AM-  Coordinator- David Gray

Monday, July 11th, Great Basin Car Camping, Monday thru Thursday, July 11th to 14th, 3 nights, 4 days- RSVP required/Limit of 12 hikers- Great Basin National Park/Wheeler Peak Campground-  We have reservations! CAMPING RULES- There are 2 cars and 8 people allowed per site, but only 3 tents. More realistically, 5 people with 3 tents and 2 sleeping in their cars.  If you want to go, sign up now on this site, and then with a complete list it will be possible to plan ahead on who is driving and who is riding.  Coordinator- David Hardy  NOTE FROM DAVID- As of 6-21- There are actually 8 signed up, not counting Debbie. I need to tell them to use the calendar.

Tuesday, July 12th, Bristlecone Loop Clockwise/Lee Canyon- Moderate, 6 miles, 900 FT elevation gain, 7:30 AM- Meet-up- Upper Bristlecone TH/ski area parking lot. Coordinator- John Hammel-  

Sunday, July 17th, South Loop Area Snow Chutes/Exploratory- Strenuous, moderately strenuous, estimate 5-7 miles on the initial effort, 1500 FT plus gain, 8 AM- Our route starts in earnest from the Manhole Cover that is located at the end of the Old Forest Road that begins just off from where you climb to Cathedral Rock Peak. Now this landmark is known as it's also the turnoff point for Kay's Upper Kyle Canyon Overlook (aka Hidden Falls Overlook) trek. Here, you go off to the right for her route. Note- The last couple of three times that we went past this landmark, we noticed a trail off to the left that continued back up into the pines and rock above, and eventually to a very large snow chute, canyon that leads toward the top of the South Loop Ridge/Trail area. From our efforts in doing Kay's route, we could clearly see the one chute coming and going. Looking at her hiking maps, we see two chutes. They're well above Little Falls. It's a big area! TH- Cathedral Rock/South Loop Trailhead/parking lot- Step off at 8 AM- Coordinator- David Gray

Sunday, July 17th, Blue Diamond Canyon #3- Moderate, step off at 5:45 AM- We begin from the town of Blue Diamond; the actual trek starts with us scrambling through this deep, narrow piece of geology. Eventually, we climb out and return on top following a ridge trail between Canyons #4 and #3. Note- We do have the option of returning by the way we came, staying in this canyon. DIRECTIONS- If coming from Red Rock Casino, turn right at the sign for Blue Diamond, cross the wash bridge, and after that on the left you'll find parking at the county park. RSVP required/Limit of 15 hikers- Coordinator- David Hardy

Monday, July 18th, M Tree on North Loop OB- Moderately strenuous, 7 miles, 1800+ feet of gain, 7:30 AM- Meet at Trail Canyon dirt lot by 7:30 AM. My pace will be about 1.7 mph. We will regroup at the saddle before turning onto the North Loop Trail. We pass Cave Springs on our way up to the M tree which is where the scree field begins. After our break, it’s back to the cars. Coordinator- Lettie Gutierrez

Tuesday, July 19th, Bonanza Peak O&B/Cold Creek, NV- Strenuous to moderately strenuous, 9.5 miles, 3,000 FT elevation gain, 57 switchbacks to the saddle, 7 AM- Direction- We will meet up at 7 a.m. at the Smith's Parking lot off of W. Skye Canyon Park Dr. CAR POOLING- The plan is to take 8 people in 2 cars (high clearance vehicle required) over to Cold Creek Road off of Route 95 North. We'll climb, take our break at the peak and come down the way we went up. RSVP required/Limit of 8 hikers-  Coordinator- John Hammel

Thursday, July 21st, Boneshaker Loop/Blue Diamond Hill- Moderate, 5-6 miles, 1200 FT elevation gain, 5:45 AM- It's a morning hike that begins by going up Boneshaker Trail (Slow!). As the trail levels out the pace will be moderate. We will connect with the Three Amigos Trail that will take us across to the Bob Gnarly Trail down through Skull Canyon or the Bombs Voyage Trail that will run by the Muffins. To beat the heat, the hike will begin at the Horse Corrals/Stables Trailhead at 5:45 AM. RSVP required/Limit of 15 hikers. Coordinator- David Hardy  

Friday, July 22nd, Lee Peak O&B- Strenuous, 11 miles, 3850 FT elevation gain, peak altitude at 11,315 feet, Class 3, 7:30 AM- We'll meet at the Trail Canyon Trailhead and take it moderately slow up to the North Loop Trail saddle juncture. We'll pick up our pace from the M Tree over to Lee Peak. My goal is to reach the top by passing the traditional route involving a few switchbacks over a scree field. You'll find my effort will be a shorter climb with the same level of scree "intensity." Remember, we'll have the same great views that MT Charleston offers! Coordinator- John Hammel

Sunday, July 24th, Blue Diamond Ridges- This moderate early morning hike on the hill across from Red Rock Canyon will cover a distance up to 7 miles starting from the Cowboy Stables TH parking lot along Highway 159. How much the group does will be determined by the temperature increases during the morning. If it stays somewhat cool the destination will be the Las Vegas Overlook. All the uphill is with no sun. Rating should be moderate or a bit more. Participants will gather at Red Rock Casino and leave for the stables at 5:15 AM.  The coordinator will meet them at the stables for a 5:30 AM start to the hike. RSVP required/Limit of 15 hikers. Coordinator- David Hardy.

Tuesday, July 26th, South Loop Trail First Overlook- Moderate, 4.2  to 5.5 miles, 7:30 AM- A nice moderate workout requiring a moderate to fast pace up to the First Overlook. Possibly a side trip on the way back over to the Rainbow Community Overlook of the fire area. That would add another mile to a mile and a half to the hike. I’ll leave it open to a vote! Coordinator- John Hammel

Thursday, July 28th, Mummy's Toe O&B- Strenuous, 8 miles, 2500 FT elevation gain- This hike begins at the North Loop TH at 7 AM and continues to the Raintree. Here we take the trail over to Mummy Springs, then continue on up adding 1200 FT. of  elevation gain in a couple of miles. Lunch will be on top at 10,800 FT. with great views. The return will be the same way.  RSVP required/Limit of 15 hikers- Coordinator- David Hardy     Email- hardyhikers@embarqmail.com

Sunday, July 31st, Early Morning Gypsum Hill (Red Rock Hill) Loop- Moderate, 2.5 miles, 850 FT gain, 6 AM- We will hike to the top of a major hill just east of Blue Diamond. The hike goes up a steep trail on the west side which will keep us out of the sun until we reach near the top. From there it is not far to the peak where we will have a snack break and a 360 view. We will return on another route to make a loop. The main assembly point will be the gravel parking lot on Hwy. 159 at Arroyo which is the back entrance road to the community of Blue Diamond. Meet the coordinator there by 6 AM- Directions- Turn left onto Arroyo and our parking area is immediately on your right. RSVP required/Limit of 15-  Coordinator- David Hardy

June 2022 Hike List

 Thursday, June 2nd, Blue Diamond Canyon #1 Out & Back- Moderate, 4 miles, 800 FT gain, 5:45 AM- The summer heat is now here! So if you don't want to go all the way to the mountains, arise very early. We will begin by scrambling up the narrows and return the same way which will keep us in the shade the entire time. Trailhead- Meet by 5:45 at Hwy. 159/Arroyo St. which is the back way into Blue Diamond.  RSVP/Limit of 15-  Coordinator- David Hardy

Friday, June 3rd, Pahrump Overlook via Upper Bristlecone & Wallace Canyon Saddle- Strenuous, 6.5 miles, 2000 FT elevation gain- Meet up at the Upper Bristlecone Trailhead at the end of Lee Canyon Road/Ski Resort at 7:30 a.m. We’ll hike up via the Upper Bristlecone to No Name Trail, then onto the Wallace Canyon Trail, Saddle area. From there we hike the entire ridgeline over to the Pahrump Overlook. 360 degrees of desert views, including the Amargosa River Valley. We’ll descend via the connector trail back down to the No Name Trail Saddle, then take the Upper Bristlecone Trail back to our cars. RSVP required/Limit of 10 hikers- Coordinators- David Lavery and John Hammel

Monday, June 6th, First Overlook South Loop OB- Moderately strenuous, 6 miles, 1500 FT. gain, 7:30 AM- We begin at Echo Trail parking lot. Turn right off of Kyle Canyon Road as if going to Trail Canyon but then take the first left into the dirt lot for Echo. We hike over to the South Loop and with an easy pace make our way up several sections of steps, and up the switchbacks to the First Overlook. After our break, it’s back to the cars. Meet at the dirt lot at the bottom Kyle Canyon at 7:30AM for carpooling or at the Echo Trail dirt lot at 8:00. Coordinator- Lettie Gutierrez

Tuesday, June 7th, Big Falls & Mary Jane Falls/MT. Charleston- Moderate, 5.5 miles, approximate 900 feet elevation gain Twice! Once over to Big Falls and again up to Mary Jane Falls. Meet up at the Mary Jane Falls parking lot off Kyle Canyon Road/Echo Road by 7:30 a.m. Coordinator- John Hammel 

Friday, June 10th, Fletcher Peak via North Loop Trail- Moderately strenuous, 6.5 miles, elevation gain of 1850 FT, 7:30 a.m.- Meet up at the North Loop Trailhead off Deer Creek Road. We’ll hike up past the Meadows and up to the saddle, then head over in the direction of the Raintree, taking a left at the juncture over to Fletcher Peak. Coordinator- John Hammel 

Sunday, June 12th, Early morning Gypsum Hill (Red Rock Hill) Loop- Moderate, 2.5 miles, some 850 FT in elevation gain, 6 AM- We will hike to the top of a major hill just east of Blue Diamond. The trail goes steeply up on the west facing side which will keep us out of the sun until we reach the top. From there it is not far to the very top where we will have a snack break and a 360 view. This is only a 2.5-mile trek, but it's rated moderate due to change in elevation over the short distance. We will return on another connector trail to make a loop. The main assembly point will be the gravel parking lot on Hwy.159/Arroyo Street which is the back entrance road to the community of Blue Diamond. Meet the coordinator there by 6 AM. Directions- Turn left onto Arroyo and on the right is the parking area. RSVP required-/Limit of 15 hikers- Coordinator- David Hardy

Tuesday, June 14th, Rabbit Hole/Fletcher Canyon & Beyond- Moderate, 6 miles, 900 FT of gain. Meet up at the Fletcher Canyon parking area off Kyle Canyon Road at 7:30 a.m. This will be an up and back hike on the same trail/road. We’ll go through/past the Rabbit Hole and continue up the wash for a mile or so and back out the same way in. Coordinator- John Hammel

Wednesday, June 15th, Cathedral Rock OB- Moderate, 5 miles, 1000 FT, 7:30 AM- The hike begins at the Echo dirt parking lot. We hike over to the Cathedral Rock trail and hike up through the Aspen and avalanche area as we ascend. We will go to the manhole cover then return to climb up Cathedral Rock where we take our break. Meet at the dirt lot at the bottom of Kyle Canyon at 7:30 AM. Coordinator- Lettie Gutierrez

Thursday, June 16th, Blue Diamond Canyon 4B O&B- Moderate- Avoiding the heat of the day will be one of the main objectives for this hike in the Blue Diamond Hill. It's not a long hike at around 4 miles, but it does involve a considerable amount of scrambling in the upper section. There is a good chance of seeing owls in there too. Most of the canyon will be shaded that morning. The main assembly point will be the park parking area on the left side of the entrance road into the community of Blue Diamond just past the wash bridge. Starting time- 5:45 AM. RSVP required/Limit of 15- Coordinator- David Hardy.

Friday, June 17th, Trail Canyon Trail to Big Falls Overlook/North Loop/MT. Charleston- Moderately strenuous, 8.5 miles, 3000 FT of elevation gain. Meet up at the Trail Canyon parking lot off Echo Road at 7:30 a.m. We’ll head up to the TCT Junction, then turn left onto the North Loop Trail, go past the M Tree, then pass The Cliffs to reach the landmark. Here we'll take a break and enjoy the day. Then it's back down the way we came. Coordinator- John Hammel 

Sunday, June 19th, Blue Diamond Ridges- Moderate to moderately strenuous given the distance, terrain, and weather. This early morning hike on the hill across from Red Rock Canyon will cover a distance of 6 to 7 miles starting from the Cowboy Stables Trailhead parking lot along Highway 159. How much the group does will be determined by the temperature increases. If it stays somewhat cool the destination will be the Las Vegas Overlook. All the uphill is hiked in the shade! Participants will gather at Red Rock Casino and leave for the stables at 5:15 AM. The coordinator will meet them at the trailhead for a 5:30 AM start to the hike. RSVP required/Limit of 15 hikers- Coordinator- David Hardy.

Tuesday, June 21st, Wild Horse Canyon/Raintree/Mummy Springs Loop- Strenuous, 5.5 miles,1600 feet elevation gain- We’ll hike up Wild Horse Canyon to the North Loop Meadow.  We'll then visit Winter Peak and then head down and over to the Raintree and finally over to Mummy Springs before heading down past the Deer Springs picnic area. Trailhead- Deer Creek Road picnic area parking lot. Step off at 7:30 AM- Coordinator- John Hammel 

Wednesday, June 22nd, Lower Bristlecone to Bonanza Junction OB- Moderate, 6 miles, 900 FT, 7:00 AM- Carpoolers meet at the dirt lot on Kyle Canyon at 7:00 AM or you can meet at Lower Bristlecone dirt lot at 7:45. This hike uses a forest road with gentle switchbacks to get to the Bonanza junction. After a break, it’s back to the cars. Coordinator- Lettie Gutierrez

Friday, June 24th, Upper Bristlecone to McFarland Approach/Lee Canyon- Moderately strenuous- Meet up at 7:30 a.m. We’ll begin at the Upper Bristlecone Trail to the No Name juncture with the Bonanza Trail, making a left onto it. We’ll continue up, down, and over for a while. Eventually we come to our landmark destination, the large Wood Shelter near the Yellow Flower Saddle at the start of the approach area to McFarland Peak. Here we'll break for a while, enjoy the day. Moderately strenuous, 9 miles, 2200 FT elevation gain. Meet up at the Upper Bristlecone parking lot/ski area off of Lee Canyon Road. Coordinator- John Hammel 

Monday, June 27th, Upper Bristlecone/No Name/Bonanza Balloon- Moderately strenuous, 6 miles,1200 FT, 7:00 AM- Scenic trails through the Bristlecone and Aspen trees plus a great workout, makes this a great hike. We begin at the upper parking lot at Lee Canyon Ski Resort. My pace will be accommodating. Carpoolers should meet at the dirt lot at the bottom of Kyle Canyon at 7:00 AM or at the trailhead at 7:45 AM. Coordinator- Lettie Gutierrez

Wednesday, June 29, Trail Canyon/North Loop OB- Moderately strenuous, 5 miles, 1600 FT, 7:00 AM- We begin on Trail Canyon which is a challenging trail that gains 1400 feet in 2 miles. But it is all trail and my pace will be accommodating. After we regroup at the saddle, we proceed on the North Loop Trail as if going to Raintree. We take our break at an Overlook where the views are nice. Meet at the dirt lot on Kyle Canyon at 7:00 AM. Coordinator- Lettie Gutierrez

Thursday, June 30th, Blue Diamond Canyon 5B- If you don’t want to drive up to the mountains and fight the crowds, let’s meet at the Wheeler Spring parking lot just above Blue Diamond for a hike up the low end of the Goatroper Trail for about half a mile which will drop into Canyon #5. We will branch off into the left fork (#5B) and continue to the upper end. We will return the same way to enjoy as much shade as possible. Much of the route is moderate hiking that requires some 2.5 hours to cover the 4 miles with little elevation gain. Some scrambling. It is going to get hot so meet at 5:45 AM. If coming from Red Rock, this parking lot is on the right just after a large brown sign to not feed the burros. If from the opposite way, it is on the left just after where the mine road goes up BD Hill. RSVP required with a limit of 15 hikers and friends- Coordinator- David Hardy

May 2022 Hike List

Sunday, May 1st, Blue Diamond Tertiary Ridge- Moderate- This 6.5 mile moderate loop hike begins in the community of Blue Diamond. The group will make their way up the Tertiary Ridge behind the community following a trail along the top that leads toward Bonnie Springs.  After dropping back to the valley floor near the western end of the ridge the route loops to the north and returns to Blue Diamond. Red Rock Casino will be used for the early meeting point with a departure at 7:35 AM, and those participants should proceed to Blue Diamond. After crossing the wash bridge on the main entrance to the community, there is parking on the left at the county park just after the first houses. The coordinator will be at that location. South side participants may drive directly to Blue Diamond. The hike will begin at 8:00 AM. RSVP/Limit of 15 hikers- Coordinator- David Hardy 

Monday, May 2nd, Twilight Zone Ridge Exploration- Moderately strenuous, 6-7 miles, 1100 FT. of gain, 8:00 AM- Hike begins at the Twilight Zone dirt lot on Kyle Canyon. We use the Twilight Zone Trail to get to the Burro Trail that ascends up. The exploration of the ridge begins somewhere along this trail. Be prepared for rocky limestone hiking as we try to cross this ridge and then descend down the east side. Meet at the dirt lot at the bottom of Kyle Canyon Road at 8:00 AM. Coordinator- Lettie Gutierrez

Tuesday, May 3rd, Orange Trail/Catch Pen Loop- Moderate, 8.5 miles, 1800 FT. gain, Class 1, 8:00 AM- Meet at the Stepladder TH/Traffic Circle TH parking lot across from the visitors center, a right hand turn off of this traffic circle on Kyle Canyon Road. We’ll make our initial meet-up in this lot and then drive/carpool over to the trailhead off of Deer Creek Road about 1/3 of a mile before the Desert View Overlook. Coordinator- John Hammel

Wednesday, May 4th, Upper Showgirl OB- Moderate, 5 miles, 600 FT. gain, 8:00 AM- We use the Juniper Trail parking lot off of Deer Creek Hwy as the start of the hike. About 4.6 miles up Deer Creek is the right turn for Hilltop Campground. Turn right and stay to the right of the fork to find this dirt lot with a bathroom. This trail meanders through Mahogany, Pinion Pine, and Ponderosa pine habitats. Meet at the dirt lot at the bottom of Kyle Canyon Road by 8:00. Coordinator  Lettie Gutierrez

Wednesday, May 4th, AtBF Meeting/REI- We return to our regular meetings in Boca Park at 7:00 PM in the community room at the back of the store. John Ward- Club President-

Thursday, May 5th, Icebox Canyon/Red Rock Canyon- Moderate, 4 miles with trail for first half then scrambling up to Class 2 for the last part. This is a deep canyon that is similar to what you find in Zion N.P. It is shady once in the canyon. Meet at the Icebox Canyon Trailhead parking at 7:30 AM. That is early but the small amount of parking there will fill up fast. RSVP required/Limit of 12 hikers- Coordinator- David Hardy

Friday, May 6th, Trail Canyon Trail to the Junction/Saddle/North Loop/Mt. Charleston- Moderately strenuous, 4.2 miles, 1570 feet of elevation gain, 8 AM- Meet up at the Trail Canyon parking lot at 8 a.m. off of Kyle Canyon Road, past the fire station, stay right onto Echo Road. The Trail Canyon parking lot will be the big lot on the left with the bathrooms. We may have some snow drifts to deal with. Coordinator- John Hammel- 

Sunday, May 8th, Goatroper to Canyon 5B- Moderate, 5 miles, 500 FT elevation gain, 7:30 AM- This early morning hike begins across from Wheeler Spring parking where we pick up the lower end of the Goatroper Trail. After about 2 or 3 miles, we drop into the upper end of Canyon 5B. The hike takes us through a mostly narrow and shaded canyon back to the cars. We meet at Wheeler Spring parking off of 159. DIRECTIONS- If coming from Red Rock Canyon, this parking lot is on the right just after a large brown sign that says it's "fine" to feed the burros. If from the opposite way, it is on the left just after where the mine road goes up BD Hill. Time- Step off at 7:30 AM. RSVP required with a limit of 15 hikers- Coordinator- David  Hardy-  Email address- hardyhikers@embarqmail.com   Note – weather could result in a time change. Check website.

Monday, May 9th, First Overlook South Loop From Echo Trail OB- Moderately strenuous, 5 miles, 1700 FT. gain, 8:00 AM- We begin at the Echo dirt lot just past the right turn you take to Trail Canyon. We hike over to the South Loop and with an easy pace make our way up several sections of steps, and up the switchbacks to the First Overlook. After our break, it’s back to the cars. Meet at the dirt lot at the bottom of Kyle Canyon Road at 8:00 AM. Coordinator- Lettie Gutierrez

Tuesday, May 10th, South Loop to Second Overlook/MT. Charleston- Moderate to strenuous, 5.5 miles,1600 FT elevation gain, 8 AM- Meet up at the Cathedral Rock/South Loop parking lot, Kyle Canyon Road, at 8 a.m. We’ll take a nice moderate pace as we acclimate to the higher elevation(s). We may have to trek over some melting, dirty drifted piles of the last remnants of our winter up in the mountains. Coordinator- John Hammel

Wednesday, May 11th, Eagle’s Nest/Fletcher Canyon- Moderate, 6 miles, 1100 FT. gain, 8:00 AM- The hike begins at the Fletcher Canyon Trailhead on Kyle Canyon Road. We will do the Eagle’s Nest Loop first and then continue up Fletcher Canyon to Obstacle Rock where we will take our break. This scenic canyon is a favorite hike for many members. Meet at the dirt lot at the bottom of Kyle Canyon Road by 8:00 AM. Coordinator- Lettie Gutierrez

Thursday, May 12th, Spring Mountain Ranch Overlook- Moderately strenuous, 8 miles, 1200 FT gain, 7 AM- We drive up 160 just beyond Mountain Springs Summit and fire station where we take a road to the right. If we have 4x4's we can go about a half mile more. Following a trail about 4 miles takes us to the overlook. We return the same way. We will have a lunch break of 30-40 minutes. Meet the coordinator at the gas station on 160 and 159 at 7 AM. RSVP required/Limit of 15- Coordinator- David Hardy  Email address- hardyhikers@embarqmail.com  Note- Weather could change time or hike. Check the website- 

Friday, May 13th, Lower Bristlecone Trail to Bonanza Trail Junction/Lee Canyon- Easy to moderate, 6.3 miles, 930 FT elevation gain, 8 AM- Meet up at the Lower Bristlecone parking area off Lee Canyon Road at 8 a.m. This will be an up and back hike on the same trail/road. Coordinator- John Hammel

Sunday, May 15th, Boneshaker Loop- Moderate, 5-6 miles, 1200 FT gain, 7:30 AM- This hike starts out going up the Boneshaker Trail. As this levels out the pace will be moderate. We will connect with the Three Amigos Trail that will take us across to the Bob Gnarly Trail down the canyon or the Bombs Voyage Trail that will run by the Muffins. We will begin at the Horse Stables/Corrals at 7:30 AM where you will meet the coordinator. Weather could change our meeting time. RSVP required- Limit of 12 hikers- Coordinator- David Hardy  Email address- hardyhikers@embarqmail.com

Monday, May 16th, Cockscomb Ridge- Moderately strenuous, 5.5 miles, 1800 FT. gain, 8:00 AM- We will use Trail Canyon to get to this scenic ridge with views of Mount Charleston and lots of Bristlecone trees. My pacing up Trail Canyon will be 1.5 mph. After we regroup at the saddle, we turn right to hike the ridge to the base of Cockscomb Peak. There is some exposure along one section of the spine on the ridge. Meet at the dirt lot at the bottom of Kyle Canyon Road by 8:00 AM. Coordinator- Lettie Gutierrez

Tuesday, May 17th, North Loop Trail to Raintree/MT Charleston- Moderate to strenuous, 5.5 miles, 1600 FT elevation gain, 8 AM-  Meet up at the North Loop Trail parking lot off Deer Creek Road at 8 a.m. We’ll hike past the Meadows up to the main saddle with spectacular views of Mummy’s Toe, Fletcher Peak, et al. We’ll continue over to Raintree and back out the same route. Coordinator- John Hammel 

Wednesday, May 18th, Wild Horse Canyon/Ridge/Deer Creek- Moderate, 4 - 5 miles, 700 FT. gain, 8:00 AM- We begin at the Deer Creek picnic parking area and make our way over to Wild Horse Canyon. This scenic canyon offers shade and diversity of flora and is a steady climb up to Cactus Jack. We traverse this trail over to the ridge where views make it an ideal break spot. As we continue along the ridge, the views, Bristlecone trees and hopefully flowers will provide plenty of scenery. We use Cougar Ridge Road to take us to Deer Creek Trail and to an old shelter. Then it’s back down Deer Creek to the cars. Meet at the dirt lot at the bottom of Kyle Canyon by 8:00. Coordinator- Lettie Gutierrez

Friday, May 20th, Mummy Springs/Mt. Charleston- Trailhead- Deer Creek Picnic parking area- Strenuous,5.5 miles, 1700 FT elevation gain, 8 AM- We’ll meet at the Deer Creek picnic area parking lot off of Deer Creek Road. We’ll hike past the picnic area and up the dirt road to the Deer Creek Trail to Mummy’s Tummy Trail and take a left over to the Springs. From there we'll hike over to Raintree and down to the North Loop Meadow, then down to Wild Horse Canyon and back to the picnic area parking lot. Coordinator- John Hammel 

Friday through Sunday, May 20th to 22nd, Hackberry Creek Backpack Excursion- Moderate- The route follows the creek so there's an easy elevation gain, about 5 miles to hike to the camp area for 2 nights with extended day hikes. Near Kanab Utah- Besides the creek, the terrain features also include a slot canyon, open area which becomes a narrows, colorful sandstone formations, and lots of cottonwood trees. This is some of Utah’s great scenery. Water needs to be purified for drinking. The drive over is about 4.5 hours which includes 14 miles of good dirt road. Requires wading! RSVP required/Limit of 12- Coordinator- David Hardy  

Email address- hardyhikers@embarqmail.com

Monday, May 23rd, Stanley B Saddle- Moderately strenuous, 4 miles, 1800 FT. gain, 8:00 AM- The trailhead is now a paved lot past Fletcher Canyon but before the fire station on the right side of Kyle Canyon Road. This hike begins in a dry creek area, transitions to Mountain Mahogany area, hikes past the mine and climbs steadily up to the saddle. Use of hands are required to climb up several limestone dry falls and then there is a steep scree field to get to the saddle. Meet at the dirt lot at the bottom of Kyle Canyon Road at 8:00 AM. Coordinator- Lettie Gutierrez

Thursday, May 26th, Red Spring and Beyond Lizard Hike- Moderate, 5 miles, elevation gain of 600 FT plus a bit of scrambling, 6 AM- Our trail goes through good lizard habitats and with the warmer weather we should see some big juicy ones. Meet the coordinator at Red Spring Trailhead/Calico Basin by 6 AM. RSVP with a limit of 12- Coordinator- David Hardy   

Email address- hardyhikers@embarqmail. com

Friday, May 27th, Upper Bristlecone/No Name Loop/Lee Canyon- Moderate to strenuous, 6 miles, 1200 FT elevation gain, 8 AM-  We’ll begin at the Upper Bristlecone Trail making our way over to the No Name Juncture where we make a left. We’ll continue up and over to the Bonanza Trail Junction/Switchbacks to intersect the other section of the Upper Bristlecone back to the cars. Meet up by 8 AM at the Upper Bristlecone Trailhead parking lot/ski area off of Lee Canyon Road. Coordinator- John Hammel

Sunday, May 29th, Ash Canyon Meadow- Easy, 4 miles, 200 FT elevation gain, 6 AM- This early morning hike will begin near Red Spring and will travel through red rock formations as well as ash and cottonwood trees. Meet the coordinator at the Red Spring parking lot at 6 AM; those coming from Red Rock Casino should start for the trailhead about 15 minutes earlier. RSVP required/Limit of 12- Coordinator- David Hardy   Email address- hardyhikers@embarqmail.com   

Monday, May 30th, Trail Canyon- Moderately strenuous, 4 miles, 1574 FT elevation gain, 8:00 AM-  Meet at the trailhead at 8am. Pace will be moderate with a break at the saddle and then we return to the cars. Coordinators- Kay Taylor/Lettie Gutierrez

Tuesday, May 31st, Griffith Peak via South Loop Trail/Preparation for MT Charleston- Moderate to strenuous, 9.7 miles, 3350 FT elevation gain, altitude training, just under 6 hours of hiking- Meet up at the South Loop/Cathedral Rock Trailhead parking lot off of Kyle Canyon Road by 8 AM. This trail climbs the south side of Kyle Canyon to the saddle/crest. We then turn left to gain the peak, a steep final ascent with spectacular views at the summit and over to MT Charleston. Coordinator- John Hammel