I have started to compile a list of good places to take the Scout troop backpacking in the local backcountry. San Diego is challenging to find good weekend or multi-day hikes because of the water situation and lack of long trails. The PCT is one obvious option, but for young scouts it is too much; it is also logistically challenging. We have had good trips in the Cuyamacas going to Granite Springs and Arroyo Seco. But I want to find some other options.
My first recon hike was the PCT between Boulder Oaks campground and Cibbets Flats campground. It turns out be 7.5 miles each way with a 1300' elevation gain. Pretty good for experienced scouts. One option for beginners would be to start the junction with Kitchen Creek Road about halfway. The trail is in good shape. There is little shade so in hot weather is quite miserable. Water is only found reliably at the endpoints. Although Kitchen Creek had some tepid pools, they are difficult to reach and for survival purposes only.
Full intel on my hike can be found at Trimble Outdoors here.
My first recon hike was the PCT between Boulder Oaks campground and Cibbets Flats campground. It turns out be 7.5 miles each way with a 1300' elevation gain. Pretty good for experienced scouts. One option for beginners would be to start the junction with Kitchen Creek Road about halfway. The trail is in good shape. There is little shade so in hot weather is quite miserable. Water is only found reliably at the endpoints. Although Kitchen Creek had some tepid pools, they are difficult to reach and for survival purposes only.
Full intel on my hike can be found at Trimble Outdoors here.
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