For a troop 774 beginner backpack, we headed to do the PCT section up to Eagle Rock near Warner Springs.
On Saturday morning, we parked the cars at Barrel Springs. While we waited for everyone to arrive, we checked out the spring and trough which had plenty of water. There were a few hikers there; they certainly wouldn't be last we would come across. After lunch and some training on gear and maps, we headed out northbound on the PCT. It was about 4 rolling miles to our camp at San Ysidro creek. We were the first ones there but by nightfall another troop camped upstream and several thru hikers had found spots as well. There were probably 40 plus folks along the creek! The scouts setup tents and started exploring the local creek and rocks. In the afternoon, we took the 2 mile walk out to Eagle Rock and back.
The next morning was slow getting up and going but the hike went quick. We got to the cars, unloaded gear and drove home. Overall, it was a bit hot but a great trip to get the new scouts into backpacking.
On Saturday morning, we parked the cars at Barrel Springs. While we waited for everyone to arrive, we checked out the spring and trough which had plenty of water. There were a few hikers there; they certainly wouldn't be last we would come across. After lunch and some training on gear and maps, we headed out northbound on the PCT. It was about 4 rolling miles to our camp at San Ysidro creek. We were the first ones there but by nightfall another troop camped upstream and several thru hikers had found spots as well. There were probably 40 plus folks along the creek! The scouts setup tents and started exploring the local creek and rocks. In the afternoon, we took the 2 mile walk out to Eagle Rock and back.
The next morning was slow getting up and going but the hike went quick. We got to the cars, unloaded gear and drove home. Overall, it was a bit hot but a great trip to get the new scouts into backpacking.
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| Barrel Springs trailhead |
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| Along the PCT |
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| Great views |
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| To Eagle Rock |
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| Eagle Rock |
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| Cowboy camping |
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