This blog will detail 1,000 video hikes in Southern California. By Southern California, I am drawing a line from San Luis Obispo to the Nevada Border. Anything south of that line will be declared "Southern California". In a way, it is a personal challenge to do so many hikes. Mainly, however, it is my way of showcasing how many hiking opportunities there really are right in our own geographic back yard. As a blog, it serves as a companion piece to my Youtube channel "Mike On The Trail". It is also a work in progress, as I don't actually have 1,000 edited videos completed. This will take effort for quite some time before it is declared done. Even then, there will still be more out there. Here's to hiking and all the positive effects it has had on my life...and possibly yours!
The hike begins at a prominent trailhead sign down the road from a shooting range. There is a moderate sized parking area at the trailhead. Fortunately, the trail bypasses the shooting range and passes through the boulder filled hills. It is easy to get off track and wind up taking the wrong path at times. In some cases, your best judgement comes in play. The main pathway will continue through the canyon and around some boulder filled slopes. It reaches a small pass with distant views to the north.
View of The Pinnacles
A slight downhill walking begins here. This is where The Pinnacles comes in view. The prominent boulder filled peak ahead is the destination. The trail leads to its base, where a use trail continues up its slope. The peak trail is rocky and steep, but it is a short climb. It is also a ducked trail, which helps quite a bit. Boulders sit on top. A few good moves will get you standing on the top boulder and claiming the peak. Great views in all directions!
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