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!
Saturday, May 21, 2022
#118 Old Mount Baldy Rd
The old road has been in disrepair for over 70 years.
Summary Located about halfway up San Antonio Canyon, Old Mount Baldy Road is accessible from the Barrett-Stoddard Road exit from Mt Baldy Road. A small parking lot gives hikers quick access. To the tight of the parking area is the dilapidated remains of Old Mount Baldy Road.
Some of the classic guardrail posts still stand.
It hasn't been maintained for over 70 years and it looks like something out of a disaster movie. Meanwhile, the Canyon is heavily shaded. The darkly lit passageway through the canyon has a creepy feel. You never know what might jump out from behind a pile of debris!
Nature is reclaiming the road.
Some sections of pavement remains n, but for the most part the hike in s on dirt or gravel, while continuing at a slight downhill angle. Shortly after passing the Sierra Powerhouse (an operating power station), the trail narrows quite s bit in the canyon grasses.
The road continues down the canyon.
If the plan is to reach Mount Baldy Road further down, this route will get you there, but probably with a fair amount if bushwhacking. Instead, I turned around and headed back, while admiring the creek in a few sports. There is s small waterfall to visit below the road as well, which adds some site interest to the hiking experience.
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