#157 Clevenger Canyon North

Heading toward the high points.

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Parking coordinates: 33.08921°N, -116.90107°W.

Summary

While visiting Clevenger Canyon South in the beginning of the year, I returned at the end of the year to visit Clevenger Canyon North. The trail drops down from the road and crosses a creek before beginning the climb.  Once leaving the creek, there is no shade the rest of the way.  It doesn't take long for canyon views to catch your eye. 

Canyon views.

The climb is gradual as it reaches toward the high points in the first two miles.  I visited Clevenger Canyon North Viewpoint first.  Since Peak 1820 was conveniently close, I made sure to add it to the hike. 

A rocky viewpoint near the North Viewpoint.

There was no true use trail that I could find that led to the summit, so I made my way off-trail via the route of least resistance.  This would be my turnaround point.  There are more high points to visit further up, but I wasn't sure if trails led all the way up. 

Gazing at Peak 1820 from the North Viewpoint.

Instead of being curious like I usually am, I felt content with the double peak visit and headed back down.  The visit is short enough to combine with the Clevenger Canyon South hike, but being that I am a Southern Californian, I was content to give each hike their own day.

On the summit of Peak 1820.

An interesting formation along the trail.

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