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Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
03/29/2022
The hike begins at the forest road signage.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
03/29/2022
Suitable for capable off road vehicles, the first portion of the hike traces a double track route through the forest.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
03/29/2022
At a fork about .75 miles into the route, the hike makes a sharp left and immediately begins climbing the steep exposed hillside.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
03/29/2022
Slick rock seems to slide back down with up uphill step.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
03/29/2022
As you gain in elevation, views of the surrounding mountains and forest open up.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
03/29/2022
View from the "P".
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
03/29/2022
The town of Portola views from the high point of the hike.