Cucamonga Peak
Cappie’s Scoop: It has to be said that this is THE rockiest trail I’ve ever hiked, period. But I keep coming back for the pine cones and the cold Icehouse Creek that runs through the canyon. It feels so good to soak my paws in…
Mt. San Antonio aka Mt. Baldy
Cappie’s Scoop: The first time I climbed this beast, I threw up my treats. So furiends, make sure you don’t eat too much on the way up to the peak! The second time, I did much better and made sure to have my victory treats…
Mt. Wilson Peak Loop w/Sturtevant Falls [ROAD TO TRAILHEAD STILL CLOSED AS OF MAY 2023]
Cappie’s Scoop: This is a long hike furiends so get here early! Plus if you do, you may have some uncrowded fun time at the waterfall! This is our first stop on our big loop hike. Over a bridge, through the woods, and a few…
Sitton Peak
Cappie’s Scoop: One of my favorite hikes! The trail starts next to the candy store … ahhh the candy store where they have ice cream! The 3,273 ft peak has 360 views of the Santa Ana Mountains, San Diego County, Orange County, and Catalina…
MTRP – 5 Peak Challenge
Cappie’s Scoop: Mom and I were training for my first long backpacking trip and she thought it was a good idea for us to do this hike. Five peaks in one day! As you can see from the pictures, I start out smiling, but…
Brainerd Lake-Finger Lake via Big Pine Creek South Fork Trail
Cappie’s Scoop: What an adventure! Water crossings, fall crunchy leaves, snow, lakes, big rocks to jump on, temperature in the low 20s and an upset belly in the middle of the night. I put on my green backpack and it all begin with a…
San Bernardino Peak
Cappie’s Scoop: This is one of the longest hikes I’ve done in a day! It was so long, the next time we did it, we backpacked. Check out our other post on San Bernardino Peak Backpack! Mom and I came on a Friday and…