Henninger Flats - LA Trail Hikers

TRAIL NAME: Eaton Canyon Nature Center Parking Lot to Henninger Flats

HIKE DATE: Saturday, May 18, 2019

MEETING TIME: 7:45 am – 8:00 am
(We’ll wait 15 mins and leave the trail head at 8:00 am, please be there before)
Return Approx: 11:30 am

HIKE LEAD: Carol Martinez

HIKE LEVEL: Level 6 – (Constant uphill gain along long-set switchbacks – NOT for Beginners)

WHAT IS A HIKING LEVEL?:
Find out more about hiking levels here:
http://latrailhikers.com/about/hike-levels/

HIKE RSVP:
https://www.facebook.com/latrailhikers/events

HIKE LENGTH: 7 Miles (Round trip)

HIKE DURATION: 3.5 Hours (approx)

MEETING POINT:
Eaton Canyon Park & Nature Center (End of Parking Lot)
1750 N Altadena Dr.
Pasadena, CA 91107

DIRECT LINK: https://goo.gl/maps/Dz2heSAbadP2

PARKING: Free inside the Eaton Canyon Park and Nature Center area parking lot. Should the lot be full, you can go into the parking overflow area that is linked from the main parking lot.

ELEVATION GAIN: 1400 ft

TRAIL WALKTHROUGH: We start at the Eaton Canyon Nature Center parking lot. From the parking lot we head north on the Eaton Trail. For the first mile and 1/2, we trek along a wide trail with limited shade provided. This part of the hike is quite leveled and is good for a warm up. Then we will reach the bridge area where we will take an upward u-turn on to the Mount Wilson Toll Road trail. Keep in mind that this trail section and on have no major shaded areas. We will take water breaks along the way and also take pictures. The scenery is nice especially when you reach the Henninger Flat area, where there you’ll notice a Nature Center, a picnic area, and public campground set amid trees. We will take a snack break at the flats and also take the time to enjoy the breathtaking view from this point. We’ll return back down using the same trail back.

WATER REQUIRED. WATER CHECK WILL BE PERFORMED. If you do not take enough water or are not appropriately equipped for this hike, you will be turned away from doing this hike with us even if you show up. Please note, that we have expectations for Level 6 hikers. Read all the details.

REQUIREMENTS: WATER (at least 2 to 3 liters). Bring a snack (fruits, nuts, granola bars, etc.) to have at the top during our break.

RECOMMENDED: Hiking/Cross-trainers/All-terrain walking Shoes, Sun Visor or Hat, Sun Screen, a snack, and walking pole.

DOG-FRIENDLY?: Yes. Dogs must be on a leash, have hiking experience, and must be friendly with other dogs and hikers. You must pick up after your pet.

INFORMATIVE LINKS:

HOW DO I PARTICIPATE WITH THE GROUP ON THIS HIKE?
1. Read the Hike’s Details we link at the very top of this page.
2. Make sure that the Hike Level accommodates your hiking experience.
3. If, and only if it suits you, then RSVP for this event and show up the day of the hike with all necessary gear and water (we mention everything you need on the details page for this hike).

MY FRIEND SAID I CAN DO THIS HIKE, I SHOULD BE ABLE TO DO IT, RIGHT?
We take your safety quite seriously, and would not like for you to attend a hike you’re not ready for. You know your body and hiking experience better than your friends. Whether you are a first-timer or an experienced hiker, please read our hike details page as the hike may not suit your experience level. We have a better experience if every hike has hikers of the intended level.

DISCLAIMER: LA Trail Hikers and its Leads/Organizers/Participants do not take responsibility for any harm, bodily injury, accidents, or damage to personal property. By clicking “Attending,” or attending the hike, you confirming that you understand that all outdoor activity such as hiking, backpacking, and trekking have an associated danger, and will not hold any hike lead/organizer, participant, LA Trail Hikers, or any group associated pet responsible for any hazard to your well being. Additionally, you will not be allowed to participate with the group if you are not adequately prepared with enough water and the right gear/equipment/nutrition essential to complete the hike. You are fully responsible for yourself.