San Gorgonio Hike via Vivian Creek in Fall

I don’t know how many times I’ve bagged San Gorgonio Peak so far. I’ve lost count. But I’ve been away so long that I even forgot a few turnoffs on Vivian Creek Trail. Honestly though it was just great to be back out there again! Again, the view of San Jacinto Mountain was so majestic!

Gathering at Placerita Canyon Hiking Trailhead for Zion National Park Flash Flood Victims

It was a seriously hot day, hovering 104F degrees in Valencia. The weather gets at least 10-15 degrees hotter there than the towns by the ocean. But it didn’t stop VHC hikers from gathering for a cause. People got together at the Placerita Canyon Hiking Trailhead to pay respect for those who fell victim in the flash flooding in Zion National Park.

San Gorgonio Hike via Vivian Creek

San Gorgonio (11,503 feet) hike via Vivian Creek. What a great hike it was! The full moon eclipsing at 6 am was just the beginning! The temperature was perfect and it was a great 5,700 feet elevation gain endurance and cardio workout!