Icehouse Canyon to Cucamonga Peak in Snow. but like I said ,this is a proper peak! Upon obtaining the trail, I then proceeded to Cucamonga Peak. Upon reaching the saddle, deep into the Cucamonga Wilderness*, hikers have several options to continue onto either Ontario Peak, Bighorn Peak, or Cucamonga Peak. I launched this blog to inspire readers to get outside and explore. You’ll see the parking lot for Icehouse Canyon on the right leg of the fork. This is my third “bottle” out of the six pack – the … Photos. Once you see the views of the Inland Empire, head left towards the highest ground to reach the official summit. To get to Cucamonga Peak you start at the Icehouse Canyon trailhead, near Mt. To the southeast is a trail to Cucamonga Peak (2.4 miles). I did start/finish the same route from the Icehouse Canyon Trail. Take the Cucamonga Peak trail. For others, higher summits await. Cucamonga Peak via the Icehouse Canyon Trail is a 12 mile out-and-back hike that gains 4,339ft with a max elevation of 8,858ft. In fact my next hike in that area, sometime next week, I plan to start off at Icehouse Canyon and then hit the Chapman trail to the saddle and back. → Backpacking… Parking fills up quickly. As you continue to gain in elevation, you get glimpses of the Inland Empire to the south. Baldy Road and Mt. The are a few parts of the main trail that get intersected by feeder streams. Baldy Village for around 1.5 miles until you reach a fork. To the west, you can sometimes see out to the Pacific Ocean and Catalina Island. Most hiking guides rate it as a strenuous or difficult hike. Icehouse Saddle makes a good place to rest before the second half of this hike. This is also where the trail becomes quite rocky, so make sure to wear proper footwear. This challenge includes some of the highest peaks in Southern California. A Forest Service trail (7W07) leads from here to Icehouse Saddle, from which the Cucamonga Peak Trail (7W04) leads to the summit. Heavy rain can move these granite slabs around pretty quickly. National Forest Adventure Pass is required for parking at the trailhead. Remember to stay right when the trail splits from Icehouse Saddle. If you love climbing, Icehouse Canyon to Cucamonga Peak Trail is a perfect hike for you that offers amazing views of the LA sprawl and surrounding peaks. Started in Ice House Canyon and did a round trip of just over 13 miles. You want to look for the Cucamonga Peak Trail #7W04 signage. Hiking Cucamonga Peak Via Icehouse Canyon. I met new people during our hike, and I look forward to join with them. The mountain is accessible all year, although the hiking season is typically between May/June Oct/November. Should I get a different gps device? It was our first Mountain Peak hike. Continue past Mt. If you try to hike this trail in standard running shoes, your feet will take a pounding. It’s pretty easy to follow, but make sure to pay attention. 0.0 Miles (5105ft)- At the Icehouse Canyon trailhead, you’ll find a restroom with pit toilets and trashcans. First Hike: 10-12-2011. You’ll be treated to some pretty nice views of Mt. Two years ago on a beautiful winter day, a ten month old Callie and I shared an amazing experience on the trail. A permit is only required for entering the wilderness within San Bernardino National Forest. For many hikers, this is the final destination for their outing. This spring is seasonal, so make sure to check ahead and don’t plan on there being water here without confirmation. From this Saddle, you’ll see a use trail behind you that heads to Bighorn Peak. They can be obtained at a brown box at the trailhead (Icehouse Canyon RD. Hike to the right. Continue heading straight away towards a rectangular placard to reach the Cucamonga Peak Trail. In this guide, I will include directions, maps, a GPS Track, photos, and a detailed hike description. Let me know if anyone else has official tracked it, as I have spoken to other hikers who have agreed that this hike felt longer than their usual 12 mile hike. Having done this hike at … On a hot summer day, I would opt to hike a different trail. There are five separate trails that intersect at Icehouse Saddle, so make sure you find the right trail before moving on. Elevations: The trailhead at Icehouse Canyon is 4900' (according to the Tom Harrison map) and Cucamonga Peak is 8859', a net gain of 3959'. Stay straight ahead to continue on the main trail. Many visit just to picnic alongside these waters. Brief summery. Take a close look at your GPS track and you might find a lot of “hunting” that doesn’t track your exact route. The round trip is 14 miles (23 km) long with an elevation gain of 4,300 feet (1,300 m). It was a great day! Learn how your comment data is processed. If you’re not afraid of heights and don’t get vertigo, the make for pretty stunning photographs. 1. My phone read that this was 8.85 miles on the way back down, making this a 17.7 mile hike. Head back down to wear you first enjoyed your summit views and you’ll see two large boulders overlooking the Inland Empire below. From Icehouse Saddle, look for a sign post nailed to a tree. Make sure to have a Adventure Pass displayed. Keep an open eye open for a wooden post. If you’ve never been at this trail head, located in the San Gabriel Mountains, you must go. © 2014-2020 - Trailtopeak.com - All Rights Reserved. Ice House Canyon Trail — Ontario Peak Trail. You’ll see a sign on your left with rules and regulations for the wilderness area. The hike up until this point was covered in copious shade and tree coverage. After leaving the spring behind, the trail turns into a series of switchbacks. 5.2 Miles (8224ft)- You’ll see a block off use trail here. I just hike this weekend, and my gps also said 17.80 miles. The weather is nice during our hike, I would say the trails is quite hard however, it is worth it when you arrived at the final destination. You will find an abandoned old mine shaft 4.5 miles in on the trail. For many hikers in Icehouse Canyon, this is their destination. 2.0 Miles (6279ft)- After passing the metal post signifying the two mile mark, you’ll hit a long stretch of uphill hiking. Looking down Icehouse Canyon The last stretch of trail to Cucamonga Peak is pretty easy to follow, as it’s just a series of switchbacks that head towards the summit. Close. write-up. Things start out with a little bit of talus and scree, so again, make sure to have proper footwear. The “Seven Dwarfs” began to march toward the summit at 8AM. I’ll get Cucamonga another day. The trail is located near Mt Baldy, California and it offers amazing scenery and views, which you will never forget.. It’s a 12 mile out and back trail with an elevation gain of 1,315m. It was then back down to Ice House Canyon. First Hike: 6-2-2016. Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window), Click to share on Pinterest (Opens in new window), Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window), Click to email this to a friend (Opens in new window). The trail is well marked, but it gets confusing at the Icehouse Saddle, where 5 separate trails merge together. The trail is well marked, but it gets confusing at the Icehouse Saddle, where 5 separate trails merge together. Call Mt. At mile 6.25, the Cucamonga Peak trail splits. Make sure to be mindful of your footing here, as the stepping stones can be slick. Peak #2 at Cucamonga Peak. CUCAMONGA PEAK HIKE – WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW GETTING THERE. So, instead of bagging Cucamonga, my friends (met on the trail and hike together) and I decided to bag Timber Mtn Peak instead. Very few people on the trail as well, as most for most go for Cucamonga. Peak Summited: 2020 Cucamonga Peak: Type of Hike: Day hike: Trailhead: Icehouse Canyon: Encountered: Fall foliage: Road Conditions: Road suitable for all vehicles The offshoot trail to left leads towards Etiwanda Peak. And to the east, the Middle Fork Trail descends 5.4 miles to Middle Fork Trailhead. ... Out and back 7.2 miles RT with 2,600 feet of vertical gain for intermediate hikers who plan to hike to Icehouse Saddle. This trail veers off to the left and takes hikers on a more scenic route to the Icehouse Saddle. You’ll notice a change in scenery, too, as the lush green landscape gives way to much more granite. Read more about me…. Although Mt. 2.6 Miles (6645ft)- If you are camping in this area or are hoping to filter water, you’ll find a spring just off of the right hand side of the trail here. Dan's Hiking Blog: Icehouse Canyon Hike Overnighter at Cedar Glen Trail Camp - July 24-25, 2010; Cucamonga Peak Slide Show - August 4,2006; Links: LocalHikes.com - "Timber Mountain via Icehouse Canyon" - by Dan Simpson, yours truly. You will find an abandoned old mine shaft 4.5 miles in on the trail. It can be busy during the summer months and of course on weekends, although you do need to be in decent physical shape to hike to the top. SPECIAL CONDITIONS. I recently went up Ontario peak. Looking back from the trail, you’ll have views of Bighorn and Ontario Peak, with Timber Mountain and Telegraph Peak in the background. Baldy Ranger Station (sometimes called the Mt. I did this peak solo, because I needed inspiration and motivation. Depending on the year and season, the water can be flowing quite quickly through Icehouse Canyon. At the top of the switchbacks there is a trail junction with a sign "Cucamonga Peak". This challenge includes some of the highest peaks in Southern California. You want to look for the Cucamonga Peak Trail #7W04 signage. Call ahead the day before and ask them to post it on the bulletin board. Cucamonga Peak (From Icehouse Canyon) A Southern California Classic at 8,862 feet (2,701 m)Cucamonga Peak is one of the highest peaks of the San Gabriel Mountains, and is located in San Bernardino County, California. From the saddle to the peak is only 2.4 miles. The second half of the trail is dry. Under the right conditions, the Cucamonga Peak trail transcends what one expects from a local Los Angeles hike. Baldy is the most well known peak in the San Gabriels, Cucamonga Peak is known for commanding the best views. Although Mt. *Note: A free wilderness permit is required to hike the trail past the Cucamonga Wilderness boundary. Hi, I’m Drew. The trail to the summit begins in Icehouse Canyon. From the 210 freeway, exit Baseline (eastbound) or Mountain (westbound) and head north towards Mt. Take the trail to the right up to the summit. Baldy Visitor’s Center) at (909) 982-2829 to get your permit. Post was not sent - check your email addresses! The hiker, traveler, and gearhead behind Trail to Peak. Worth the experience, the hike was amazing, but probably would be better if i wear proper shoes spike, (No running shoe)):, Would definitely come again and make it to the cucamonga peak in the summer 100%. This hike from Icehouse Canyon is a strenuous 11.6 mile out-and-back route with 4,300 feet of vertical gain and a top elevation of 8,859′. See my current hiking gear list. This is my favorite hike in the San Gabriels, with a start in Icehouse Canyon, and an end that lets you take in the view of the entire Inland Empire. The last time we spent the night at the summit of Cucamonga Peak was for 4th of July last year. From this saddle, hikers can access Ontario Peak, Big Horn Peak, Three T’s Trail, and Cucamonga Peak. 4.7 Miles (7664ft)- At 4.7 miles, you’ll reach the Cucamonga Saddle. Ice House Canyon — Cucamonga Wilderness — Columbine Spring — Icehouse Saddle — Kelly’s Camp — Kelly Camp Spring — Ontario Peak. I’ve done this hike 30-40 times and have logged it at or around 6 miles each way every time. John Robinson puts the gain at 3900', 59' short. I personally never been stop to check to see if I have a permit. The trail is located near Mt Baldy, California and it offers amazing scenery and views, which you will never forget.. It’s a 12 mile out and back trail with an elevation gain of 1,315m. To the southwest is Ontario Peak (2.8 miles). Jerry Schad puts the gain at 4300'. 3.6 Miles (7566ft)- You’ll reach the Icehouse Saddle after 3.6 miles of hiking. I was joined by 6 weekend warriors on this adventure. At mile 6.25, the Cucamonga Peak trail splits. 1.8 Miles (6078ft)- You’ll pass into the Cucamonga Wilderness. 1.0 Miles (5629ft)- After hiking for one mile, you’ll reach a junction for the Chapman Trail. To the southwest is Ontario Peak (2.8 miles). I’ve encouraged my sister to hike with me on Saturday, 13 June 2020. The trail to the summit begins in Icehouse Canyon. I have Samsun Gear S2, You do need a permit when you enter the cucamonga wilderness. From Icehouse Saddle, look for a sign post nailed to a tree. Located in the Cucamonga Wilderness of the San Bernardino National Forest, Cucamonga Peak sits in the front range of the San Gabriel Mountains. An abbreviated version of my Timber Mt. Hiking permits are in the box in front of the trailhead sign. For 2018, one of my hiking goals is to complete the So Cal Six Pack of Peak Challenge. This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Continue past Mt. Looking down Icehouse Canyon A wilderness permit is required. It starts at the parking area at the head of Icehouse canyon (4960 ft) and ascends over 3.5 miles to Icehouse saddle (7580 ft), along the Icehouse canyon … 2.9 Miles (7114ft)- Just before reaching the 3-mile mark you’ll see the end of the Chapman Trail at a junction. To the southeast is a trail to Cucamonga Peak (2.4 miles). Drew Robinson | June 29, 2017 | San Bernardino County Hikes. 0.5 Miles (5302ft)- The trail will begin climbing in earnest here, so hopefully your legs are nice and warmed up. Baldy. Safety Disclaimer Don’t Litter, Please Your email address will not be published. This is the trail offshoot that started back at the 1-mile mark of this hike. Cucamonga Peak is a long and steep … If you want to add a little distance to you downhill hike, you can try taking the Chapman Trail offshoot. You can get one from Mt. Stay right to continue on the main trail towards Cucamonga Peak. The easiest route is 12 miles round trip with 3900 ft of elevation gain. The last time we spent the night at the summit of Cucamonga Peak was for 4th of July last year. Icehouse Canyon is with trees changing leaves colors during Autumn. This singletrack is smooth and buffed out, which makes for some really nice hiking. Applications are available on the trail just past the Icehouse Canyon … Icehouse Canyon Trail – Cucamonga Peak Trail – Chapman Trail Coming in at number two on the SoCal Six Pack of Peaks : Cucamonga Peak is the eastern-most rampart of the San Gabriel Mountains. The weather is nice during our hike, I would say the trails is quite hard however, it is worth it when you arrived at the final destination. A Forest Service trail (7W07) leads from here to Icehouse Saddle, from which the Cucamonga Peak Trail (7W04) leads to the summit. After a mile or so on the trail look for the wooden post with an arrow as shown in the picture and continue in that direction. Hike to the right. 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