Volcan Mountain Summit Hike on Boxing Day, Thursday, December 26, 2019
Thursday, December 26, Get away from the stress of the holidays and hike to the summit of the Volcan Mountain Wilderness Preserve. The preserve offers great hiking through 2,900 acres of beautiful mixed conifer forest, offering breathtaking views. Due to the trail altitude (4,100 feet at parking and 5,353 feet at the summit), this 5.5-mile hike is considered moderately strenuous. Dogs are permitted as long as they are leashed.
Date: Thursday, December 26
Time: 9:00 am - Noon
Bring: Water and snacks/lunch
Wear: Sturdy shoes and a warm jacket.
Location: Volcan Mountain Wilderness Preserve, 1209 Farmer Road Julian, CA 92036, 2 miles north of Julian. Park parallel to Farmers Road on the shoulder and walk 200 yards east up the gravel road to the Hubbell Gateway meeting spot.
Visit the Volcan Mountain Foundation's website at www.VolcanMt.org for ongoing updates of events and activities on and around the Volcan Mountain Range.