Sorry, I am just not entertained by the forest until it opens up around 10K'. Zoned out until I reached Anderson Flat; really dug the rocks up Pantyshield....I mean, Shields. Interesting summit. Not a soul in sight either but I did have a feathered friend come check me out. A Cooper's Hawk sat not 10' away on a branch and watched me watch him for a moment. What a thrill!
Peak 4 of the 9 Peak Traverse Date Climbed: Jul 3, 2009
Nice view from the summit as we continued our 4th of July weekend attempt to summit all 9 peaks, camping on the summit of San G to enjoy the fireworks below.
We had camped at Trail Fork Springs the day before and then started hiking along the divide early in the morning. Shields Peak was the first peak of the day.
Went up the Forsee Creek Trail and did a big loop including 5 peaks; Anderson, S.B., S.B. East, Shields and Alto Diablo. Perfect time of year for this hike with temps. in the 50s. About 22 miles total.
Great hike. Ascended Moymer Trail, hit all 9 peaks (excluding Mnt San Gorgonio and including Dobbs Peak) and descended bia Dobbs West Ridge. Check out my Trip Report.
Great hike - took my dogs on a weekday and saw no one, bagged Anderson and East Peak as well. One of my greatest memories in the San Gorgonio Wilderness. Great day! Great views!