DIFFICULT HIKE: Ten-Ten Peak

Experienced, strong hikers only: Join me for a difficult, off-trail climb to Ten-Ten on Saturday, July 25, 2026! (read everything)

*Note - Make sure you answer the RSVP question. I want to make sure nobody gets in over their head!

Details:

• Date: July 18, 2026
• Meetup Time: 6:00 AM
• Meetup Spot: North Loop Trailhead
• Distance: ~7.1 miles round-trip
• Elevation Gain: ~2,000 feet
• Time: 4-6 hours
• Kids: No
• Dogs: Yes - only STRONG dogs with lots of off-trail hiking experience (must bring a leash)
• Pace: Moderately Fast (possibly some trail-running on the downhill sections)
• Terrain: Mostly trail with some steep, loose off-trail climbing.

We'll meet at 6:00 AM SHARP at Lower Bristlecone Trailhead! Please plan your drive ahead of time, so you know how long it'll take to get to there. https://maps.app.goo.gl/mvaXfvrwYNwGgpSD9

Things to bring: Water (minimum 2L), lunch, jacket, sunblock, bag/backpack.

My number is 702-334-9077.

Ten-Ten sits above Wallace Canyon. We'll take a series of trails and steep paths up towards the summit, then continue the steep climb off-trail to the top of Ten-Ten. After a short snack break, we'll descend down to the saddle above Wallace Canyon and take a different set of paths back to the Bristlecone Trail, making a big lollipop loop.

Time permitting, we'll stop for a 10-15 minute meditation in a peaceful shady spot on the descent, before returning to the trailhead.

*** CAUTIONS FOR DOG OWNERS ***

• You don't have to keep your dog on leash, but you should have a leash with you. They will need to be on leash as we pass other dogs/hikers on the trail and at the trailhead, which is a busy parking lot.
• There are wild animals around, including snakes, lizards, chipmunks, squirrels and mountain lions (I've never seen one, but they are out here).
• Bring food and water for your pups to enjoy!

There will be a strict maximum of 5 people, total. Please do not bring any unapproved guests. Everyone going should be signed up on this event page, or should have made plans with me privately.