Black Mountain Hike Register

Date and Time:
Sat, Aug 29, 2026; 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM  (Pacific)
Time is tentative.

Organized By: North County Group Sierra Club

Event Organizers:
Bill Symans
   william@symans.com
   6035830290
Connie Williams
   connietreks@gmail.com
   6198717181
Kelly Conrad
   slpypup@gmail.com
   7607472989

We will be hiking the Black Mountain along the Nighthawk Trail. We'll be hiking to the summit of Black Mountain where we'll have a snack and discuss some orienteering basics using a map and compass to point to some key landmarks.

This is a 4-mile loop. Two miles out and two miles back. The trail is well maintained and there is about a 1000 ft elevation gain. This is considered a moderate hike; however, it can get hot and the hike is very exposed with minimal to no shade. 

You should be prepared with your ten essentials; however, spend extra time ensuring you have plenty of water, sunscreen and protective clothing and a sun hat. Its easy to get sun burned or over heated on this trail and we want to make sure everybody has a safe and fun experience.

Contact the leader, Bill Symans, for trailhead location and start time.

About your leader: I'm an active member of the Sierra Club and staff volunteer for the Wilderness Backpacking Class. I'm a certified Wilderness First Responder and experienced hiker and backpacker.

Level: Moderate (4 Mi Loop with 1000 ft gain)

Cost: 0

Signup Instructions: Email Interest

Signup Restrictions: None, all levels

Cancellation Policy: Activity is held rain or shine, but may be altered due to inclement weather