The Neighborhood
Today’s Trail
Walking in the foothills of the Santa Ana Mountains about a 15 min walk from my house, we’re able to hit this trail and be in the semi-wilderness. Bright sunshine on this crisp winter morning is on the eastern horizon at about a 35 degree angle creating the juxtaposition of warmth against the cool breeze from the north coming off the crest of the ridge above me.
I can feel the grade rise in my feet but the ground is moist and soft from the light rain and early morning dew. The ground has an almost sponge effect; like a gymnastics mat, allowing for a little bounce and assist with every step.
The prickly-pear cacti strand appears on the western slope to my left, absorbing as much sun as possible as I head up a steeper portion of the trail to get a view of “Old Saddleback”, top of the OC.
