While surfing the web I came upon this challenge. The challenge is to hike 6 peaks, increasing in difficulty, in between January 2016- October 2016. Now I know I don't have much hiking experience. All of the gear and the lingo is new to me. But I have decided I want to do this challenge. I have officially signed up on the website and registered. I know we are about to begin August which leaves me about 90 days to hike 6 difficult peaks. It's a bit nerve wrecking due to my lack of experience but very exciting at the same time. Reading posts and blogs online from the hiking community I can't help but feel that this is the beginning of a wonderful journey. I'm looking for new hiking buddies, as its better to go with a bigger number, and I'm looking for new trails and mountains! Feel free to share your experience, tips and advice are all welcome! Where there is a will there is a way! Let's hike!!

Cedar Creek Falls

• Ramona, California
• 5.2 miles
• Permit required

For this hike you start at the top and end at the bottom. So the hard part is coming back. It's a really hot area so I recommend starting very early. I did this hike with some friends during a heat wave. Thankfully, we started early so we weren't out in the sun that long. However, I would recommend starting earlier like 6am. Also, bring lots of water and be willing to get in the water! It's definitely a must do. Some other hikers decided to jump in. For me, swimming across was enough. The water is cold but definitely refreshing after a hot hike.

P.S. Beware of rattle snakes.