Round Valley (Tu/We)

[WoofDoggy]

Decided to try something a little easier than Fuller Ridge/LRV for my son's (11) 1st backpacking trip. We are going to take the tram up on Tuesday morning and hike to Round Valley for a couple nights. Wednesday we will hike up to the peak, and then back down the tram on Thursday.

Any suggestions on making it a good trip highly appreciated ...

Sounds like key things are to keep hydrated and watch out for snakes!

Woof

[Florian]

Take your time getting to Round Valley or leave in the afternoon. It's less than an hour hike from the tram. Maybe it's just me but i don't like getting to camp too early. And i've never seen a snake between the tram and peak so probably not a big worry. But there are snakes are lower on the west side of the mtn and on the Skyline.

I did tram to San Jac today. Trails seemed relatively quiet for a weekend. Still a nice flow of water in the creek between Long and Round Valleys as well as at the water pipe in RV.

-Florian

[WoofDoggy]

What's the critter situation when camping in Round Valley. Is food left in sealed containers in a tent ok, or does it need to be more secure than that?

Thanks, Woof

[Florian]

No bears. Maybe squirrels or raccoons but i've left food in tent with no problem.

-Florian

[WoofDoggy]

cool, thanks Florian!!