Register Ridge to Mount Hardwood & Baldy - HikingGuy

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Considered the steepest trail up to Mount Baldy, Register Ridge is a tough one. You’ll hike straight up the spine of a ridge between the Ski Hut and Notch trails, climbing about 2600 feet in 1.5 miles. The views are incredible on Register Ridge, and it emerges onto the Devil’s Backbone Trail, where you’ve probably been before. In this guide, we’ll take Register Ridge up to the barren summit of Mount Harwood and then hike over to the Baldy Summit since we put all this work in on the climb.
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Experience the captivating beauty of Southern California with a hike like no other - the Register Ridge to Mount Hardwood & Baldy. This challenging and adventurous trail winds through stunning landscapes, highlighting the diversity of the region's terrain. From the first ascent up Register Ridge, the trail offers breathtaking panoramic views and chances to spot native wildlife. After reaching the summit of Mount Hardwood, prepare to be dazzled by the awe-inspiring views of the San Gabriel Mountains. The climax of the hike comes with the rewarding ascent to Mount Baldy, the highest point in the range. Each step of this Southern California hike promises a unique encounter with nature, making it a must for outdoor enthusiasts and adventure seekers alike. Explore the wonder of Register Ridge, Mount Hardwood, and Mount Baldy today - an experience that's not just a hike, but a journey of discovery.

[@arthuradjamoglian2418]

Old Mount Baldy Trail is my favorite. Check that out!

[@Hikingguy]

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[@behindenemylines9033]

great video. Thanks.

[@mrtriffid]

I've summitted Baldy 3 or 4 times, and it was my least favorite mountain in the area although the approach on the Ski Hut trail is nice)! Very barren and usually mobbed! I liked Ontario, Cucamonga (especially before the fires of the early '90s), and Timber Mountains much better!

[@garrettsmawley]

I've been curious about this route up and have passed the offshoot trail a few times in the past. Thanks for another great trail review video.

[@snowvalley11]

Great video. We hiked this yesterday in quite a bit of rain. This was Sam's favorite route up. We refer to it as "Sam's shortcut"

[@RandalLemus]

Have you done wrightwood to San Antonio ? Some level 3 (barely) and some scrambles but extremely fun

[@Hikingguy]

I have but haven't gotten a guide up yet. On the list. It's a tough one!

[@cjspeak]

i love this way up because it's the fastest. i did it without trekking poles though that was a big regret

[@spy818]

There are many ways to Baldy Peak, I like this way up and do these 3 peaks: Harwood, Baldy, West Baldy, then down via Skihut (Baldy Bowl trail).

[@mauriciomartinez9206]

Hi, me and my friends have done this hike before and it's definitely steep. No we are planning to do San Gorgonio via Vivian Creek. So, which is the hardest one from these two hikes? Thank you.

[@cq7415]

Great video. Nice job at the end of the map on Google Earth. Thanks for sharing.

[@immnotaboutthatlife2086]

Great video! Would love to see Mt Baldy to Triple Ts loop.

[@sw1yper]

This is My favorite route, it shock the body to the core and lots of good landscapes as well

[@BKDDY]

6:20 its super fun and easy to climb up that. pretty much just like going up stairs. dont need any upperbody.

[@weekendhappycamper]

This is my favorite trail too. Thanks for the detailed explanation, I want to go back again.

[@HikingWithShawn]

I love how things all over the country have similar names. We have a devils backbone that’s very popular in the Shawnee National Forest. I’d imagine it all came from Native American legends. Beautiful area, love your video!

[@Aaron-kr5vg]

Right? Funny thing I learned today is how many mountains/peaks are named “Sugarloaf.” There are at least 3 in So Cal alone and way more in other states/countries.

[@Bigtreesandthings]

I feel like they do that to mock gods beautiful creation.... Anyways.. 😅

[@larrykay6606]

Great video as usual! And sufferfest is right. I've done this same hike about half a dozen times (and usually add in West Baldy for our lunch break doing a double tap of Baldy) and boy is Register Ridge a steep one. Too steep to ever want to come down it. Always take either the Ski Hut trail down or Backbone trail to the Notch then down the fire road back to Manker Flat.

[@TheNinkida14]

My favorite route to Mt baldy. I was there this past Thursday.

[@mickeybrumfield764]

Yes does look steep, when it looks steep on video you can be sure it is steep. Think I would opt to pass on the adventure of going down that.

[@suzannehannahs6104]

Thanks for doing this one. I've been wanting to do it for awhile!

[@cristobalc5425]

This is a great reference! Thank you Hiking Guy.

[@sune3000]

I’ve done RR several times. Outside of mountaineering up the bowl in the winter it’s my favorite route up Baldy. Usually you’ll see few people and it can be done in 3 hours or so (i think my best time round trip is 3:20) but the point is it’s very direct and only 6.8 miles or so. Great to see you finally do this route up Baldy.

[@JaySoul711]

Have you gone down the Mt San Antonio water fall side when descending Baldy? We were at the waterfall and saw some guys taking the waterfall side down. Wasn’t sure if there is a trail for that, it looked sketch tho

[@Hikingguy]

Never did that, always looked too sketch to me. At some point I would like to explore the canyon above the falls, coming down the drainage by the Ski Hut. But not expecting any trails there.

[@joycec8]

It's my favorite way up to Baldy (Did it first time though, because YOLO). Went down Baldy Bowl and fell 3x in the sand. I think someone recently had to get evacuated from RR due to a fall. I'm not sure if they were coming up or down, but I bought nano spikes to help with the traction because it is indeed very steep

[@Hikingguy]

Yea I've gone down it with poles once and it was a big mess. Going up is much easier, with easier being relative.

[@jonnyzero0]

Nice hike. I've done Bear Canyon, Ski Hut and Notch/Devil's backbone routes, so I may give this one a go next time. Have you ever hiked to Baldy from Wrightwood via Pine/Dawson?

[@Hikingguy]

I have and it's pretty tough - might get a guide up for it before the winter but otherwise next summer for sure - not an easy trail

[@wheresmyhuman7862]

Thanks for the guide… What is the actual distance from the baldy bowl trailhead upto summit if taking the register ridge route?

[@wheresmyhuman7862]

Trailhead to summit skipping mt.harwood

[@Hikingguy]

prob about 0.5 miles less / 3.5 ish