Dylan McCoy is a passionate outdoor enthusiast and self-proclaimed gear junkie, born and raised near the base of Mt. Baldy in Southern California. His upbringing sparked years of exploration across the San Gabriel Mountains, navigating scenic trails, scaling peaks, and uncovering hidden gems. Now a backpacking guide and NOLS-certified Wilderness First Responder, Dylan has journeyed through expansive coastlines, sun-baked desert plains, and towering alpine peaks, logging countless miles on trails across the western United States and overseas.

We’ll start in Colby Canyon and follow the Mountaineer’s Route—an out‑and‑back that covers about 6.7 miles with roughly 2,700 feet of gain. It’s a non‑technical route, so no special equipment or mountaineering background is needed.

The terrain does get interesting: expect a few steep scrambles and some exposed sections that add a focused, hands‑on element to the climb. The descent can feel a bit sharper than the ascent for some, but it’s well within reach.