WE-Ride for Saturday, September 28: Two Dams, from Descanso Gardens. Starting time 8:00 AM
This weekend, we turn to the west side of our range to enjoy Big T and Hansen Dam on our Two Dams route. Starting in front of Descanso Gardens, the ride climbs to the La Crescenta Highlands and cuts across to Big T, going up to the dam overlook (Dam #1). After descending Big T and a coffee stop (with water and restroom opportunities) at our favorite Backdoor Bakery & Café in Sunland, we take a scenic loop around the Tujunga Creek settling grounds created by Hansen Dam (Dam #2), before climbing back up to the La Crescenta saddle via the back roads at the foot of the Verdugos.
Route for Download: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/44339463
Distance: ~50.3 miles
Elevation gain: ~4500 ft
Start Time: 8:00 AM in front of Descanso Gardens in La Cañada-Flintridge. (https://maps.app.goo.gl/MCVp4P6vEWcKE8kD7 )
This ride features a mid-ride coffee stop after the Big T climb, in Sunland at the Backdoor Bakery & Café (https://maps.app.goo.gl/nNavZWbw2kTtaDPc6). You can get anything from a coffee to an outstanding breakfast or sandwich.
The weather forecast for Saturday currently shows morning clouds and about 60° degrees at the start, rising to 80° in the afternoon after the clouds break. While we do start with a climb, you still might want to bring a vest in case the clouds persist longer than expected.
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Please keep the following in mind when joining the WE Rides:
• Download the route prior to arrival.
• Be self-sufficient, prepared to handle flats and minor bike repairs.
• Carry a cell phone in case of emergency or to get that Uber ride needed every once in a while. (Be aware, however, that cell phone reception on many WE-ride routes in the San Gabriel Mountains is very limited).