ANAVERDE HILLS

On a warm January day, we headed up the steep slope fire road for about 2 miles with a 1000 ft gain.  All the work is done at the beginning. 

View North: Lake Palmdale & aqueduct in distance

As we reach the top the temp has cooled and feels like a 10 degree drop with wind.  We stop for a while finding some rocks to rest and a break from the wind as a coyote comes sauntering up the hill and takes off when he sees us.
We walk along the ridge and enjoy what has now become a refreshing breeze as we loop down and enjoy views of Acton and the San Gabriels beyond.

Its about a 4 hour loop on an easy pace and a lovely way to spend an unseasonably warm winter day in the high desert.