Backpacking Manzana Schoolhouse Trail Ambient (ASMR)

Manzana Schoolhouse:
This is an old schoolhouse last used around 1901 when there was a small community living in the area. They once farmed along the Sisquoc River but several years of drought caused them to sell their land to the US Forest Service. The schoolhouse has been abandoned since then and ruins of their old homesteads can be found along the Sisquoc River. Dabney Cabin is an old hunting lodge from near the turn of the century and is a county historical landmark. The Manzana Schoolhouse makes a nice backpacking destination. There is a primitive campground there with picnic tables and a privy. (Be sure to apply for fire permit in advance)
The Lower Manzana Trailhead is located on Sunset Valley Road, approximately 1.5 miles past Davy Brown Campground. This trailhead is very popular for a number of reasons, primarily because it is a portal to the San Rafael Wilderness. This trail is also very popular for backpackers and horseback riders, as there are many primitive campsites throughout the connecting trails. The parking area is in a wide turnout within 50 feet of the trailhead and accommodates between 12 to 15 vehicles. During heavy rainfalls, the trailhead may be inaccessible.
The Lower Manzana Trail intersects with the Sisquoc Trail and reaches the Sisquoc River near the Schoolhouse.
The trail is strenuous only because it is long and involves many river crossings during the winter and spring that will get your feet wet. But the trail itself is quite level. Be prepared for around 30 crossings. Post a message should you have questions regarding this trail



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Backpack:
Outdoor Vitals Shadowlight 45
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Current Sleeping System
Quit- Outdoor Vitals Storm Loft 15
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Tent- Durston X-Mid 2
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Pad- Nemo Tensor
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Pillow- Nemo Fillo Elite
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Other packs I have

REI FLASH AIR 50L (NEW) to be tested next trip
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REI FLASH 55L
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Current Cooking Kit (budget friendly)
Cooking Cup- GRITR Titanium Ultra Light 750 ml cup
Cooking Stove- Fire-Maple FMS 300
Fork/Spoon- Humangear GoBites Duo
Lighter- BIC Mini (Pack)

Current Down Jacket
OutdoorVitals Mens NovaUL
Current Down Jacket (budget friendly)
Decathlon Forclaz “Trek 100” Down Puffy
Attire
Sun Hoody- Outdoor Research Research Echo sun hoodie 15 SPF
Pants- KUHL Suppressor Joggers
Or Mountain Hardwear AP
Top- Smartwool Merino Sport 120 long sleeve top
REI Sahara long-sleeve
Sox- Darn Tough
Rain Jacket- Coofandy Lightweight Waterproof rain jacket with hood
Shoes
Trail Runners- Altra Lone Peak 6
Waterproof Boots- Keen Zionic waterproof all terrain

$30 Budget stove- Fire Maple ultra light (ISPO Design award Gold Winner) https://a.co/d/eGmjfi2
Altra Lone Peak 6 Trail Running shoe https://a.co/d/1NmRnky
CNOC collapsible water bottle https://a.co/d/65oxcDT
UCO Collapsible cup https://amzn.to/3sCRhuv
Sawyer squeeze https://a.co/d/elC2Zxx
Toaks Pot 900 ml https://a.co/d/eGmjfi2
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Jetboil cooking system with press https://amzn.to/3YC4pKY
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Jetboil nonstick Skillet 8.5 by 1.9 inch and is 10.6 oz https://amzn.to/3mzILtg
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Titanium 375 ml mug with handle and mesh bag 2.13 oz https://amzn.to/3ZBo2ny
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Ultra Slim Power Bank by Nitecore (5.29oz) https://amzn.to/3LGW6ca
Stanley Camp Cook Set 24oz with 2 cups https://a.co/d/1hwxw1E