Intro Hike Temescal Peak

Sunday, January 14, 2024

Hike starts at 8 a.m.

Please arrive 15 min early

Trailhead:
1798 Michael Ln, Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
Street parking in residential neighborhood.

What to bring:

• Backpack
• Water (2 liters minimum)
• Trail Snacks and something to eat when we arrive at the summit
• Layered clothing, hat and sun protection. Rain Jacket?  Please check weather prior to hike.
• Footwear – comfortable sturdy footwear.  If you recently purchased new hiking boots and they are not broken in, please do not wear them for this hike.  Your feet will thank you.
• Map and compass
• Any “emergency medications” you may need
• Hiking poles (if you have/use them)
• 10 Essentials – Don’t stress if you don’t have all of them, leaders will have you covered for this hike.

Trip Leader Contact: Monica Suua or Lucas Wiltjer

Temescal Peak is one of the highest points in the Santa Monica Mountains at 2,126 feet.  Trailer Canyon to Temescal Peak is a 7-mile round trip hike with 1,200 feet of elevation gain.  We will be hiking on a moderately maintained fire road.