Bishop Peak, San Luis Obispo: Hiking, Exploring & Optional Bouldering

Bishop Peak is my favorite place to hike, climb & explore in San Luis Obispo. There are a few interconnecting trails and trailheads. The mixed terrain and environment is interesting, passing through beautiful forest with mixed vegetation. The boulder field on the peak is always fun to climb and also some of the very best places to see the sun setting and the surrounding cities below.

Video of Bishop Peak Hike & Explore from Oct 04, 2025:
https://youtu.be/6iMK1EFTf2c?si=fXjRiWqyCPaKz6MK

Many photos from the same hike:
https://www.meetup.com/santabarbaraadventurepeople/events/311196822/

Fellow hikers & explorers that meet the criteria below by self assessment 🙂 for experience, skill, ability, personality, character, and mindset, are welcomed to join.

Trailhead: Highland Dr Trailhead, San Luis Obispo

Distance & Elevation: up to 6 miles, 1500’ ascent

Bring: adequate hydration & food based on weather and individual need

Experience & Skill: rocky & uneven terrain hiking, scrambling, optional boulder climbing

Ability: assess & manage risks effectively

Physical & Mental: healthy & fit for hiking & exploring

Personality & Character: authentic, sincere, down to earth, enthusiastic, cheerful, good sense of humor, cordial and pleasant to chat with, effective in communicating

Mindset: adventurous yet very safety conscious, self responsible & self accountable, intellectually curious, independent thinking, open-minded worldview, can do attitude

Liability Waiver
By RSVPing and participating in this event, you acknowledge that outdoor adventures carry risks (injury, illness, accidents, etc.) and agree that you are solely responsible for your own safety, health, well being, and belongings. The organizer(s) and co-hosts are not liable for any loss, damage, or injury. By joining, you agree to the full terms and conditions.