Strawberry Peak

The destination: Strawberry Peak 🍓
At 6,164 feet, Strawberry Peak is the highest point in the front range of the San Gabriel Mountains. We’ll begin with a moderate climb around the south and west slopes of Mount Lawlor, enjoying views down the Arroyo Seco.

Beyond Lawlor Saddle, the trail becomes steeper as we pass a few false summits before reaching Strawberry Peak. Your reward? Spectacular views of the western San Gabriels and the Los Angeles Basin! After a summit break and maybe a few strawberries, we’ll retrace our steps to the parking lot.

The details:

• Date: Saturday, November 28, 2026
• Meet: 7:00am to secure parking at this popular trailhead
• Hit the trail: 7:30am
• Distance: 7.2 miles round trip
• Elevation gain: Approximately 1,700 feet
• Meeting location: Red Box Picnic Area Parking Lot
  Forest Route 2N24, Palmdale, CA 93550
  Search “Red Box Picnic Area” in Apple or Google Maps.

What to bring: Bring 3 liters/quarts of water, snacks, proper hiking footwear, and sun protection. There’s little shade along the route, so come prepared!

🌧️ Heavy rain cancels the outing.