Eagle Rock the Hard (and Most Scenic) Way

See https://www.meetuphikes.com/event/eagle-rock-the-hard-and-most-scenic-way/ for all the gory details

Eagle Rock, the most impressive landmark in all of Topanga State Park, will afford us an airy perch overlooking the upper watershed of Santa Ynez Canyon and the ocean beyond. We will snack and explore on this impressive sandstone rock covered with crevices and caves.

We'll be going a different route than most of you veterans have used so be prepared for some pleasant surprises.

Hike is about 5.5 miles with appx 1,260 ft total ascent and rated DIFFICULT due to terrain. See the hike rating guide here: https://www.meetuphikes.com/hike-rating-guide/

Bring 2qt water, lunch and a cold drink for an extended break and picnic on the rocks

See https://www.meetuphikes.com/event/eagle-rock-the-hard-and-most-scenic-way/ for all the gory details

Post-hike brunch/lunch is at the Canyon Bistro

Directions

From Topanga Canyon Boulevard, turn east on Entrada Road; that's to the left if you are coming from the San Fernando Valley. Follow Entrada Road by turning left at every opportunity until you arrive at Topanga State Park.

Park on street before the last left turn (see map pin) and walk a caouple blocks or pay the iron ranger in the park's parking lot ($15?). If you park on street be sure that your left wheels are inside the white line. Note parking restrictions. We'll meet at the main kiosk beyond the bathrooms.

The official hike will end on the street outside of pay area.

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