Date: January 30, 2011
Time: 9:30 am
Near: Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
Distance: 7.2 miles round trip
Difficulty:  Moderate
Elevation Gain: 1300 feet
Hike Time: 4.0 hours
Trail Type: Well maintained trail
Hike Type: Out and Back 

Summary: Los Liones Trail weaves through one of the most lush canyons in the Santa Monica Mountains.  The trail meanders and ascends through chaparral and ivy covered trees and bushes. In parts, the entire canyon floor is covered in a carpet of ivy. The trail meets up with the system of fire roads in Topanga State Park, and makes a relentless ascent to Parker Mesa - 1525ft. On a clear day, you’ll get amazing panoramic views of the Santa Monica Bay, and often inland as far as the San Bernardino Mountains.

Trailhead:  How To get There: From the Pacific Coast Highway, turn east onto Sunset Blvd. and left onto Los Liones Drive after 0.3 miles (the turn comes up quick, and it’s not a major intersection – so be careful!). The trailhead is clearly marked about 0.6 miles down Los Liones Drive. You do not need to pay to park on the street inside Topanga State Park here.  We will meet at the trailhead at the end of the road.

What to Bring: Good hiking boots/shoes, snacks, plenty of water, hat/cap and sunscreen.  For those interested, we will have lunch at a local restaurant following the hike. If you decide not to join us for lunch, bring snacks/food that you can eat during our breaks.  Restaurant: Morgan’s Café, 548 Palisades Drive, Pacific Palisades, CA 90272 (310) 454. Most items on the menu are $9-13.  Breakfast and Lunch available with some vegetarian and healthy options on the menu.   moganscafe.com/

Co-Hosts:  Menard Jaramillo and Robert Roxbury