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Distance: 11 miles RT, out and back
Elevation Gain: 2,600 approx.
If you enjoy a good workout hike that ends with a great 360 degree view of the North West section of the Angeles National Forest, including Pyramid lake, then Slide Mountain Lookout is the place to be.
The Slide Mountain Lookout is a two-story metal tower with the cab on top. Built in association with the construction of Pyramid Reservoir in 1969, it has vistas of Interstate 5 and the Sespe Wilderness.
Slide Mountain is listed in the National Historic Lookout Register.
https://www.anffla.org/towers/slide-mountain/
DESCRIPTION Slide Mountain Lookout tower is accessed from the end of Templin Hwy. The trail is accessed by walking on a closed portion of the Templin Hwy for a bit over a mile and then it’s a fire road and trail to the tower. You can see the tower from the 5 freeway. There will be some amazing views from the top.
DIRECTIONS Follow I-5 North past Castaic to the Templin Highway exit. Turn left underneath the Interstate and drive about 1/4 mile to “T-intersection,” that will be Old 99 / Golden State Hwy.
Take this to the end. This is Frenchman’s Flat.
PARKING PASS REQUIRED As with all National Forest Land, a parking pass is required. You can purchase a National Forest Adventure Pass, Day ($5, Pink in color) or Annual ($30, color depends on year), at most major L.A. area sporting good stores like REI and Big 5. You will get a ticket here if you don’t have an adventure pass.
DISCLAIMER / RELEASE OF LIABILITY
IMPORTANT, PLEASE READ BELOW IN ITS ENTIRETY:
I am a volunteer (i.e. not liable for the group). Safety is a priority for everyone in the group. Think of this as hiking with a group of friends. As a courtesy and in keeping with Covid-19 safety protocols, hikers are expected to wear a mask if within 6 feet of another hiker. Hike is cross-posted with Early Bird Hiking Meetup
