About Condor Peak Trail
Condor Peak Trail is a easy hiking trail near La Crescenta in Los Angeles County, California.. Trail data is sourced from OpenStreetMap.
Photo by Jay Mantri on Unsplash
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Condor Peak Trail
La Crescenta, California · Los Angeles County · 13W05
Condor Peak Trail is a easy hiking trail near La Crescenta in Los Angeles County, California.. Trail data is sourced from OpenStreetMap.
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34.30396, -118.20828
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Weather at Condor Peak Trail
Live forecast for the trailhead. Use it to pack and time your hike.
Today
Mostly Clear
86°/66°
🌬 10mph
↑ 5:40 AM ↓ 8:05 PM
Sat
Clear
80°/66°
🌬 10mph
↑ 5:40 AM ↓ 8:05 PM
Sun
Clear
83°/62°
🌬 9mph
↑ 5:40 AM ↓ 8:06 PM
Mon
Clear
85°/60°
🌬 9mph
↑ 5:40 AM ↓ 8:06 PM
Tue
Clear
85°/63°
🌬 9mph
↑ 5:40 AM ↓ 8:06 PM
Forecast data © Open-Meteo. Refreshed every 6 hours. Always check the most recent forecast before heading out.
What “Easy” Means
Gentle terrain, well-marked. Suitable for all ages and fitness levels.
Difficulty is derived from OpenStreetMap’s Swiss Alpine Club (SAC) hiking scale, trail visibility, surface, distance, and elevation gain. Always verify current conditions before heading out.
What to Pack & Wear
Personalised to this trail’s length, elevation, difficulty, and the live forecast.
👔 What to Wear
- Moisture-wicking T-shirtLight color, breathable.
- Lightweight shorts or pantsQuick-dry preferred — sweat dries fast.
- Brimmed sun hatBetter than a cap for back-of-neck protection.
- Trail runnersBreathable mesh uppers.
🎒 What to Pack
- WaterBring at least 1L of water; more in heat.
- High-energy snacksA snack for the trail.
- Sun protection (UV 9)SPF 50+ sunscreen, lip balm w/ SPF, sunglasses, sun hat.
- First-aid kitBlister patches, ibuprofen, tape, antiseptic wipes.
- Offline mapDownload your route in advance via Gaia, Caltopo, or OSM-based apps.
Recommendations adapt to the current forecast + trail stats. Use them as a starting point — local conditions, your experience, and the time of day you start all matter.
Trail Safety in California
Trail conditions in California change with weather, season, and fire activity. Closures, washouts, and rerouting are common. Before heading out:
- Check with the land manager for current conditions and closures
- Tell someone your plan and expected return time
- Know your turn-around limits — conditions can change fast
- Carry the 10 essentials: water, food, navigation, first aid, light, fire, shelter, knife, sun protection, extra clothes
References & Maps
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