Southern Californian Hiking Trails and Tips Quiz
Idyllic via DISCORD
Created 7/11/2024
Test your knowledge on the best hiking trails in Southern California.
1. Which peak is the second-highest in Southern California, accessible via the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway?
Mt. Baldy
Mt. Wilson
San Jacinto Peak
Cucamonga Peak
2. Why should you avoid bringing trekking poles on the Ladder Canyon Trail Hike?
Trail is too short
You'll need to climb ladders
No need for extra support
They damage the terrain
3. Approximately how many feet of climbing does the Palm Springs Tram Hike to San Jacinto Peak involve?
3,000 feet
2,620 feet
3,500 feet
2,000 feet
4. What is an essential pass required for parking at many Southern California trailheads?
Trail Pass
Adventure Pass
National Park Pass
Wilderness Permit
5. Which Southern California trail includes climbing ladders to navigate canyon walls?
Mt. Baldy Trail
Ladder Canyon Trail
Cucamonga Trail
San Jacinto Trail
6. What should you always bring on the Ladder Canyon Trail due to the lack of water sources?
Emergency beacon
Enough water
Climbing rope
Sleeping bag
7. What kind of terrain can you expect on the Ladder Canyon Trail?
Sandy beaches
Rock formations and slot canyons
Dense forest paths
Snow-capped peaks
8. What practical tip can help when preparing for a trail with numerous stairs?
Avoid the trail altogether
Go only downhill
Use trekking poles
Train with your pack on stairs
9. For the 11-mile Palm Springs Tram Hike to San Jacinto Peak, what is a crucial safety tip?
Avoid the trail in summer
Bring sufficient water
Wear rain gear
Carry a map
10. Which hike is rated as a moderate effort with a 5-mile loop?
Eaton Canyon
Ladder Canyon Trail
Echo Mountain
Iron Mountain
11. Which landmark offers views of both Coastal California and the Sonoran Desert?
San Jacinto Peak Summit
Mt. Baldy Summit
San Gorgonio Summit
Painted Canyon Loop
