Difficulty level: Difficult if you hike the entire route, moderate if you hike down to the memorial plaque and back

Length: 2 miles

Start time: 1:00

End time: 3:00

Hike Leader: Sophia Wong

Trailhead: Lilac Lane

High steps on rock faces. Recommend trekking poles or a walking stick for balance at awkward spots.

Wear sunscreen and long pants because the brush is thick and sticky. A light jacket or long-sleeved shirt is also recommended. Although we try to avoid poison oak, sometimes it is encountered. Wear sturdy hiking boots. A walking stick is preferred by some hikers. Bring plenty of water. A hat is also recommended.

Extreme heat of 95 degrees, rain (even light rain), and red flag warnings  cancel the hike.

Well-behaved dogs are welcome as long as they are on leash. Please remember to bring enough water for your four-legged friend. All minors must be accompanied by an adult.

How to get to the Lilac Lane entrance to the Santa Susana Pass State Historic Park (SSPSHP): Coming from the San Fernando Valley, take the 118 to the Rocky Peak exit, turn left and cross the freeway to Santa Susana Pass Road. Turn right and look for Lilac Lane where you can only turn left. From Simi Valley, take the 118 to the Rocky Peak exit, turn right and cross the freeway to Santa Susana Pass Road. Turn right and look for Lilac Lane where you can only turn left. From Lake Manor, take Box Canyon towards Santa Susana Pass Road. At Santa Susana Pass Road turn right and then right on Lilac Lane. From Chatsworth take Topanga Canyon north to Santa Susana Pass Road and turn left. After you pass the Rocky Peak entrance to the 118 freeway start looking for Lilac Lane, where you will turn left. Lilac Lane is a very small street! A brown kiosk is on the left with a dirt parking lot area (Do not park on the street!)

Questions? Contact santasusanafriends [at] gmail.com