Lion Peak

Mountain in California · 3,399 ft

3,399 ft
Elevation
387 ft
Prominence
5.7 mi
Hike length one way
35.8514, -121.3211
Coordinates (N, E)

The hike up Lion Peak

5.7 mi
one way
3,406 ft
of ascent
5 h 54 min
round trip

The route starts at Rasteplass — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.

476 ft5.7 mi · 3,468 ft

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Parking and starting point

1RasteplassRecommended
parking · southwest of the peak
5.7 mi on foot · ↑ 3,406 ft · about 5 h 54 min round trip
Directions in Google Maps ↗
2Salmon Creek
parking · southwest of the peak
about 5.7 mi to the summit
Directions in Google Maps ↗
3Cruickshank Trailhead Parking
parking · west of the peak
about 7.1 mi to the summit
Directions in Google Maps ↗

Check signage and any parking fees on site.

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Frequently asked questions

How high is Lion Peak?

Lion Peak is 3,399 ft above sea level and lies in California. Its prominence is 387 ft — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.

How long is the hike up Lion Peak?

From Rasteplass it is about 5.7 mi one way with 3,406 ft of ascent. Expect around 5 h 54 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.

Where do you park for Lion Peak?

The nearest parking is Rasteplass (southwest of the peak) — 5.7 mi on foot · ↑ 3,406 ft · about 5 h 54 min round trip. Alternative: Salmon Creek (southwest of the peak) (about 5.7 mi to the summit). In the Conquer app you get driving directions to the trailhead and a hiking route to the summit.

Can I log Lion Peak in Conquer?

Yes — Lion Peak is one of 49,213 peaks in United States in Conquer. On the summit, open the app and tap to log the conquest — GPS verifies you're really there. No one has logged this peak yet — you could be the first.

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