Tri-Tip 3-Peak Challenge
Jan 21, 2023
$45 students / $60 non-students
Join the Poly Escapes community for a summit of three of San Luis Obispo’s most notable peaks and end the day with a tri-tip sandwich! Known as the Tri-tip Challenge, take on this 7-mile SLO rite of passage and enjoy a day of good hiking and better barbeque! Are you ready for the challenge?
Skill Level: Intense
Activity Level: Advanced
Trip Highlights
- A day of hiking SLO’s most notable landmarks
- Completion of local tradition (“Tri-tip Challenge”)
- Trip-tip will be provided
- Quality time with friends and peers
- Learn about San Luis Obispo’s geography
Details
A pre-trip meeting will be held in the weeks prior to the trip. Participants will receive confirmation of a pre-trip date and time after registering.
At 12 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 21, 2023, participants will meet on campus in the K Lot (K1) at the base of the Cal Poly P.
- Cal Poly P: For the first hike — we will slowly hike the Cal Poly P via the switchback trail. We will rest before descending.
- Madonna Hill: For the second hike — participants will drive and meet at Throop Park at 2 p.m. Upon gathering, the group will hike up Madonna Hill via the “Rock Garden” trail. The group will have time to rest before descending.
- Bishop Peak: For the third hike — the group will drive and meet at the Highland Bishop Peak trailhead at 4 p.m. We will hike Bishop Peak and rest atop the summit before descending.
- Tri-tip: Finally, after completing all three hikes, we will meet at Firestone Grill to eat well-earned tri-tip sandwiches at 6 p.m.
Transportation will not be provided*
What's Included
- First Aid kits
- Tri-tip sandwiches
Transportation between hikes will not be provided; participants must arrange their own rides.
What to Bring
- Sun-protective clothing, hats, and sunglasses.
- Sunscreen
- Hiking or running shoes with traction on dirt
- Synthetic or cotton underlayers
- Snacks
- Two liters of water
The Rental Center at the Cal Poly Recreation Center has all of the gear you need for your next adventure! ASI Poly Escapes trip participants receive a 50% discount with your reservation. Explore our selection online, then come down to the Rental Center to equip your trip.
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