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Thorn Point - Los Padres National Forest
34.60575, -119.128317
Details
- TopoMap: Lion Canyon
- Elevation: 6935 feet
- Wilderness Area: Sespe
- County: Ventura County
- Ranger District: Mt. Pinos Ranger District
- Longitude: -119.128317
- Latitude: 34.60575
Recent Water Reports:
| Date | Surveyor | Water Report |
| 08-07-2021 | Braulio Aguilera | Dry |
| 05-23-2020 | Anonymous Surveyor | Dry |
| 07-05-2019 | Christopher P. Lord | Dry |
| 11-22-2017 | Los Padres Forest Association | Dry |
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Description:
Thorn Point (6,935ft) is a peak located in the Sespe Wilderness of the Los Padres National Forest. It is located on the northern slope of the Sespe River Valley and is accessed via Grade Valley Rd and Thorn Meadow Campground. Thorn Point has great views in all directions but is most famous for the lookout tower that still resides on the peak. The Thorn Lookout is one of the last standing relics of an age where lookout towers dotted the Forest along every mountain range. The hike up the Thorn Point Trail is very nice and remains in good shape due to volunteer efforts from the local Volunteer Wilderness Rangers.
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Los Padres Forest Association - 11-22-2017
Christopher P. Lord - 07-05-2019
Christopher P. Lord - 07-05-2019
Christopher P. Lord - 07-05-2019
Christopher P. Lord - 07-05-2019
Christopher P. Lord - 07-05-2019
Christopher P. Lord - 07-05-2019
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Thorn Point Survey - 08-07-2021 - by Braulio AguileraLink: Thorn Point Date: 08-07-2021 Surveyor Name: Braulio Aguilera Camp Description: Went up to stay the night with the boys. Carried about 2 gallons of water to the top and explored the area a little. Great views. Will be returning in the winter, hopefully the large water tank that connects to the gutters can be cleaned out and made usable. Water Source: Dry Water Source Details: The creek was mostly mud, everything is ground water when I went. I doubt there’s anything right now Weather Conditions: - Thorn Point Survey - 05-23-2020 - by Anonymous Surveyor
Link: Thorn Point Date: 05-23-2020 Surveyor Name: Anonymous Surveyor Camp Description: The lookout is in good condition. There is no water on the trail. Great views! Water Source: Dry Water Source Details: Weather Conditions: - Thorn Point Survey - 07-05-2019 - by Christopher P. Lord
Link: Thorn Point Date: 07-05-2019 Surveyor Name: Christopher P. Lord Camp Description: Stopped in on Friday so amazing to see this old tower still standing. Inside one can still find some relics from it's glory days and even better the Thorn Point sign is still up there. A true treasure, I would love to see this one restored someday. Go see it for yourself, you won't be disappointed. Further details below Water Source: Dry Water Source Details: Weather Conditions: Sunny with temps in the high 80's Images: - Thorn Point Survey - 11-22-2017 - by Los Padres Forest Association
Link: Thorn Point Date: 11-22-2017 Surveyor Name: Los Padres Forest Association Camp Description: She's still standing and in nice shape! Water Source: Dry Water Source Details: No water up here. Weather Conditions: Images:
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