Come get some great panoramic views over the surrounding Santa Monica Mountains by hiking McAuley Peak! Existing without an official name until 2015, McAuley Peak was already a convenient destination along the Backbone Trail, hosting a distinct rock formation and some great views.
PACKING LIST:
Good vibes
Snacks
WAIVERS
And lots and lots of water!
PROFESSOR: Jed Fuhrman
DEPARTMENT: Marine Biology
RESEARCH: Ecological implications of marine microbial biodiversity (Fuhrman Lab)
FACULTY PROFILE: Here
Dr. Jed Fuhrman completed his B.S. Biology at MIT and later a Ph.D. in Oceanography at UC San Diego. Currently, he conducts research on microbial biodiversity and the intricate network of microorganisms in the marine environment. But little do people know, Dr. Fuhrman is a beekeeper and knows a great deal about our precious, natural pollinators. #savethebees
PEAK: McAuley Peak
DIFFICULTY: 3/5
SCENERY: Great views of the Santa Monica Mountains
FUN FACT: Prior to 2015, McAuley Peak was officially recognized only as Peak 2049
TRIP LEAD: Oscar Li
Contact Oscar: oscarli@usc.edu
Read Oscar’s bio here.