Temple Canyon

A short, rugged route with a nice final rappel sequence that follows a drainage off the eastern side of a prominence known as Temple of Diana. The canyon lurks in the shadow of Munds Mountain for most of the day.

It is recommended to download and follow the KML track if you are unfamiliar with the route. Also, wear pants. From the parking area, cross the road and enter a small drainage. Hike up the drainage for about 1/3 of a mile, then take a path LUC that leads up the ridge. At the high point, look ahead for a small cluster of pine trees. Weave through openings in the manzanita and other shrubbery and ascend the hill towards the rocky ridgeline above. There are one or two short class 3 sections. Once at the ridge, traverse south then southwest. Maintain the same elevation until you reach the drainage.

R1: 25’ off tree RDC. R2: 30’ off bush LDC. R3: 150’ off tree RDC. Semi-hard start. Partially free-hanging. R4: 90’ off tree RDC. Multi-stage. R5: 35’ off tree RDC.

A few downclimbs will bring you to the intersection with Arrowhead. Continue down canyon following the drainage to Schnebly Hill Road. Cross the road and pick up Munds Wagon Trail for a short distance back to your vehicle.