"Very tough! Started from the Palm Canyon Trailhead at about 9 AM after the road to get to the north ridge of Indianhead was blocked off and closed. The first 1.5 miles are on the Palm Canyon trail which is well maintained and pleasant. Just past the palm grove are some large granite boulders that make for an interesting obstacle. Past the end of the trail at the palm grove the canyon widens and the creek begins to flow. Bushwhacking is light until you reach the second set of palms but can be avoided by leaving the canyon for a brief time. Followed the south ridge from the canyon which is quite steep with some class 2+/3 moves. Ridge reaches a saddle and has a sheer drop off towards Henderson Canyon, but great views of Toro and the rest of the San Ysidro Range are had. Towards the summit there are more large boulders which create some interesting maneuvers but technical climbing can largely be avoided if initially staying to the left. The last push to the summit is largely flat and offers great views of most of Anza-Borrego. Went down largely the same way except cut into a wash that is just east of the South ridge. Had to climb down some dry falls but nothing too sketchy. T..." — trevormaziek • Dec 4, 2022

"Awesome loop up the Southeast rib, and down the normal route. Temps in the mid-upper 90s made it a little tougher. The SE rib feels long but not incredibly hard - some class 3 sections. Class 4 can be avoided by staying right. The palms in the canyon are spectacular - unbelievable to see running water despite the heat and drought. I definitely would recommend this outing!" — danishclimber • May 21, 2022