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    Hikes/United States/California/Angeles National Forest

    Dawn Mine Hike

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    Moderate
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    2-3h
    Distance
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    6.8 km
    Elevation
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    312 m
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    The Dawn Mine Hike is a fun adventure in the Angeles National Forest that will take you through a scenic canyon to visit an historic mining site. While out on the trail, you will work your way through the Millard Canyon and experience views of the Millard Falls, before investigating the old gold rush site at the Dawn Mine. Make sure to have your adventure pass visible in your vehicle or else you might receive a fine.

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    Route Description for Dawn Mine Hike

    Whether you are after a beautifully scenic adventure, want to learn about local history, or even a bit of both, the Dawn Mine Hike is a great excursion to explore when visiting Altadena, California.

    Setting out from the parking area, you will follow the Mount Lowe Motorway to the northeast, before breaking off to the left along the Sunset Ridge Trail. Here, you will quickly meet up with Millard Creek, which will take you past the scenic Millard Falls and further into the Canyon.

    After gaining some elevation, you will arrive at the site of the Dawn Mine, which saw minor success in gold mining operations during the late 19th/early 20th centuries. After exploring the area, simply head back along the same trail to return to the trailhead.

    Getting to the Dawn Mine Hike Trailhead

    The trailhead for the Dawn Mine Hike can be found north of Altadena, where the Chaney and Brown Mountain Truck trails converge.

    Route Information

    • Backcountry Campground

      No

    • When to do

      Year-Round

    • Pets allowed

      Yes - On Leash

    • Family friendly

      Older Children only

    • Route Signage

      Average

    • Crowd Levels

      High

    • Route Type

      Out and back

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