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    Hikes/United States/California/Angeles National Forest

    Gabrielino Trail

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    Easy
    Duration
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    3.5-5h
    Distance
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    15.0 km
    Elevation
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    291 m
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    The Gabrielino Trail is a fantastic family-friendly hiking route in Angeles National Forest that utilizes a multi-use path through scenic canyon. While out on the trail, you will traverse a variety of terrain that is both man-made and natural, passing through the beautiful Fern Canyon before turning back for the return leg. As this is a multi-use trail, make sure to keep an eye out and leave enough room for others to safely pass.

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    Route Description for Gabrielino Trail

    If you find yourself in Altadena, California and want to set out on a relaxing adventure through an easily-accessible portion of the Angeles National Forest, then look no further than the Gabrielino Trail.

    This lengthy and laidback trail will allow you to leave the city behind, as you traverse paved and natural pathways through a series of beautiful canyons alongside Arroyo Seco. There are a few stream crossings that can be tricky when water levels are high, but other than that this is a pretty straightforward adventure.

    Eventually, you will pass by the Gould Mesa Camp and arrive at the Paul Little Picnic Area, which marks the endpoint of the route. After pausing for a relaxing outdoor lunch, simply follow the same route back to the trailhead where you began.

    Getting to the Gabrielino Trail Trailhead

    The starting point for the Gabrielino Trail can be found at the corner of N Windsor Avenue and Ventura Street in Altadena.

    Route Information

    • Backcountry Campground

      Gould Mesa Campground

    • 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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