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    Hikes/United States/California/Angeles National Forest

    San Gabriel Peaks Hike

    Difficulty
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    Hard
    Duration
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    3.5-5h
    Distance
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    10.5 km
    Elevation
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    627 m
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    The San Gabriel Peaks Hike is a tough, but beautiful hike in the Angeles National Forest that will take you to the top of four rugged mountain peaks. While out on the trail, you will climb up to the top of San Gabriel Peak, Mount Disappointment, Mount Markham, and Mount Lowe, before returning along the same trail. Be sure to display your adventure pass in your vehicle prior to starting your hike.

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    Route Description for San Gabriel Peaks Hike

    Featuring the ascent of four summits and some beautifully scenic views, the San Gabriel Peaks Hike is an awesome excursion to undertake if you are looking to push your limits or set out on a day of peak bagging.

    From the trailhead at Eaton Saddle, you will make your way west into the Markham Saddle and turn right along the trail to continue north. Here, you will push on to the summit viewpoints atop San Gabriel Peak and Mount Disappointment, before descending back into the saddle.

    Following a trail that runs southwest alongside the Mount Lowe Motorway, you will eventually climb further uphill to the summits of Mount Markham and Mount Lowe for some more incredible views. After takin gin the scenery, simply retrace your steps back to the trailhead where you began.

    Getting to the San Gabriel Peaks Hike Trailhead

    The starting point for this adventure can be found at the Eaton Saddle on Mount Wilson Red Box Road.

    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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