Hikes in the San Gabriel Mountains
Below is a list of trails in the San Gabriel Mountains. These hikes are listed from west to east, but the table may also be sorted alphabetically or by distance to help you pick your next hike in San Gabriels. Each trail links to its own report complete with photos, maps, directions, and all the other information needed to locate and enjoy these hikes.
Hiking the San Gabriels:
The Angeles National Forest protects 1,000 square miles of vast range which runs west to east, north of Burbank and Pasadena and as far inland as San Bernardino. The highest point in the range is Mt. Baldy, at 10,064 feet.
An adventure pass is required to visit all trails within the National Forest. A day pass can be purchased for $5 and an annual pass is only $30. The passes are valid at other National Forests in California as well. Passes may be purchased within the park, at various local retailers, and online. Those without a pass may still enjoy several free entry points that are located outside the park.
Currently much of the range is inexcessible as trails remain closed following the devastating Station Fire. The range is set to reopen to hikers in the fall of 2010, but it is already clear that some of the beautiful trails will never be the same.
| Trail | Description | Distance | Latitude, Longitude |
|---|---|---|---|
 | Trail Canyon Falls CLOSED. This out and back visits a 40-foot beauty on the east side of the San Gabriel Mountains. | 4 miles | 34.312575, -118.253946 |
 | Switzer Falls CLOSED. This out and back starts out above and finishes below a 50-foot tall waterfall. | 4.5 miles | 34.259387, -118.155069 |
 | San Gabriel Peak from Mt. Disappointment Road CLOSED. This peak offers great views of the San Gabriels. Summit Mt. Disappointment for an extra half mile. | 4 - 4.5 miles 1,400 feet | 34.246506, -118.104828 |
 | San Gabriel Peak from Mt. Lowe Fire Road CLOSED. This peak offers great views of the San Gabriels. Summit Mt. Disappointment for an extra half mile. | 3.2 - 3.7 miles 1,000 feet | 34.246506, -118.104828 |
 | Millard Falls CLOSED. This out and back visits a 50-foot waterfall up one of the most scenic canyons in the range. | 1 mile | 34.219936, -118.140135 |
 | Dawn Mine CLOSED. This out and back leads past Millard Falls to an old gold mine. | 6 miles | 34.228736, -118.130178 |
 | Eaton Falls This out and back visits a 40-footer. | 3 miles | 34.198642, -118.103571 |
 | Hoegees Camp This out and back follows Lower Winter Creek Trail through a beautiful wooded canyon to a backcountry campground with fourteen first-come first-serve sites. | 4.25 miles | 34.209857, -118.03113 |
 | Sturtevant Falls This out and back visits a 60-foot waterfall and a lush cottage-lined canyon. | 3.25 miles | 34.209857, -118.03113 |
 | Spruce Grove Camp This out and back follows the canyon above Sturtevant Falls to a backcountry campground with seven first-come first-serve sites. | 8 miles | 34.209857, -118.03113 |
 | Santa Anita Canyon Loop This loop visits a two peaceful creeks, a 60 foot waterfall and plenty of beautiful wilderness | 9.5 miles | 34.209857, -118.03113 |
 | Hermit Falls This out and back heads down canyon away from Sturtevant Falls toward a 30-foot waterfall. The lush canyon and the babbling creek are quite calming. | 2.6 miles 600 feet | 34.209857, -118.03113 |
 | Fish Canyon Falls This out and back starts at a rock quarry with restricted access and ends up at a multi-tiered 80-foot waterfall. | 4 miles | 34.182951, -117.911224 |
 | Mount Waterman CLOSED. The out and back takes a gradual ascent through a pine forest to reach the round summit. | 5.5 miles 1300 feet | 34.337848, -117.938712 |
 | Cooper Canyon Falls CLOSED. This out and back leaves from Buckhorn Campground and visits a short waterfall in an enchanting glen of tall pines. | 3 miles | 34.337848, -117.938712 |
 | San Antonio Falls This out and back on a paved road visits a multi-tier waterfall along the trail to Mt. Baldy. | 1.2 miles | 34.27717, -117.633805 |
 | Baldy Bowl – Ski Hut This out and back offers a steep but scenic ascent up the south side of Mt. Baldy. | 9 miles 3,900 feet | 34.27717, -117.633805 |
 | Devil’s Backbone This ridge-top trail between Baldy Notch and the summit of Mt. Baldy offers incredible views of the San Gabriel Mountains. | 6.4 - 13.6 miles | 34.27717, -117.633805 |
 | Mount Baldy Loop This hike incorporates the Devil’s Backbone and the Baldy Bowl – Ski Hit Trail into one see-all loop. | 11.3 miles 3,900 feet | 34.27717, -117.633805 |
 | Icehouse Canyon to Icehouse Saddle This out and back travels through a picturesque canyon to a saddle with panoramic views and extended hiking opportunities. | 7.2 miles 2,600 feet | 34.237819, -117.596312 |
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