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California
4.2 mi
Distance
1,673 ft
Gain
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Inside Angeles National Forest
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Why you'll love it
Dawn Mine Trail
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Dawn Mine Trail is a moderately challenging out-and-back hike that climbs through diverse terrain to reach historic mining remnants in the California foothills. The trail gains over 1,600 feet of elevation while traversing approximately 4.2 miles, offering hikers a rewarding combination of forest sections and open ridgeline views. This route provides insight into the region's mining heritage while delivering solid cardiovascular challenge and scenic vistas.
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~1 min drive
Steep canyon trail with 1,886 ft gain and scenic rock formations.
Bear Canyon
~2 min drive
Moderate 9-mile canyon hike with 1,075 ft elevation gain.
Sunset Ridge
~2 min drive
Easy 0.2-mile walk with minimal elevation gain.
Merrill (Upper)
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Steep alpine climb with 1,648 ft gain over 3.4 miles.
Colby Canyon
~7 min drive
Moderate 8.79-mile canyon hike with 2,742 ft elevation gain.
Sunset Ridge Lower
~2 min drive
Short ridge trail with steady elevation gain and scenic views.
Tom Sloane
~2 min drive
Steep 3.66-mile climb with 1,372 ft elevation gain in California.
Hoyt Mt. to Pines Picnic Trail
~7 min drive
Easy 1.3-mile connector trail through forest to scenic picnic area.
Mt Lowe (West)
~2 min drive
Steep 2.56-mile climb to Mt Lowe with 1,412 ft elevation gain.
