Redondo Beach, California
Top Spots in and near Redondo Beach
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Arcadia, California
4.8
2.49 mi
/ 1014 ft gain
Note: Hermit Falls is Temporarily Closed
From Roberts Camp, many hikers will head to Sturtevant Falls, which is an amazing 60-foot waterfall. But, if you choose to head in the opposite direction on First Water Trail, you’ll be rewarded with a fresh water swimming hole at this 35-foot tumbling wa...
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Arcadia, California
4.6
1.61 mi
/ 423 ft gain
This trail is currently closed. Visit the Forest Service website for updates.
As you head down to Roberts Camp, a historic set of historic cabins, you’ll head out on a steep, paved road for approximately 0.6 miles. Once you reach the camp, head over the bridge and keep an eye out for the sign f...
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Arcadia, California
5.0
12.74 mi
/ 4852 ft gain
Mt. Wilson is one of the more difficult mountains in the San Gabriel to hike, making this adventure Intermediate. While 5,700 feet doesn't seem that tall, the mountain has a prominence of almost 5,300 feet, meaning that hike is steeper and longer than some of the other popular mountains that star...
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Los Angeles County, California
5.0
43.5 mi
/ 5700 ft gain
This is a great introductory overnight bikepacking adventure. With restaurants, water, and stores at each end of the ride, your packing list is minimal. Head out on Saturday morning and make it back in time for dinner on Sunday evening.
Packing List
Your Bike – I did this ride on my drop bar grav...
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Los Angeles County, California
3.4
3.66 mi
/ 728 ft gain
Just off the Angeles Crest highway, you’ll find one of LA’s best waterfalls, Switzer Falls. There is a parking lot just next to the trailhead. If you go on the weekend and run into a crowd, there’s parking near the highway, adding a little distance to your trek.
Once you’ve walked through the Sw...
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Los Angeles County, California
Parking: Parking is available at the Switzer Falls Picnic Area, or in the two overflow lots on the hill. You will need an Adventure Pass to leave your car parked here. Make sure to follow posted signs - there are some parking spots that do not allow overnight parking.
Amenities: Bear Canyon has...
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Altadena, California
5.0
10.14 mi
/ 814 ft gain
Gabrieleno Trail: Switzer Falls to Hahamonga Watershed is a point-to-point trail that takes you by a waterfall located near La Canada Flintridge, California.
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Los Angeles, California
4.0
3.36 mi
/ 548 ft gain
Porter Ranch Ridge is an out-and-back trail where you may see local wildlife located near Los Angeles, California.
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Monrovia, California
3.7
1.46 mi
/ 459 ft gain
Monrovia Falls is closed indefinitely due to the Bobcat Fire and mudslides. Read more on the CityofMonrovia.org website.
The Monrovia Falls are at the end of the main trail located in Monrovia Canyon Park. The park is easy to locate and has ample parking. Keep in mind you do have to pay a fee of...
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Los Angeles County, California
4.0
4.56 mi
/ 1017 ft gain
To get to the trail, take Big Tujunga Canyon Road until you see signs for Trail Canyon Road. The entry point is easy to miss, but keep an eye out for a stop sign and cars parked at the bottom of a dirt path. Drive up the dirt path for direct parking at the trailhead (4x4 is definitely recommended...
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Los Angeles County, California
From the 210 Freeway in La Cañada, take California Highway 2 north 14 miles up into the San Gabriel Mountains. Make sure you have your National Forest Pass (sold at REI or Ranger Station) or your Interagency Pass because they have started checking parked vehicles. At the Red Box Picnic area, make...
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Oak Park, California
5.0
5.03 mi
/ 1398 ft gain
From the trailhead, simply follow the trail headed up the mountain. The first 2 miles is the hardest part of the hike, because of the steep ascent.
Continue on until you hit a junction. Turn left, and you will eventually see an old rusty gate, and a sign which says "China Flat Trail". You will ...
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Newport Beach, California
4.0
10.62 mi
/ 499 ft gain
The Newport Beach Back Bay Trail features beautiful wildflowers and is open for use year round. Very minimal elevation gain makes this hike food for all skill levels, but be mindful of the distance. Dogs are allowed on the trail but must be kept on leash.
Cooling sea breezes make this one of th...
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Newport Beach, California
Balboa Island, located in Newport Bay, is a fun destination on its own, but add a relaxing SUP to the mix and you’ve got yourself an adventure. There are two ways to get onto island: cross the Marine Avenue Bridge, or take the Balboa Island Ferry (directly inland from Balboa Pier and south of New...
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Newport Beach, California
Beginning at the east end of the Balboa Peninsula The Wedge's main power house is the Newport Harbor Jetty. When the right south swell hits the jetty it reflects back creating a massive back wash. When the back wash hits an incoming set you have the notoriously heavy wedge-like shore break thunde...
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Azusa, California
2.0
4.08 mi
/ 801 ft gain
This trail is currently closed! Learn more on the U.S. Forest Service website.
Follow Encanto Parkway towards the hills until you come to a junction with a sign labeled "trail" that points towards a parking lot to your right. Parking is free, though on weekends it may be difficult to find a spot...
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