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The ten best hikes in Southern California. Ranging from waterfalls and slot canyons to lone bridges and 10,000 foot peaks, this list has it all.
May 26, 2022 · 1. Solstice Canyon Trail, Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area. 2. Bridge to Nowhere, Angeles National Forest. 3. Main Trail, Malibu Creek State Park. 4. Salt Creek Interpretive Trail, Death Valley National Park. 5. Switzer Falls, Angeles National Forest. 6. Big Laguna Trail, Cleveland National Forest. 7.
- Borrego Palm Canyon Loop, Anza Borrego State Park. Miles: 3 | Elevation Gain: 462 ft | Guide. COVID-19 Update (as of 6/16/2020): Anza Borrego State Park is currently open with limited parking.
- Brush Canyon Trail, Griffith Park. Miles: 6.5 | Elevation: 1,050 ft | Guide. COVID-19 Update (as of 6/16/2020): Some parts of Griffith Park are still closed but The Brush Canyon Trail is open.
- Solstice Canyon Trail, Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area. Miles: 3.2 | Elevation Gain: 300-797 ft | Guide. COVID-19 Update (as of 6/16/2020): The Solstice Canyon Trail is currently open, as well as parking lots and restrooms.
- Yucca Point Trail, Torrey Pines State Reserve. Miles: 1.25 | Elevation Gain: 190 ft | Guide: Link. COVID-19 Update (as of 6/16/2020): Torrey Pines State Reserve is currently closed.
- Mishe Mokwa Trail to Sandstone Peak. Why you should go: A moderate, dog-friendly day hike to the highest point in the Santa Monica Mountains (3,111 feet) with sweeping views of rolling hills, the Pacific Ocean, and rust-colored sandstone cliffs.
- Mt. San Antonio via Devil’s Backbone. Why you should go: This bucket-list hike is the highest point in the sprawling San Gabriel Mountains, offering a challenging trek up a 10,064-foot peak.
- Lost Horse Mine Loop. Why you should go: Soak up some wild west history and amazing views of Pleasant Valley on this moderate Joshua Tree hike. Location: Joshua Tree National Park.
- Backbone Trail. Why you should go: This 68-mile stretch of trail winds along the spine of the Santa Monica Mountains, providing serious hikers, bikers, and equestrians with options galore for overnight treks or long days out.
- Torrey Pines State Beach Hiking Trail. 📏 Distance: 2.3 miles (3.7 km) ⏱️ Time: 1.5 hours. 📈 Difficulty: Easy. 📍 Starting point: North Torrey Pines Road.
- Boy Scout Trail at Joshua Tree National Park. 📏 Distance: 8 miles (13 km) ⏱️ Time: 4 hours. 📈 Difficulty: Advanced. 📍 Starting point: Keys West Trailhead.
- Devil’s Backbone Trail at Mount Baldy. 📏 Distance: 14 miles (23 km) ⏱️ Time: 9 hours. 📈 Difficulty: Advanced. 📍 Starting point: Baldy Knotch.
- Bridge to Nowhere. 📏 Distance: 9.5 miles (15.3 km) ⏱️ Time: 5.5 hours. 📈 Difficulty: Moderate to Advanced. 📍 Starting point: East Fork of the San Gabriel River.
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Mar 19, 2023 · 1. Mount Baldy (officially called Mount San Antonio) is one of the best and most challenging day hikes in Southern California. At 10,064ft, it is challenging in length, height and terrain. Photo by Luis Escalante. It is a 10-mile hike with a 3900ft elevation gain that’s an absolute must-do if you’re looking for an incredible high elevation hike.
