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Sandstone Peak in Winter: A Walk Above the Clouds in the Santa Monica Mountains
Read more: Sandstone Peak in Winter: A Walk Above the Clouds in the Santa Monica MountainsSandstone Peak is one of Southern California’s most classic hikes. At 3,111 feet, it’s the highest peak in the Santa Monica Mountains. On this 6.25-mile hike, you’ll pass green hills, dramatic sandstone formations, scramble up volcanic rock at the summit, and get 360 degree views all the way to the Pacific Ocean. It’s accessible year-round,…
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Hiking Echo Mountain Trail & Inspiration Point before Eaton Fire
Read more: Hiking Echo Mountain Trail & Inspiration Point before Eaton FireWelcome to Hike # 4 of my Couch to Peaks series. This Echo Mountain and Inspiration Point hike is one of the most popular hikes in Southern California, and represents a very gradual increase in difficulty from my third hike to Mt. Lukens. The photos and trail description below were captured on November 2024, two…
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Hiking Mount Lukens via Crescenta View Trail
Read more: Hiking Mount Lukens via Crescenta View TrailMt. Lukens, standing at 5,074 feet, is the tallest point in the city of Los Angeles. There are a few different routes to reach the peak. For the hike described here, I went on the Crescenta View Trail, a moderate out-and-back hike that covers approximately 9 miles round trip, with an elevation gain of about…
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Hiking Josephine Peak: an Underrated Hidden Gem in San Gabriel Mountains
Read more: Hiking Josephine Peak: an Underrated Hidden Gem in San Gabriel MountainsJosephine Peak hike, located in the San Gabriel Mountains, is a 5,561-foot summit that offers stunning panoramic views and a solid workout. This trail is perfect for hikers seeking solitude and adventure, just 30 minutes from downtown Los Angeles. While it’s not as popular as some of its more famous neighboring peaks, it’s a hidden…
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