Alder Creek Trail
San Gabriel Mountains National Monument, Los Angeles County, CA
Out-and-back trail in San Gabriel Mountains National Monument, Los Angeles County, CA. Mountain biking & Hiking.
- Distance
- 8.7 mi (14.1 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 1,598 ft (487 m)
- Est. Time
- 2 hr 10 min
- High point
- 4,416 ft (1,346 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Out & back
Questions about Alder Creek Trail
How long is Alder Creek Trail?
Alder Creek Trail is 8.7 mi (14.1 km) long. Most people take about 2 hr 10 min. It climbs 1,598 ft (487 m) in total, up to a high point of 4,416 ft (1,346 m).
How hard is Alder Creek Trail?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Is Alder Creek Trail shaded?
No shade: full sun.
What can you do on Alder Creek Trail?
Best for Mountain biking. Also: Hiking. Shared with bikes. Surface: dirt.
Is this a good week for Alder Creek Trail?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
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