Blue Ridge Truck Trail
San Gabriel Mountains National Monument, Los Angeles County, CA
Out-and-back trail in San Gabriel Mountains National Monument, Los Angeles County, CA. Hiking.
- Distance
- 16 mi (25.8 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 2,096 ft (639 m)
- Est. Time
- 6 hr 15 min
- High point
- 8,465 ft (2,580 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Campsite: Blue Ridge Camp 4.8 mi (7.7 km) from start
- Campsite: Guffy Campground 10.8 mi (17.5 km) from start
- Historic site: 1983 Winter Transit Memorial 12.9 mi (20.8 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Blue Ridge Truck Trail
How long is Blue Ridge Truck Trail?
Blue Ridge Truck Trail is 16 mi (25.8 km) long. Most people take about 6 hr 15 min. It climbs 2,096 ft (639 m) in total, up to a high point of 8,465 ft (2,580 m).
How hard is Blue Ridge Truck Trail?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Blue Ridge Truck Trail?
Parking at the start, Fee. Closest lot to the start: Inspiration Point Trail Head.
Are there water and toilets on Blue Ridge Truck Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: Trailhead.
Is Blue Ridge Truck Trail shaded?
Partly shaded (38% under trees).
What can you do on Blue Ridge Truck Trail?
Best for Hiking. Surface: dirt.
Where can you eat near Blue Ridge Truck Trail?
Big Pines Lodge, 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from the start.
Is this a good week for Blue Ridge Truck 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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