High Desert National Recreation Trail
San Gabriel Mountains National Monument, Los Angeles County, CA
Point-to-point trail in San Gabriel Mountains National Monument, Los Angeles County, CA. Hiking.
- Distance
- 20.6 mi (33.2 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 5,194 ft (1,583 m)
- Est. Time
- 9 hr 15 min
- High point
- 6,949 ft (2,118 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Point to point
Along the way
- Spring 3.8 mi (6.1 km) from start
- Peak: Devils Chair 12.1 mi (19.4 km) from start
- Campsite: South Fork 15.1 mi (24.3 km) from start
- Trailhead: Vincent's Gulch Trailhead 20.6 mi (33.2 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about High Desert National Recreation Trail
How long is High Desert National Recreation Trail?
High Desert National Recreation Trail is 20.6 mi (33.2 km) long. Most people take about 9 hr 15 min. It climbs 5,194 ft (1,583 m) in total, up to a high point of 6,949 ft (2,118 m).
How hard is High Desert National Recreation Trail?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for High Desert National Recreation Trail?
3 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on High Desert National Recreation Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: Trailhead. 1 springs (treat before drinking).
Is High Desert National Recreation Trail shaded?
Partly shaded (42% under trees).
What can you do on High Desert National Recreation Trail?
Best for Hiking.
Is this a good week for High Desert National Recreation 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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