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The best walks and hikes around Altadena

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To help you find the best hikes and walks around Altadena, we’ve reviewed our full collection of trails and routes in the region. Browse all of the details of each route below — and explore more of the nature around Altadena.

Last updated: November 7, 2025

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1. Echo Mountain via Sam Merrill Trail — Angeles National Forest

10.7km

03:36

530m

Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Lower Sam Merrill Trail — Angeles National Forest

8.62km

02:59

470m

Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Mount Lowe Railway Ruins loop — Angeles National Forest

8.72km

03:23

500m

Expert hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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4. Muir Peak to Inspiration Point loop — Angeles National Forest

13.9km

05:54

950m

Expert hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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5. Brown Mountain – Angeles National Forest

14.4km

05:05

710m

Expert hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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The best walks and hikes around Altadena

1. Echo Mountain via Sam Merrill Trail — Angeles National Forest

2. Lower Sam Merrill Trail — Angeles National Forest

3. Mount Lowe Railway Ruins loop — Angeles National Forest

4. Muir Peak to Inspiration Point loop — Angeles National Forest

5. Brown Mountain – Angeles National Forest

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