The Top 16 Peaks around Altadena
Whether for the view or for the challenge, climbing the mountainous peaks around Altadena is the best way to experience more of this beautiful region. But with 16
to choose from, it can be tough to know which peak to proceed with. Thatโs why weโve collected the best peaks and summits around Altadena for you here โ so you can easily add one to your next adventure.
to choose from, it can be tough to know which peak to proceed with. Thatโs why weโve collected the best peaks and summits around Altadena for you here โ so you can easily add one to your next adventure.
Last updated: November 13, 2025
Mount Lowe Railway Ruins
Highlight โข Historical Site
The summit of Echo Mountain has the ruins of what was a resort complex for the Mount Lowe Railway circa 1900. A cable car took visitors up from Pasadena below โฆ
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Strawberry Peak
Highlight โข Summit
Strawberry Peak can be reached from two directions: from the east via Lawlor Saddle and the moderate Strawberry Peak Trail or from the west via the so-called Firebreak. The Firebreak โฆ
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Seven Trees Overlook
Highlight โข Viewpoint
A steep trail leads straight up from the Brand Library to this peak with spectacular panoramic views of Glendale, the Los Angeles river valley and the LA basin, with Griffith โฆ
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Colby Canyon Trail
Highlight โข Trail
Colby Canyon Trail is the shorter, but more challenging trail to summit Strawberry Peak instead of Strawberry Peak Trail (from Red Box Trailhead). You can hike via Josephine Peak or โฆ
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Tongva Peak
Highlight โข Summit
Tongva Peak stands at 2,656 feet and is a popular destination with hikers, trail runners, and mountain bikers and gravel riders. There are radio towers at the top along with โฆ
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View from Mount Lukens
Highlight โข Viewpoint
Mount Lukens is the highest mountain within the vicinity of Los Angeles. It has become a popular destination for experienced and less experienced outdoors enthusiasts thanks to its accessibility. If โฆ
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Mount Lowe Summit
Highlight โข Summit
One of my favourite Places on Earth. Not only cause of the great View but also of so many possibilities to reach the Top of Mt.Lowe from the Sunset Ridge, โฆ
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Wella's Peak
Highlight โข Summit
A moderately challenging trail leads up to Wella's Peak at an elevation of 2,995 feet with scenic views over the mountains and the Los Angeles Basin. The easiest approach is via Ken Burton Trail starting at Angeles Crest Station.
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Mt. Wilson Climb
Highlight (Segment) โข Climb
Climbing towards the famous Mount Wilson Observatory from La Canada Flintridge offers an iconic Los Angeles cycling experience, taking you high above the basin into the San Gabriel Mountains for โฆ
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Josephine Peak Road
Highlight (Segment) โข Trail
Josephine Road leads all the way up to a connection with the Strawberry Spur and Strawberry Peak Trails. The gravel road is rarely used, so you can be confident that โฆ
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San Gabriel Peak
Highlight โข Summit
San Gabriel Peak is an impressive mountain in the heart of the Angeles National Forest. Standing at 6,164 feet, this tall, pointed, exposed summit grants amazing, 360 degree views across โฆ
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