A solid entry to the Verdugo Mountains with rewarding climbs and views, but watch the start—there are ruts and leftover metal pieces on the trail. Stay alert and pick your …

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6.98 km

Brand Park

Highlight • Viewpoint

10.8 km

Verdugo Peak

Highlight • Summit

You can approach this 3,124-foot peak from several directions, but the multi-use Verdugo Motorway is the most common uphill option.

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11.6 km

Henderson Canyon Open Space

Nature Reserve

19.4 km

Verdugo Mountain Park

Nature Reserve

37.3 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

19.2 km

6.66 km

6.35 km

3.40 km

1.67 km

Surfaces

13.5 km

11.8 km

5.97 km

4.99 km

542 m

517 m

Elevation

Highest point (920 m)

Lowest point (190 m)

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