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Hikes/United States/California/Angeles National Forest
Difficulty
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Moderate
Elevation
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218 m
Distance
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4.8 km
Duration
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1.5-2h
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Mount Lowe Canyon Loop Trail

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The Mount Lowe Canyon Loop Trail is a fun little adventure in the Angeles National Forest that will take you through a scenic creekside setting. While out on the trail, you will follow along the Mount Lowe Motorway, before descending to the edge of Millard Creek for a view of Millard Falls. Make sure that you have your adventure pass displayed in your car prior to beginning your hike.

Route Description for Mount Lowe Canyon Loop Trail

If you are after a short adventure in Southern California that still features a bit of elevation gain and some beautiful waterfall views, then the Mount Lowe Canyon Loop Trail is a fantastic route to explore.

Setting out from the trailhead, you will make your way northeast along the Mount Lowe Motorway, before branching off on the Sunset Ridge Trail and following it downhill.

Here, you will make your way to the edge of Millard Creek, where you will enjoy some lovely canyon views that include the Millard Falls. Continue along the trail to the southwest as it runs alongside Millard Creek, and you will eventually arrive back at the trailhead where you began.

Getting to the Mount Lowe Canyon Loop Trail Trailhead

The trailhead for this hike can be found at the junction between Chaney Trail and the Mount Lowe Motorway, just north of Altadena, California.

Route Information

  • Backcountry Campground:

    Millard Camp

  • When to do:

    Year-Round

  • Pets allowed:

    Yes - On Leash

  • Family friendly:

    Yes

  • Route Signage:

    Average

  • Crowd Levels:

    Moderate

  • Route Type:

    Lollipop

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