local half-day hike - views over LA and the hills
Inspiration Point Day HIKE - ANGELES NATIONAL FOREST
getting there
Directions from LA: Park on the street near Cobb Estate Trailhead near the corner of Lake Ave and E Loma Alta Dr in north Altadena.
When to go: All year just check the weather in case of rain in winter.
Time from LA: 40 mins
Full adventure time: half day
Kit list
Footwear:
Sneakers are fine, and so are walking books
Clothing:
Dress for the weather. No technical gear is required
Fleece in case it gets cold
Waterproof if rain is forecast
Cap
Sunglasses
Other:
Water: 1 ltr per person minimum
Sun lotion
Snacks for the top
Walking sticks (optional)
Camera
The trail
Inspiration Point via Sam Merrill & Castle Canyon Loop
Length: 9.8 miles
Elevation gain: 2,755 ft
Average time: 6 hours
RECOMMENDED SNACKs
Pre-made sandwich
Apple
Nuts & dried mango
