How long is Mt Wilson Trail?

The Mt. Wilson trail is 6 miles long. It begins in Sierra Madre and ends at 2N45 (Mt Wilson Toll Road).

Is Mount Wilson hike open?

Currently no trails are open to Mt Wilson. Hikers can take Little Santa Anita Canyon trail to the Mt Wilson Toll Rd, then will need to go down the Toll Rd. The area is in the Bobcat Fire burn zone & closed to Apr 1, 2022, for safety, resource protection, and forest restoration.

Where do you park to hike Mt Wilson?

The trailhead can be found at the southern end of the lower parking lot down the steps to the right of the chemical toilets. Note: this trail is quite popular and fills up early on the weekends. If you get there at 7am, you might find the lot already full.

What time does Mount Wilson trail open?

Hours & Locations

General City Business
City Hall 232 W. Sierra Madre Blvd. Sierra Madre, CA 91024 (626) 355 – 7135	Monday – Thursday 7:30AM – 5:30PM Maximum lobby capacity of 6; no more than 2 groups of 2 at the front counter.
Mount Wilson Trail	Corner of Mount Wilson and E. Mira Monte Ave. Sierra Madre, CA 91024

Is Mt Wilson a good hike for beginners?

Even though Mt Wilson is a beginner friendly hike, its long and you should have hiking gear, not just workout clothes. It’s rare for Mt Wilson to get snow, but it does sometimes. And in the summer, there can be thunder storms.

How many trails are there in Mount Wilson?

Whether you’re getting ready to hike, bike, trail run, or explore other outdoor activities, AllTrails has 41 scenic trails in the Mount Wilson area. Enjoy hand-curated trail maps, along with reviews and photos from nature lovers like you.

Where is the Mt Wilson Trail sign?

The Mt Wilson trail sign is at the midpoint of the parking lot. Note: Looks like someone stole the sign so just look for a pole. Sometimes there’s an arrow. Watch out for Poodle Dog Bush in the burn areas on your way down. Enjoy a few hours of decent as the Mt Wilson Trail heads back down the mountain.

When did the Mt Wilson Trail become dangerous?

The electric streetcar line was extended to Sierra Madre in 1906, allowing lots of folks to hike the Mt Wilson Trail before cars were a thing. It remained popular until the 1950s, when it became so degraded that in 1953 a sign that said “unsafe to travel” was posted.