1.9 miles
Distance
368 ft
Climb
-1,144 ft
Descent
00:34:30
Avg time
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Mt. Lowe East Trail Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Angeles National Forest
    Pasadena, California
  • Difficulty Rating
    Black Diamond rate
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    DH, AM
  • Direction
    Downhill Primary
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  • Climb Difficulty
    Green
  • Physical Rating
    Moderate
  • Season
    year round
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • eBike Allowed
    No
  • TTFs on Trail
    Roller Coaster
  • Ride in Rain
    Yes
  • Global Ranking
    #37558 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #21105 in Hiking
  • Local Popularity
    80 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 45 in Trail Running
    • 65 in Hiking

Coming down from the paved road near Mt Wilson, Mt. Lowe East is the 1st single track trail to the left after coming thru the old tunnel.

You climb the Mt Lowe Fireroad to a three way fire road junction and you will see the Mt Lowe East trail to the far left. The single track starts with a couple of rock steps and climbs to a metal trail sign labeled Mt Lowe / Mt Wilson. Mt Lowe East single track is very narrow, loose, and exposed. There are many 180 switchbacks and areas where you may prefer to walk over ride. There are a number of "chutes" that go straight down so be careful and be aware the regular trail always switchbacks at these points and is safer. Competent DH riders may prefer the straight "chutes" where All Mountain riders may prefer the standard trail which is still very challenging. This trail demands focus and attention its entire length.

The trail reconnects to Mt Lowe Fire Road and you continue down to the junction of Middle Sam Merrell Trail and Inspiration Point. Inspiration Point is to the left at this junction and is well worth the short climb for the historic view. Descending Middle Merrill from here is a classic trail with similar conditions to Mt Lowe East. Be aware that you will likely encounter many hikers as you get closer to Echo Mountain.

Using a bell on your bicycle is highly recommended.

Local Trail Association
Traditionally Indigenous Territory
More Stats for Mt. Lowe East Trail mountain bike trail trail
  • Altitude change
    -776 ft
  • Altitude min
    4,515 ft
  • Altitude max
    5,419 ft
  • Altitude start
    5,291 ft
  • Altitude end
    4,515 ft
  • Grade
    -7.879%
  • Grade max
    -94.905%
  • Grade min
    45.968%
  • Distance climb
    3,600 ft
  • Distance down
    1 mile
  • Distance flat
    303 ft
  • Avg time
    00:34:30
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      • 16 miles avg distance
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      • Last: Sep 23, 2023

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