Echo Mountain

Echo Mountain via the Sam Merrill Trail

I took the Sam Merrill Trail for the hike to Echo Mountain. This is probably a 3 season hike (Fall/Winter/Spring) but if done in the summer, leave early to take advantage of the shade on the way up. Nice views of the San Gabriels with informative plaques at the top noting the history of the Mount Lowe Railway and the White City.

Trailhead:

Sam Merrill Trailhead near the corner of E Loma Alta Dr and Lake Ave (34.2040346020715, -118.1284691046485)
Difficulty:

Easy
Aesthetic Rating:

Pretty views of the canyon on the way up along with vistas of LA as you turn towards the city
Distance:

5.78 mile out and back
Type:

Dayhike