Echo Mountain via Lower Sam Merrill Trail trails
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Echo Mountain via Lower Sam Merrill Trail
United States > California > Los Angeles County > Altadena
The hike to Echo Mountain via the Lower Sam Merrill Trail offers a blend of history, nature, and panoramic views of the Los Angeles area. As you ascend, you'll pass remnants of the old Mt. Lowe Railway, including the ruins of the Echo Mountain House, which was once a luxurious resort accessible only by incline…
Distance: 5.6 mi • Elevation gain: 752 m • Maximum elevation: 972 m