Reco Mountain trails

Hiking Mount Islip offers a well-rounded experience in the San Gabriel Mountains. Along the route, you'll encounter diverse landscapes, including dense forests, scenic ridgelines, and expansive views stretching from the Mojave Desert to the surrounding San Gabriel Canyon, with glimpses of the rugged ridges and…

Distance: 5.5 mi • Elevation gain: 743 m • Maximum elevation: 2,506 m

The Skyline Trail is a challenging loop hike that rewards adventurous visitors with sweeping views of the surrounding Ouachita Mountains, lush forests, glimpses of the Mountain Fork River below and even a hidden waterfall nestled in the forest. The trail leads hikers through rocky paths, forested ridges, and…

Distance: 8.5 mi • Elevation gain: 450 m • Maximum elevation: 263 m

The Precipice Loop is a highly challenging and adventurous hike, renowned for its steep, exposed cliffs and iron rungs that assist hikers in ascending the vertical face of Champlain Mountain. The climb offers dramatic views of Frenchman Bay and the surrounding landscapes, but it demands both physical stamina…

Distance: 2.8 mi • Elevation gain: 359 m • Maximum elevation: 317 m

Distance: 22.3 mi • Elevation gain: 2,231 m • Maximum elevation: 2,315 m