Pets allowed
Allowed with Restrictions
Elevation Gain
2,337.00 ft (712.32 m)
Trail type
There-and-back
Distance
6.70 mi (10.78 km)
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Crescenta View Trail is a 6.7-mile out-and-back, singletrack trail that ascends the foothills of the San Gabriel Mountains. The trailhead is located in Deukmejian Wilderness Park near Glendale, California. It passes through a rugged, mountainous terrain consisting mainly of chaparral, manzanita, yucca, and sage scrub. Mostly exposed, it provides scenic views of Crescenta Valley, Los Angeles Basin, and San Gabriel Mountains. It is accessible year-round and suitable for running, hiking, backpacking, and mountain biking. 

Starting from Deukmejian Wilderness Park, the Crescenta View Trail crosses Dunsmore Creek and ascends a series of switchbacks along Mount Lukens' southwest ridge. It climbs for 3.3 miles before reaching Mount Lukens Road, which connects to the top of Mount Lukens (5.074') to the north and Highway 2 to the south. 

TRAILHEAD AMENITIES

  • Paved parking area

  • Picnic Tables

  • Bathrooms

  • Potable water

WATER

Potable water is available in the parking lot just before the trailhead. There is no water along the trail. Visitors should make sure to bring, and carry, sufficient food and water. 

WHEN TO GO

The trail is accessible year-round, however, it is fully exposed and can be extremely hot in the summer, especially within the lower elevations.

PARKING

Deukmejian Park is open from sunrise to dusk, make sure you do not leave a car in the parking area past sunset or it will get locked inside.

 

Logistics + Planning

Preferable season(s)

Spring
Fall

Congestion

Moderate

Parking Pass

None

Open Year-round

Yes

Pros

Scenic Views. Trailhead amenities. Easy to access from the city.

Cons

Can get hot.

Trailhead Elevation

2,369.00 ft (722.07 m)

Highest point

4,633.00 ft (1,412.14 m)

Features

Wildlife
Big vistas
Wildflowers
Potable water

Typically multi-day

No

Suitable for

Biking

Permit required

No

Location

Nearby Lodging + Camping

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