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First descent from parking area: 1 mile on paved Gould Mesa Road to junction with Gabrielino Trail.
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10/12/2021
Gould Mesa Campground is a hike-in campground with vault toilets, picnic tables and trash bins. Five campsites are available.
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10/12/2021
Turn left toward Paul Little Picnic Area at the junction with the Gabrielino Trail.
Charles Anderson
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10/12/2021
The Gabrielino Trail follows Arroyo Seco through a lush and shaded riparian environment.
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10/12/2021
A relatively flat trail is a welcome warm-up before the first climb of the loop.
Charles Anderson
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10/12/2021
The initial climb after Paul Little is rewarded with hints of the San Gabriel Mountains to the east.
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Keep your eye out for the junction with Ken Burton Trail. Turn right here, and be prepared for a lengthy climb.
Charles Anderson
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10/12/2021
As the climb continues along Ken Burton Trail, the scenery expands in all directions, including the views of the San Gabriel Mountains.
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A long and scenic descent down Brown Mountain Road.
Charles Anderson
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10/12/2021
Charles Anderson
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10/12/2021
Parking area off Highway 2 at beginning of Gould Mesa Loop.