EXTRAORDINARY LANDSCAPES. ENDURING STORIES.

San Gabriel Mountains National Monument

Mountain country above the city
California
Scenic header: Independence Monument as seen from Rim Rock Drive is an icon of the larger national monument. · NPS Photo · Photo credits
TAKE TIME TO DISCOVER

Mountain country above the city

Canyons, high ridges and forested slopes offer a dramatic change of setting above greater Los Angeles. Choose a specific road corridor or trail that matches the day’s conditions.

BUILD A MEMORABLE VISIT

What to explore

  • 01San Gabriel Canyon
  • 02Angeles high-country landscapes
  • 03Designated day-hike trails

Before you go

Check road and trail closures, fire restrictions and parking requirements. Being close to the city does not make every trail a casual walk.

Give the place time

Choose a manageable walk, viewpoint or tour, and allow time for interpretation. Gateway areas help orient the visit; they are not exact entrance directions.

Make the details easy

Confirm the specific facilities, walking surfaces and vehicle access your group needs. Tours, transport and special access may require separate arrangements.

Check the official source for current access, hours, fees, reservations, permits and alerts. Photos may show earlier conditions. Suggested highlights are visit ideas, not a guarantee that every area is currently open.