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Brown Mountain Dam

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La Cañada Flintridge

"worth the wet socks and shoes"
Waterproof shoes recommended for stream crossings
Start early to beat the heat — 8-9 miles roundtrip

An 81-foot dam built in 1943 transforms into a cascading waterfall after rainfall. The shaded Gabrielino Trail winds through oaks and pines along Arroyo Seco Creek, and a narrow ledge lets brave souls duck behind the falls.

They recommend it:

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4.7

What are you into?

  • Shaded forest trail
  • Historic dam waterfall
  • Stream crossings
  • Moderate distance hike
  • Brown Mountain Dam
  • La Cañada Flintridge

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