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Sam Merrell Trail

Sam Merrell Trail, 91001

๐Ÿš‚"Very cool hundred year old history of the funicular rail up the mountain"
๐ŸŒ„Sunsets from the summit are legendary
๐Ÿ”„Combine with Castle Canyon for a loop

Climb into LA's past on this sweat-inducing trail to the ruins of a 1900s mountaintop resort. You'll earn panoramic views of the basin, wildflower-lined switchbacks, and crumbling railway relics from the old funicular.

Historic railway ruins
Summit sunset views
Strenuous mountain hike
Wildflower season
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  • Historic railway ruins
  • Summit sunset views
  • Strenuous mountain hike
  • Wildflower season
  • Sam Merrell Trail, 91001

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