Echo Mountain and Inspiration Point Loop
Echo Mountain Trailhead
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Distance
10.16 miles
Elevation Gain
3369 ft
Route Type
Loop
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Added by Charlie Jasper
Hike to the ruins of the Echo Mountain Resort before heading up to panoramic views at Inspiration Point.
The trail switchbacks up the mountain before reaching the first historic marker, in 3 miles. These are the remains of the Mount Lowe Railroad, which brought customers to Echo Mountain Resort, also in ruins, nearby. Explore the historic sites, then head up Castle Canyon Trail.
A steep climb will bring you to Inspiration Point, where telescopes give views of the area. To head back down, take the shady Sam Merrill Trail.
For a shorter hike (5.6 mile), check out Echo Mountain Loop.
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Charlie Jasper
3/7/2017
The SGV's Runyon Canyon
The later you go, the more crowded it is. The Echo Mountain hike is considerably shorter than the Bridge to Nowhere (which can also ...
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Miguel Lee
1/8/2017
Beauty
Magnificent
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Katie Boddy
7/7/2016
Holy Workout
Decided to do this trail on a whim, last Saturday morning. Definitely wasn't expecting such an incline, but it was worth it once you ...
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Michelle Leiva
6/26/2016
INSPIRATION POINT = LOTS OF WATER
Originally started the hike to Echo mountain at 7 am with my dog. It took us about 40 minutes - an hour to reach ...
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Patrick Mohney
4/17/2016
Bring Plenty Of Water
It's very well maintained trail all the way through. It can be a little crowded in the first leg up to echo mountain resort. ...
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CHRISTINA HARRINGTON
4/3/2016
Beautiful Views, Great Training
Beautiful views all along the way. Many trails to choose from, though I recommend going all the way to Inspiration Point. Went on a ...
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Josh Heineman
3/13/2016
Lots Of Trails
Long beautiful hike with many other trails to go on along the way. Amazing views from inspiration point.
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