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Riverside Trail

3.0 (1 Rating)
A short dirt path from Vermont Canyon Rd to East Ridge (Hogback) Trail, south of Glendale Peak.
1.2
mi
Distance
281
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
ViewsWildlife

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
1.19mi
Distance
281ft
Elevation Gain
78ft
Elevation Loss
35%
Max Grade
1,064ft
High Point
858ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
This trail starts off the east side of Vermont Canyon Rd with pull-off parking on the side of the road. Most visitors will head up this trail to access Glendale Peak and the longer Mount Hollywood Loop featured hike. By itself, this trail makes for a short excursion with opportunities to see wildlife and beautiful views of Griffith Park and the L.A. basin beyond.

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Contributors
Zander Gopfert