Near Millard Canyon Trail
Hiking along the creek on our way to Dawn Mine
Near Millard Canyon Trail
On the way to Dawn Mine
Near Millard Canyon Trail
Old mining engine that once delivered gold from Dawn mine
Near Millard Canyon Trail
Rock-Hopping terrain in Millard Canyon
Near Millard Canyon Trail
Sierra Club WTC Group Five, Winter 2012.

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Hike Trail

Millard Canyon Trail

4.6 (9 Ratings)
Hike through the canyon with river crossings and rock-hopping.
1.2
mi
Distance
796
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
Fall ColorsFamily FriendlyRiver/CreekWildflowers

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
1.2mi
Distance
796ft
Elevation Gain
47ft
Elevation Loss
60%
Max Grade
2,989ft
High Point
2,184ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
Hike from the parking lot at Chaney Trail and hike up Mt. Lowe Road 0.3 miles then turn left onto Sunset Ridge Trail. After another 0.3 miles, keep left at a fork near a cabin. This is the start of the path although it is an unofficial but well used route. The path is relatively easy to follow up the canyon and there are places of good tread. Near the junction with the Dawn Mine Trail, there is a fork leading down to the canyon bottom and the mine. The mine is closed off for public protection but there are many relics nearby. This route makes a good loop when combined with the Sunset Ridge Trail and the Dawn Mine Trail.

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