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Hiking Near San Dimas, California

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Shorter Routes

These hikes keep it under 5 miles and climb less than 1,500 feet, making them ideal for quicker outings or lower-key days. Perfect for a morning stretch, a casual afternoon, or getting outside without committing to a big push. Don’t let the stats fool you — many still pack in great views and rewarding moments.

Gale Mountain Loop

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Gale Mountain Loop

Birding
moderate
4.35 mi
+838 ft
Olinda Oil Trail + Museum

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Olinda Oil Trail + Museum

Views
easy
1.94 mi
+373 ft
Redwood Grove Trail

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Redwood Grove Trail

Dogs Allowed
easy
2.49 mi
+63 ft
Hermit Falls

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Hermit Falls

Waterfall
easy
2.68 mi
+937 ft
East Four Corners Loop

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East Four Corners Loop

Birding
moderate
4.94 mi
+781 ft
Sturtevant Falls

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Sturtevant Falls

Birding
easy
3.58 mi
+725 ft
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Adventurous Routes

These routes go beyond 10 miles and are built for days when you want to cover more ground and push a little deeper. Expect longer distances, more effort, and bigger payoffs — whether that’s remote terrain, summit views, or a full-day challenge. Ideal for hikers looking to go farther and stay out longer.

Mt. Bliss from Monrovia Canyon Park

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Mt. Bliss from Monrovia Canyon Park

River/Creek
extreme
13.05 mi
+3,090 ft
Bear Canyon + Baldy and Three T's

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Bear Canyon + Baldy and Three T's

Less Crowded
extreme
19.77 mi
+8,064 ft
Mount Baldy via Bear Canyon Trail

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Mount Baldy via Bear Canyon Trail

Less Crowded
extreme
12.16 mi
+5,816 ft
Chino Hills State Park Loop

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Chino Hills State Park Loop

Wildflowers
extreme
20.48 mi
+2,849 ft
OCTA 30k

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OCTA 30k

Lake
strenuous
18.94 mi
+1,172 ft
Telegraph/South Ridge Loop

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Telegraph/South Ridge Loop

Views
strenuous
10.58 mi
+1,264 ft

Other Nearby Routes

Not finding what you're looking for? These additional nearby hikes offer more ways to get outside and explore the area. With a mix of lengths, difficulty levels, and terrain, you're likely to find something that fits your plans for the day. And remember, you can always use the onX Route Builder to create your own adventure from scratch.

Bonelli Trail

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Bonelli Trail

Lake
strenuous
9.72 mi
+1,483 ft
Van Tassel to Mount Bliss

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Van Tassel to Mount Bliss

Views
strenuous
9.46 mi
+3,204 ft
Bridge to Nowhere / East Fork San Gabriel River Trail

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Bridge to Nowhere / East Fork San Gabriel River Trail

strenuous
9.49 mi
+1,202 ft
Bridge to Nowhere - East Fork Trail #8W13

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Bridge to Nowhere - East Fork Trail #8W13

Family Friendly
moderate
9.21 mi
+978 ft
Lilac Trail

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Lilac Trail

Less Crowded
moderate
5.31 mi
+1,180 ft
Schabarum Loop

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Schabarum Loop

Views
moderate
5.83 mi
+1,407 ft