Trail Overview

Magic Mountain Summit Trail is a 9.2-mile route traversing the scenic Magic Mountain Wilderness within the Angeles National Forest. Beginning near Magic Mountain Peak, the trail descends 2,610 feet to an access road at the base, which is gated and may or may not be open depending on conditions. This route offers expansive views of the surrounding valleys from multiple vantage points. Notable features include a weathered, abandoned vehicle at a scenic overlook and several shaded stretches with diverse native vegetation. Rated as moderate in difficulty, the descent is generally straightforward but requires careful control on the downhill grades. The return climb to Magic Mountain Peak is more demanding, presenting both challenges and rewarding scenery. A four-wheel-drive, high-clearance vehicle is strongly recommended, as sections of the route are steep, rocky, and rutted, with tall vegetation between the wheel tracks.

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Difficulty

The trail is unmaintained and includes several narrow sections. While the descent is manageable at a slow pace, the return climb can be challenging, with steep inclines, small ruts, and loose rock and dirt.

Technical Rating

C Ferris

Apr 13, 2026

Open

Agree with prior poster. Access by lang station road is blocked by private gate. If anyone knows how to access magic mountain truck trail from the 14 fwy/soledad canyon road area please advise. I feel like it should be illegal to block a public us forest service road by a private gate

Ezio

Mar 07, 2026

Open

Access through Lang Station Road by the train tracks off the 14 is blocked and marked private. There is a gate blocking cars from passing. I did not venture in on foot. Hikers or bicyclists could pass. The other entrance, Indian Canyon Trailhead, is currently closed to vehicle traffic. Seasonal, hopefully.

tsh Oakday$86

Nov 29, 2025

Open