The trail is real steep and strenuous, at least for me, and unforgiving. It's a straight shot to the top, but well worth it when you get there. The way down isn't much easier, I highly recommend bringing a walking stick (or finding one!) for the way down. I imagine there's multiple ways down the mountain but I came down the same way I went up. And it's a little treacherous and hard on the knees. But the views that you are treated to are breathtaking and there's even a nice little seat for you to rest at near the top! Not for the faint of heart but...
Read moreI actually really like this hike. I always go to the first peak. It's maybe 20 minutes either way. The views are awesome. It has a good incline and I can really feel it in my legs. Luckily I'm a really good massage therapist so I can fix myself whenever I start to feel the burn in my calves. If you are an avid hiker and happen to need a massage therapist check out my google page reviews at Healing Hero Hands. I believe I am the only 5 star rated massage...
Read moreGreat hike with multiple options for cutoffs if it's too steep. It starts off steep and stays steep the whole way. You can do out and back, or make it a loop like I did, going up the trail then down the road. Gorgeous overlooks of Burbank and LA, excellent place to watch the sunset if you time it right, and SO close to town. Some of the steps need reset, as erosion has made them unusable, but the trail is in good...
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