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Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
02/17/2025
The trailhead is signed and has interpretive signage about wildlife in the area. Keep in mind the trailhead is located about a quarter mile from the nearest onstreet parking.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
02/17/2025
The trail begins on a wide dirt path with switchbacks leading up the hillside.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
02/17/2025
Upon reaching the top, views of the San Gabriel Mountains open up above the skyline of surrounding homes.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
02/17/2025
A short portion of the trail follows a paved service road for the water tower - this road is closed to unauthorized vehicle traffic.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
02/17/2025
Upon reaching the water tower, the trail switches back to gravel and proceeds further up the hills.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
02/17/2025
Vista points across the surrounding areas might be the biggest feature of this hike.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
02/17/2025
Small foot paths veer from the main trail with signs marking that only the main trail is maintained by the parks.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
02/17/2025
The trail proceeds on an uphill zag for almost its entire length.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
02/17/2025
The final stretch to reach the peak of the Peralta Hills.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
02/17/2025
Peralta Hills approaching the peak.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
02/17/2025
Peralta Peak above the Anaheim Hills area.