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Hey if anyone is interested, Mt. Wilson in LA is a great training hike. At the top of Baldwin Ave from the 210 fwy in Sierra Madre you start @ 960 ft and hike 7 miles up to 5710 ft and 7 miles down... approx 4750 ft total. Beautiful trail well maintained and a good tough hike; just not stratospheric like Baldy.

Well, for those of us who live in the LA metro area who miss hiking Baldy while it is closed may I suggest the Mt. Wilson trail starting from the end of Baldwin Ave in Sierra Madre. It is a 4800' gain in 14 miles RT. Peak is 5720'. Snack bar is open on top from April to November. Good chilidogs! Beautiful LA trail!