Gabrielino National Recreation Trail
1 days · 25.7 mi · hard · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the Gabrielino National Recreation Trail is known for
This 25.7-mile route crosses rugged terrain in the San Gabriel Mountains. With 8,350 feet of elevation gain, it is a hard trip with sustained climbing.
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 4,573 ft to 15,220 ft over 25.7 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 14.7 mi · 58%
- Downhill 10.7 mi · 42%
- Flat 0.0 mi · 0%
Ridgefold breaks every route into uphill, downhill, and flat — see the full per-day breakdown in the app.
How hard is the Gabrielino National Recreation Trail?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Gabrielino National Recreation Trail scores 31/100, a relative rating across the 1,243 trails we've mapped, blending distance, elevation gain, and steepness. It is a comparison within our set, not an official rating.
Frequently asked questions
How much elevation gain is on the Gabrielino National Recreation Trail?
The Gabrielino National Recreation Trail climbs roughly 8,350 ft total — about 325 ft per mile, topping out near 4,675 ft.
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Sources & attribution
Route geometry from the USDA Forest Service National Forest System Trails dataset (EDW), a work of the US federal government in the public domain. Stats are approximate and may differ from official surveys; permit rules and conditions change — verify with the managing authority before your trip. Last reviewed July 2026.