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Josephine Peak Road

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  2. CA
  3. …Southern California
  4. San Gabriel Mountains National Monument
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“A fire road leading to Strawberry Saddle Trail. ”

Alex Fore
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3.9

Miles

6.3

KM
Doubletrack

5,505' 1,678 m

High

3,673' 1,120 m

Low

1,832' 558 m

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0' 0 m

Down

9%

Avg Grade (5°)

16%

Max Grade (9°)

Dogs Unknown

E-Bikes Not Allowed

Description

A fire road connector for Strawberry Peak Loop.

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Land Manager: USFS - Angeles National Forest Office

Shared By:

Alex Fore with improvements by Rick Oliver
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  3.0 from 5 votes

#4

in San Gabriel Mountains National Monument

#25467

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#4

in San Gabriel Mountains…

#2,107

in California

#25,467

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They look intimidating, but the switchbacks climbing to Josephine saddle are a very pleasant grade. South-facing, though, so exposed to the sun unless you climb it in a cloud.
Oct 20, 2018 near Altadena, CA
Looking back, half-way up the switchbacks on Josephine Saddle Fire road.
Apr 26, 2016 near Altadena, CA
Spectacular views from the top of Colby Canyon.
Sep 2, 2018 near Altadena, CA
View of Strawberry Peak from the top of Josephine Peak
Oct 1, 2017 near Altadena, CA
Turning east off of fire-road to the beginning of Colby Canyon Trail. Strawberry Peak in background.
Jan 8, 2022 near Altadena, CA

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