State: California
Location: Angeles National Forest
Length, Round Trip: 6.1 miles
Trail Type: Out and Back
Elevation Change: 1250 feet
Best Season: Summer, Fall
Difficulty: Moderate
Usage: Moderate
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Trail Information
Mt. Islip (pronounced eye-slip) affords spectacular views over the San Gabriel Valley to the south and clear to the ocean, if the air is clear. For a good view of the valley areas, a smog-free day is best. The reason for the good view in all
Directions
is that the summit is not only high (8250 feet elevation), but is a fairly sharp peak. There used to be a Forest Service fire lookout tower on the top. Remains of a small cabin used by the lookout for living quarters may be seen just below the top. One of the earliest two-way radios used by the Forest Service was located at this lookout for fire reporting during the 1930′s. Forty years ago, there were many more lookouts on various peaks of the Angeles National Forest, but the increase in smog decreased visibility so much that their effectiveness was greatly reduced and they were closed.
Directions
From La Canada:
Follow Angeles Crest Highway to Islip Saddle (about 1 mile east of the tunnels). Park there and follow the Pacific Crest Trail up an easy grade 2.1 miles to Little Jimmy Campground, a favorite overnight stop for backpackers.
A National Forest Adventure Pass is required for your vehicle while parked in this area.
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