Dawson Peak
4.3 mi
Distance
2,628 ft
Elev. Gain
2h 45m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Expert
Difficulty
About This Trail
Dawson Peak is a point-to-point trail in Los Angeles County, California. It is 4.3 miles long and gains 2,628 feet. The surface is dirt. Per USDA Forest Service, it is open to horses. The nearest town is Wrightwood, California, about 2 miles away in a straight line.
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Trail Conditions
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Elevation Profile
| Point | Distance from start | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 mi | 2,014 ft |
| End | 4.3 mi | 2,810 ft |
Trail Details
Horse access: USDA Forest Service, checked 2026-10-14. Rules change, so confirm with the land manager before you go.
- Route Type
- Point to Point
- Surface
- Dirt
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Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Wrightwood, CA · about 2 mi away
- County:
- Los Angeles County, CA
Nearest town and county from U.S. Census Bureau place records and county boundaries.
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