West Mt. Waterman Trail and Lower West Mt. Waterman Ridge Loop

Trailhead: Angeles Crest Mile Marker 54.10

View of road leading up from the parking area at Angeles Crest Highway Mile Marker 54.10.

Trail: West Mt. Waterman Trail and Lower West Mt. Waterman Ridge Loop returning to Angeles Crest mile marker 54.10 via the Pacific Crest Trail.

Track map for West Mt. Waterman Trail and Lower West Mt. Waterman Ridge loop from May 2017 using Backcountry Navigator (US Forest Service-2013 map) from my phone.

Stats: 6.1 miles, 1435′ of gain and loss.

Last Hiked: 5-14-2017

Route Description:  From the parking area at Angeles Crest mile marker 54.10, follow the road, faint hiker’s trail, mild cross-country path that forms the West Mt. Waterman Trail leading to West Mt. Waterman Ridge. At the ridge, follow the faint hiker’s trail and mild cross-country path down the lower portion of West Mt. Waterman Ridge to a saddle that connects to the South Mt. Waterman Trail. Follow the South Mt. Waterman Trail toward Three Points, turn right (east) and return to the trailhead via the Pacific Crest Trail.

Points of Interest: 

  • There are numerous rock outcrops to explore along this route that can also serve as good spots to turn back for those wanting a shorter hike.

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