Windy Gap Trail, Mountain trail in Angeles National Forest, California.
The Windy Gap Trail extends for 2 miles through diverse vegetation, connecting the San Gabriel River valley to the Pacific Crest Trail.
The Curve Fire of September 2002 affected sections of the trail, leading to substantial restoration efforts across the 20,857 acres of burned land.
The trail intersects with paths leading to numerous destinations including Little Jimmy Trail Camp, Mount Islip, and Baden-Powell, creating a network for outdoor exploration.
Starting from Crystal Lake Campground, hikers climb to an elevation of 7,588 feet while crossing the South Hawkins fire lookout access road twice.
The saddle at Windy Gap receives strong air currents from the canyon below, creating natural cooling effects for hikers during their ascent.
Location: California
GPS coordinates: 34.34330,-117.82900
Latest update: March 11, 2025 12:09
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