Hiker at Hillside Wilderness Preserve in Monorovia Los Angeles County

Merry Hiking in Monrovia

When it’s cold outside, warm your heart (and your core!) with some hikes in Monrovia. Combine a wilderness wander with festive lights, find a trail less traveled for some peace on earth, and put some jolly in your step with an urban wander through Monrovia Old Town and up to the famous falls.

Week: 12.07.2021
Regions: Southern CA

Hill Yeah

Hike Less Known Hillside Wilderness Preserve in Monrovia

Hiker on trail at Hillside Wilderness Preserve in Monrovia
Hiker going up trail stairs at Hillside Wilderness Preserve in Monrovia Los Angeles County
Hiker walking past a bench on a trail highpoint overlooking mountains in Hillside Wilderness Preserve in Monrovia
Monrovia’s Hillside Wilderness Preserve may be far less popular than the iconic neighboring Monrovia Canyon, but it’s just as worthy of a hike, and you’ll see fewer people!
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Gorge-ous Escape

Explore Mt. Hood and Columbia River Gorge

Columbia River Gorge
Multnomah Falls
Multnomah Falls Lodge
East Gorge Food Trail
Oregon’s tallest mountain? That’s Mt. Hood—surrounded by six ski areas, surprise waterfall hikes, and plenty of rivers, lakes, and streams to play in. Just east of Portland, the region of Mt. Hood and the Columbia River Gorge brings a range of outdoor adventures for every season.
The Best of Mt. Hood & Columbia River Gorge

Little Loop and Lightscape

Hike Arcadia Wilderness Park in Los Angeles County and Visit the Arboretum

Hiker looking out to the mountains at Arcadia Wilderness Park in Los Angeles County
Hiker entering the hiking area at Arcadia Wilderness Park in Los Angeles County
Holiday lightshow at Los Angeles Arboretum and bright floral display
Hike a slice of Arcadia Wilderness Park and visit the holiday lightshow at Los Angeles County Arboretum
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Fountain to the Falls

Hike the Fountain to Falls Trail in Monrovia

Fountain to Falls trail Monrovia
There are three ways to reach the lovely Monrovia Canyon Falls, but only one of them is worthy of being named a good challenge!
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    Sunset Hike at Dante's View

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