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Sycamore Canyon Trail

5 ★★★★★ 17 Google reviews · Running trail in San Dimas, California · Posted hours

Runner's snapshot

Surface
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Confirmed from Sycamore Canyon Trail's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.

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What runners say about Sycamore Canyon Trail

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (17 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

🏞️ beautiful scenery 5 mentions

“The Sycamore Canyon Trail that's located in San Dimas, California is a beautiful trail to hike.”

👟 good for all levels 2 mentions

“Bring water and your hiking shoes, and this is a beginner friendly trail”

This is steep trail at times. Worth the climb when you get to top.. Amazing view at sunrise.. can’t wait to do sunset hike!

★★★★★ — Kat , Mar 2021

If you possess the stamina, have an exploratory nature and wish to see something most simply haven't dared to, the be sure to take the hike up Sycamore Canyon Trail to this grand look-out point.

★★★★★ — Trênt , May 2022

Beautiful trail. Nice inclines for the legs and mental grit. As soon as I hit Poison Oak trail I ventured into a side trail and encountered a Big Brown Bear. Of course i made myself as big as possible and began to yell at it. I was maybe 30 ft away from it. Be aware of the wildlife.

★★★★★ — Gilbert , Jul 2025

The Sycamore Canyon Trail that's located in San Dimas, California is a beautiful trail to hike. The free parking and restrooms are located at the Dog Park in the front of the trail. Bring water and your hiking shoes, and this is a beginner friendly trail

★★★★★ — Nicholas , May 2025

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Trail conditions & character

What this trail is actually like underfoot and overhead, taken from its own listing and from reviews. Each one links to every other trail with the same character. Busy or quiet is reported as a plain fact, not a plus or a minus — a runner heading out alone at dawn often wants company on the path, and someone running intervals wants an empty one.

🏞️ Scenic views 8 mentions

“The Sycamore Canyon Trail that's located in San Dimas, California is a beautiful trail to hike.”

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⛰️ Hills / elevation 5 mentions

“This is steep trail at times.”

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🐕 Dog-friendly 3 mentions

“The free parking and restrooms are located at the Dog Park in the front of the trail.”

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🅿️ Trailhead parking

“The free parking and restrooms are located at the Dog Park in the front of the trail.”

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🚰 Water fountains

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Plan your run at Sycamore Canyon Trail

The practical stuff

  • AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
  • DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
  • ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
  • At the trailheadparking, water — reported by runners
  • DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
  • Websitesandimasca.gov
  • Phone(909) 394-6272
  • Social Instagram · Facebook

Hours

Monday 6 AM–8 PM
Tuesday 6 AM–8 PM
Wednesday 6 AM–8 PM
Thursday 6 AM–8 PM
Friday 6 AM–8 PM
Saturday 6 AM–8 PM
Sunday 6 AM–8 PM

Posted hours for the park or trailhead. Gates and parking lots often close earlier than the trail itself, and seasonal hours change — worth a check before a pre-dawn or after-dark run.

Where to find Sycamore Canyon Trail

Unnamed Road, San Dimas, CA 91773

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Listing verified July 2026 from public records, the trail's own website and runner reviews. Trail conditions change — paths flood, gates close at dusk, and shaded woods stay muddy for days after rain. Something out of date? Report a correction. Manage this trail? Send us the details — it is free.