🌤 Trail Weather — Plan Your Hike
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Trail Ready
47°F, Clear Sky. Layer for elevation. Summit conditions may differ from trailhead.
💨 Wind
0 mph N
No significant gusts
💧 Humidity
66%
Humid — heat feels stronger
👁 Visibility
6.2 mi
Good visibility
☁️ Cloud Cover
0%
Clear — full sun exposure
🌅 Sunrise
6:54 am
Ideal start time
🌇 Sunset
6:19 pm
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Today — 3-Hour Intervals
11 am
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47°
Feels 47°
💨 2/18
2 pm
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47°
Feels 46°
💨 4/22
5 pm
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49°
Feels 46°
💨 6/29
8 pm
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42°
Feels 39°
💨 4/26
11 pm
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38°
Feels 35°
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5-Day Forecast
💧 Humidity
66% Humid — heat feels stronger
👁 Visibility
6.2 mi — Good visibility
☁️ Clouds
0% Clear — full sun exposure
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Good Conditions — Go Hike
💧 Humidity
73% Humid — heat feels stronger
👁 Visibility
6.2 mi — Good visibility
☁️ Clouds
0% Clear — full sun exposure
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Acceptable — Check Elevation
💧 Humidity
58% Humid — heat feels stronger
👁 Visibility
6.2 mi — Good visibility
☁️ Clouds
0% Clear — full sun exposure
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Acceptable — Check Elevation
💧 Humidity
48% Comfortable
👁 Visibility
6.2 mi — Good visibility
☁️ Clouds
0% Clear — full sun exposure
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High Wind — Avoid Exposed Ridges
💧 Humidity
62% Humid — heat feels stronger
👁 Visibility
6.2 mi — Good visibility
☁️ Clouds
0% Clear — full sun exposure
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Good Conditions — Go Hike
Trailhead elevation only. Conditions change at altitude. Check weather.gov before heading out.
Oct 13, 10:07 am
One of the most demanding and photogenic summit climbs in the San Gabriel front country. After Icehouse Saddle, steep rocky switchbacks lead to a sheer cliff-edge summit with panoramic views dropping over the Inland Empire.
Trail Overview
This is Ice House Canyon plus another 2 miles and 1,300 feet past the saddle. The trail from Icehouse Saddle to Cucamonga Peak is significantly more demanding — loose rock, steep grades, and complete exposure. The summit sits on the edge of a cliff with a genuine drop. Views are extraordinary but this is not a casual extension. Budget a full day.
This Hike Is For You If…
Very fit experienced hikers comfortable with big elevation days and some exposure. Good Whitney training hike.
Skip This Hike If…
Skip if 8 miles and 2,600 feet to Icehouse Saddle was already your limit. The extension to the summit requires significantly more.
What to Expect on Trail
Terrain: Good canyon trail to saddle then rocky exposed ridge to summit. Some loose rock above the saddle.
Shade: Partial
Water: Seasonal. Ice House Creek lower section only. Carry 3 liters from the trailhead.
Views: Outstanding
Crowds: Fewer people continue from saddle to summit. Peak itself is rarely crowded.
Dogs: Yes, dogs are welcome on this trail.
Best Arrival: Before 7am. This is a long day and an early start is non-negotiable.
This is a Tier 1 sourced review. Trail information is based on published sources and research. Andrew has not personally hiked this trail yet. Photos and firsthand sensory detail will be added when upgraded to Tier 2.
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11.6 miRound Trip
3900 ftElev. Gain
StrenuousDifficulty
6-8 hoursEst. Time
8859 ftHighest Point
Out-and-BackRoute Type
YesDogs
NonePermit
Trailhead & Logistics
Address: Ice House Canyon Trailhead, Ice House Canyon Road, Mt. Baldy, CA 91759
Parking: Dirt lot at trailhead. Adventure Pass required. Fills by 8am on weekends.
Bathroom: Pit Toilet
Cell Service: Partial
Best Arrival: Before 7am. This is a long day and an early start is non-negotiable.
Trail Reality Check
This is Ice House Canyon plus another 2 miles and 1,300 feet past the saddle. The trail from Icehouse Saddle to Cucamonga Peak is significantly more demanding — loose rock, steep grades, and complete exposure. The summit sits on the edge of a cliff with a genuine drop. Views are extraordinary but this is not a casual extension. Budget a full day.
Terrain: Good canyon trail to saddle then rocky exposed ridge to summit. Some loose rock above the saddle.
Shade: Partial
Water: Seasonal — Ice House Creek lower section only. Carry 3 liters from the trailhead.
Views: Outstanding
Crowds: Moderate — Fewer people continue from saddle to summit. Peak itself is rarely crowded.
Who should do this: Very fit experienced hikers comfortable with big elevation days and some exposure. Good Whitney training hike.
Who should skip this: Skip if 8 miles and 2,600 feet to Icehouse Saddle was already your limit. The extension to the summit requires significantly more.
