Angeles Crest Highway (CA-2) - San Gabriel Mountain Spine
Legendary Southern California sportbike proving ground climbing from the Los Angeles basin into alpine terrain above 7,900 feet. Features sweeping high-speed radius bends, Dawson Saddle tunnel, and historic Newcomb's Ranch.
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Legendary 1930s Alcoa stone lodge perched right on the raging rapids of the Cheoah River, 5 miles south of the Tail of the Dragon. High-end rider hospitality with roaring river vistas, stone hearths, and an upscale evening tavern where motorcyclists toast surviving 318 curves.
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How many curves and miles is Angeles Crest Highway (CA-2) - San Gabriel Mountain Spine? ▼
Angeles Crest Highway (CA-2) - San Gabriel Mountain Spine spans 66 miles and packs approximately 410 curves (6.2 curves per mile) with an elevation delta of 1,400 ft - 7,903 ft (Dawson Saddle) and technical rating 8/10.
Where are the start and end coordinates? ▼
The route starts at La Cañada Flintridge, CA (Latitude 34.2078, Longitude -118.2069) and finishes at Mountain Top Junction / Wrightwood, CA (Latitude 34.3644, Longitude -117.6534).
How can I download the GPX file for GPS navigation? ▼
Click the "Download Free GPX" button on this guide. The standard XML file is 100% free and ready to load into Garmin zūmo, BMW Motorrad Connected, Rever, Scenic, or Google Maps.