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Sawmill Campground via Maxwell Road Trailhead Access: From the LA area, take I-5 north to Castaic, exit north at Lake Hughes Road. Drive north on Lake Hughes road until you reach 34°40'26"N, 118°27'20"W. This is about .4 miles before Lake Hughes dead ends at Pine Canyon road. Turn left onto graded dirt road 7N08. Some maps call this 'Discovery Trail #1' or 'Maxwell Road'. Total Distance: 10.94 miles Elevation Gain/loss: Low point: 3219 feet, High point: 5474 feet Starts at: 34°40'26"N, 118°27'20"W Ends at: 34°42'06"N, 118°34'21"W Comments: As you proceed upward you will pass a few smaller roads branching off to the left, just keep right on the main track. After a little more than 9 miles, you will arrive at a large 4 way intersection at 34°41'30"N, 118°33'17"W. Continue straight across, northwest, onto 7N23. Another 1.4 miles will take you to the Sawmill Campground. There are some GREAT views to the north from this short stretch of road. US Forest Service rates this trail as easy. |
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