How Long Is The Rubidoux Hike?

by | Last updated on January 24, 2024

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In This Guide Video and Turn-by-Turn Directions for the Mt Rubidoux Trail Where to Park for the Mt Rubidoux Trail Maps and Insider Tips for the Hike Total Distance (?) 3 miles (4.8 km) Hike Time

1-2 Hours

(Total)
Difficulty (?) Moderate Total Ascent (?) 560 feet (171m)

How many miles is Mt Rubidoux up and down?

The

2.7-mile

Mt. Rubidoux Trail is a paved, moderate-incline path. This is a great hike to do if you don’t have all day to get in those steps.

Can you hike Mt Rubidoux at night?

Data from electronic counters at Riverside’s Mount Rubidoux shows the average number of visitors at each hour of the day for the past nine months.

The park is closed at night

, but it’s not locked and people still use it.

Where do you park to hike Mt Rubidoux?

There are multiple ways to park and access Mt. Rubidoux Park, but the easiest way is to park at nearby

Ryan Bonomino Park

. Your trail starts by heading up San Andreas Ave/ Glenwood Dr to the trail head at the foot of Mt. Rubidoux (all paved, along the street on a sidewalk, somewhat uphill).

How steep is Mount Rubidoux?

It is typically at least 8 feet wide. The whole trail is estimated to be in the

moderately steep (5-8%) and steep (8-12%)

grade categories. All-terrain tires or motorized equipment may be needed for the grade.

How long is the Sycamore Canyon trail?

Explore this

3.3-mile

out-and-back trail near Whittier, California. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 1 h 20 min to complete. This is a very popular area for hiking, trail running, and walking, so you’ll likely encounter other people while exploring.

Are dogs allowed on Mt Rubidoux?

This park is the highest point in downtown Riverside. It is a popular hiking trail which offers a spectacular 360 degree view of Riverside.

Dogs on leash are allowed on the trails

.

How tall is Mount Rubidoux cross?

Mount Rubidoux Elevation

1,331 ft

(406 m) NAVD 88
Prominence 484 ft (148 m) Coordinates 33°59′02′′N 117°23′35′′WCoordinates: 33°59′02′′N 117°23′35′′W Geography

Who owns the cross on Mt Rubidoux?

While most of the mountain is owned by the city of Riverside, the top 0.43 acres that include the cross has been owned since 2014 by

Rivers & Lands Conservancy

after Washington D.C.-based Americans United for Separation of Church and State objected to having a religious symbol on public land.

Is Rubidoux a city?

Rubidoux Elevation 774 ft (236 m) Population (2010) • Total 34,280 • Density 3,400/sq mi (1,300/km

2

)

How do you pronounce Rubidoux?

RUBIDOUX: You say

Roo-bi-dew

, I say Roo-bi-dough.

How do you get to Mount Rubidoux?

Where is Mt Rubidoux located?

Rubidoux Park, located in

Riverside, California

and hiked the 4.3 Kilometer (2.7 miles) loop trail from the parking lot to the top of the mountain.

Is Big Sycamore Canyon trail open?

The trail is

open year-round

and is beautiful to visit anytime. This is a great family outing along the sycamore shaded Big Sycamore Canyon. Starting from Satwiwa Cultural Center, the trail is all downhill to the ocean, ending at Sycamore campground in Pt Mugu State Park.

How long is the Turnbull Canyon hike?

Explore this

2.40 mile

, out and back trail near Whittier, California. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 2 min to complete.

How long is Arroyo Pescadero trail?

Check out this

2.60 mile

, loop trail near Whittier, California. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 1 h 5 min to complete. This is a very popular area for hiking, horseback riding, and trail running, so you’ll likely encounter other people while exploring.

What is the history of Mount Rubidoux?


The mountain was named for one of its 19th century owners, wealthy ranchero Louis Rubidoux

. With the help of the deep pockets of Southern Pacific Railroad magnate Henry E. Huntington, Frank Miller, owner of the lavish, pride-of-Riverside Mission Inn, purchased the mountain in 1906.

What time does Mt Rubidoux close?

Mount Rubidoux Park is open from

dawn until dusk

. It covers 161 acres (0.65 km2; 0.252 sq mi) and features 3.5 miles (5.6 km) of paved roads and several dirt hiking trails.

Is Riverside San Bernardino County?

Taking its name from the City of Riverside,

Riverside County was formed in 1893 from a small portion of San Bernardino County

and a larger part of San Diego County.

Timothy Chehowski
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Timothy Chehowski
Timothy Chehowski is a travel writer and photographer with over 10 years of experience exploring the world. He has visited over 50 countries and has a passion for discovering off-the-beaten-path destinations and hidden gems. Juan's writing and photography have been featured in various travel publications.