Cobb Estate - Altadena, California

Cobb Estate, located in Altadena, CA 91001, is a historical place and popular tourist attraction that is wheelchair accessible and great for kids. The estate was once owned by a man named Charles Cobb, who made his fortune in the gold rush. After his death, the estate was left to the public and has since become a popular spot for hiking, picnicking, and exploring.

One of the main features of Cobb Estate is the beautiful views it offers of the surrounding mountains and the city below. Visitors can also explore the ruins of the estate, which include the foundation of the main house and several outbuildings. There is also a small pond on the property, which is home to a variety of wildlife.

The estate is open daily and is free to visit. However, there are no facilities on the property, so visitors are advised to bring water and snacks. There is also a parking lot located near the entrance, but it can fill up quickly on weekends and holidays.

Cobb Estate has received excellent reviews on Google My Business, with an average rating of 4.6/5 based on 387 reviews. Visitors have praised the estate for its beauty, history, and peaceful atmosphere. Many have also commented on the abundance of wildlife, including birds, squirrels, and rabbits.

Reviews of Cobb Estate

Your Pursenality

5/5

I usually don't go out on a hike on Sunday's but, I made an exception this past Sunday. The hike is 5.4 miles out and back, the hills are steep and can be tough for a beginner. Overall I was glad I went up the, the weather was amazing and the rays of the sun? were really sparkling... it made the day that much brighter! Enjoy the views!

Ian Archbold

5/5

Great park with awesome ruins. There are several trails that all pretty well maintained and marked. The hike itself is pretty easy to moderate if choose to take the trails to the top of the ridge. Not too crowded either. The parking is on the street though so be aware of signs.

Rachel Orfila

5/5

An abandoned estate, now part of the Angeles National Forest. Several trails that vary in difficulty, including the Altadena Crest Trail that zigzags all the way up the mountain. This is an underrated area for birding. Lots of quail, nuthatches, various migratory species.

Diego Sanchez

5/5

Very peaceful, great place to relax IF YOU LIKE PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES I'm fat so I was out of breath the first 10 seconds and there is very limited parking

Leo Chan

5/5

Good hiking condition if you go early. The sun is block if you hike up earlier in the day (8am). So its cooler and easier in terms of temperature to deal with. Good distance 2.5 miles one way. No difficult spot, just a little longer than most and narrow path. (Not shoulder to shoulder, but it's not road path like potato mtn.)

Anthony Ibarrola

4/5

Also called Enchanted or Haunted Forest. In the early 1930 it was owned by Charles Cobb until he died and now belongs to the Forest Service. It’s also were the Sam Merritt Trail begins that leads to Echo Mountain, White City & Mt. Lowe railway ruins as well as Inspiration Point and other trails. Parking is free along Alta Loma & Lake Streets.

LJ V

5/5

Very nice place to hike. Took my dog to hike and check out the nice scenery. Was also able to see the stealth bomber fly towards the rose bowl

sydney wen

5/5

Worth a quick hike up to see some LA history. It is a dusty steep trail that is very popular so bring water and pick up your trash.