I can't believe that after 25 years in LA we hadn't been to Mt. Wilson Observatory. It only takes about 40 minutes to drive from Glendale/Pasadena. At the Observatory, you're at over 5700', so the views are spectacular (depending on the weather and smog). We decided to take the tour, which cost $10pp. It was worth it, mostly because it... More

We took a day trip up Mt Wilson Observatory. We didn't know it was going to be that cold so we didn't dress for it. Beautiful scenic ride up and down.

This is a great place to visit! It is both interesting and educational. The view is spectacular and panoramic. The cut off road (Mt. Wilson Red Box Rd) from Angel Crest highway is a bit rough, narrow and curvy! That should not deter anyone. There are security areas and a fee to park anywhere for hiking or visiting. The tours... More

The tile tells you the highlights of this attraction! Give it try on a nice clear day. You will be unstressed! My husband did it a lot for free stress management!

Try to get there when you can get a tour (at this time - October - 1PM on Sat. and Sun., be sure to check the observatory website). Even if you can't be there for a tour, there are several museum/exhibits that you can visit with much very interesting information about the history and science of the observatory. For anyone... More

Come up here on a clear afternoon & stay for the most amazing sunset view of LA & much of Southern California. The ocean of lights below is really spellbinding. You must negotiate the sinuous Angeles Crest Highway to get here. It's a challenge, but beautiful. Recently reopened since a big forest fire a couple years ago.

I used to go here in the winter in my Dad's old Ford wagon to play in the nearest snow to our home near Elysian Park. Many happy memories of the restaurant and the views from the top.

Visited here in July 2008. Be aware, at least at the time of my visit, that you need a $5 park access ticket that you can buy at a sports store down at the base of the access road. Beyond that, it's a beautiful drive up into the San Gabriel Mountains, through pines in the constant SoCal sunshine. The observatory... More