Angeles National Forest in Los Angeles County, California — The American West (Pacific Coastal)
End of the Line
Mount Lowe Railway
Photographed by Craig Baker
1. End of the Line Marker
This is the view you would have as you approach the White City from the Alpine Tavern in 1899. The tank-like structure located to the lower far right was used for storage of lighting and heating gas piped up from Pasadena, eight miles away. The gas was used to power gas generators which produced electricity for the Alpine division of the railway and Echo Mountain complex.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Parks & Recreational Areas • Railroads & Streetcars. A significant historical year for this entry is 1899.
Location. 34° 12.738′ N, 118° 7.303′ W. Marker is in Angeles National Forest, California, in Los Angeles County. It can be reached from Mount Lowe Railway Trail south of Sam Merrill Trail. Hike three miles up the steep trail with a 1,500-foot altitude gain from the Cobb Estate trailhead. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Altadena CA 91001, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in Greater Los Angeles and in the Transverse Ranges. It is also on the American Pacific Coast. Globally, it is in North America, on the Ring of Fire, in the Pacific Rim, in the Western Hemisphere, in the Western World, and in the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once New Spain and also Mexicos Alta California.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Echo Mtn Service Pit (within shouting distance of this marker); Casino, Tennis Courts, Power Plants, and Car Barn (within shouting distance of this marker); Mount Lowe Power Plants (within shouting distance of this marker); New Line to Alpine Tavern (within shouting distance of this marker); The White City
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Photographed by Craig Baker
2. End of the Line Marker
Photographed by Craig Baker
3. National Register of Historic Places
Credits. This page was last revised on January 8, 2025. It was originally submitted on June 14, 2024, by Craig Baker of Sylmar, California. This page has been viewed 239 times since then and 20 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on June 14, 2024, by Craig Baker of Sylmar, California.
