Puente Hills
California
Elevation Range
700 ft - 1,500 ft
Notable Peaks
3
Coordinates
34.0177, -117.7805
About Puente Hills
The Puente Hills are a small, geographically distinct mountain range located in Los Angeles County, California. This range rises up from the surrounding flat coastal plains, offering a unique landscape of rolling hills, ridges, and canyons. The terrain is characterized by a mix of chaparral, coastal sage scrub, and oak woodlands, providing a scenic backdrop for outdoor recreation. Despite their relatively modest elevation, the Puente Hills offer surprisingly rugged and challenging trails that allow visitors to experience the natural beauty of this urban-adjacent wilderness area.
Notable Peaks
Workman Hill
1,422 ft
Turnbull Canyon
1,456 ft
Arroyo Pescadero
1,391 ft
Activities
Best Seasons
spring
fall
Gateway Towns
Data Source
Geographic data from USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS). Descriptions generated with AI assistance.