Eaton Canyon Trails to Remain Closed Until End of the Month

County officials today extended the closure of the popular Eaton Canyon hiking trail near Altadena through the end of the month to protect against further spread of the coronavirus.

[UPDATED] Eaton Canyon Trails & Natural Areas remain closed thru May 31, due to overwhelming crowds not following COVID-19 public health requirements for face coverings and Physical Distancing. Parking lots closed.

Review guidelines for all at https://parks.lacounty.gov/covid-19, the Los Angeles County Department of Park and Recreation tweeted Tuesday morning.

On Sunday, the Los Angeles County Parks & Recreation closed down the Eaton Canyon trails. Video taken by a hiker that did not wish to be identified shows hikers flocked to the area and ignored social distancing guidelines. Many of them also refused to wear protective facial covering.