This is challenging hike, it's only 2 miles. Most of the way up is an incline. It's definitely…read moretough on the knees and going uphill even more so with the sun bearing down. Pros: - plenty of parking at the bottom of the trail. Parking is free. - Nice view at the top, with a poop sign. - Not too crowded. Cons: - plenty of poison oak along the trail, but the city does a great job of maintaining the path. - there is little to no shade. Come early or later in the afternoon. Tips + bring a trekking pole! It helps.

It was challenging and fun! I did not finish the whole trail today for safety concern because it…read morestarted to rain and I did not see anyone else. Will come again when the weather is good.

Great place to hike and take your dog.. nice running water.. able too swim as well.. pack a lunch…read morebring your fishing pool.( rod&reel )

We drove up here to join in on the SGV Rivers & Mountains Explorer Series ride with approximately…read more30 bicyclists. The ride was on asphalt paved road that hugs the river for 7 miles and then back to the parking lot. You need a park day pass which cost 5 bucks. The ride was beautiful and it wasn't difficult at all. You can park along the highway hugging the parking lot if it's full.

Love this place, we been going every month and every time it's a nice adventure !!! Nice place to…read moredo Hiking, camping and off roaring !!!! #hiking #offroad #camping #crystallakeasuza #crystallake

This out and back hike is about 17 miles with about 4100' gain (some of it on the return). It…read morestarts from the peaceful campground and continues onto Baden-Powell peak, the 4th highest peak in the San Gabriel Mountains. Along the way, there are opportunities to stop at several other peaks, such as Dawson, Hawkins, Throop, and Burnham. This would add several more miles to the total hike. The trail is single file with varying sizes of loose rock under foot. Most of the trail is a fairly tame ascension, but there are also multiple areas of decline, which of course means climbing up on the way back. You will follow signs to Windy Gap, Pacific Crest Trail, then Baden-Powell. At the summit, there are nice 360 degree views of the surrounding mountains and cities far below. A dedicated monument and plaque stands, honoring and named after the founder of the Boy Scouts. parking - adventure pass required for the parking lot tip - this hike starts at about 5,000 feet, so it may be cooler than expected, depending on the season. In the summer heat, though, it's still quite warm.

Seldom do i ever give a 5 star rating. and this is just based off the 1/2 of the entire length of…read morethe trail. I ran in 3.5 miles and still needed another 2...to get to the bridge....my total was only 6 miles and the actual trail is 10 to 11. The scenery! Amazing. The trail is medium to difficult. For walker hikers and runners. Be prepared, take extra socks shoes and clothing. Plus snacks. DO NOT TRASH THE AREA! PICK UP AFTER YOURSELF. The river crossings have been amazing...right after the rains and melting snow..the water level is great. The trails are twisty and rough, laden with jagged rocks and fallen trees... get there early, or during the week. In groups, take walkie talkies if need be. This trail is for those who are fit ready and determined... it's long and challenging. A pass might be needed, and please park in designated areas, as I saw highway patrol taking photos of license plates for cars who are not parked correctly. Have fun and enjoy.

I have hiked this hike a numerous amount of times and it is a moderate hike. I decided to go for…read morethe first time January 19,2026 to start the hike you have to climb the side rock and go over and down a rope The water crossing is only twice and there is rope to help you get across. First one not too too bad, it's the second one that you need help with someone holding the rope tight. There is a big while that will take you under. We were the only 50+ year olds on this hike and we did it. The trails are pretty much gone. Your climbing over and under ditched the rain took out. There are steep hills to go down and up. Also something like quick sand. Mountains of trees also to get over. You can miss markings on where to go up out down so be super watchful. Non stop, it took 7.10 hrs to bridge and back including 20 min lunch and helping others cross the river "stream" Hard challenging but we did

I have been there as a scoutmaster with my scout troop in the 1990s the camp is a great camp for…read morefirst time scouts the hiking is not to hard a good training hike have a great time ! .

I've fancied myself an outdoorsman since I was a kid--fishing, hunting, kayaking, hiking,…read moreorienteering... heck, all I needed was an Eagle Project to finish the whole BSA thing, but instead, I got a girlfriend... oh well, I was THAT close... But all that as prologue to a couple of weeks ago, when I went with my son, another dad, and a slew of Boy Scouts on a two-night backpacking trip into the San Gabriels. I've completed the Sturtevant Falls hike more times than I can count, and I've hiked and re-hiked all sorts of trails in this area. But I can't say that prior to this trip, I had taken the path to Spruce Grove Campground... it just never came up I guess. I'm glad to have experienced this nice little spot just a few miles from the parking lot at Chantry Flats. The campground is little more than a marginally flat area between the trail and the creek. Plenty of shade trees in the riparian spot makes for a tranquil camping place, despite the steady flow of hiking and trail biking traffic just feet from your tent. Each campsite features a fire pit, and there is a rather unique toilet with a conveyor belt "flushing" system. Kudos to the engineers for not only a waterless set-up, but also the clear plexiglass roof offers light and a nicer view of the laurel and sycamore trees. Just a few minutes from Sturtevant Camp, this simple little camp site is first come, first served, and free to use. No bear boxes here, so bring a good bear can/hard-sided bear container. Unless you're really good at it and know what you're doing, don't bother trying to hang a bear bag. Really, you're doing it wrong. Pack out what you pack in, trash wise, too. If you're camping here, it's probably during the "absolutely no fires.... seriously, what were you thinking even bringing a lighter?" season. So there's that, too. Four stars for being a cool, free, close, and relatively pretty campsite in a high traffic area. The consistent parade of people in their REI-inspired plumage was definitely a few steps higher on the food chain than the Eaton Canyon waterfall people, but still distracting.

We stopped by this station to purchase our adventure pass and use the restroom before heading to…read morethe Azusa River wilderness Park. It is a must stop before heading up the hill. It is the cleanest restroom you are going to find. The people here were very nice and very helpful when purchasing our adventure pass. We were going to buy the day pass, but We ended up buying the yearly pass for $30 instead. They have a cute little sitting area outside.

Definitely a 4.25 star trail. From a 5 mile to a 10 mile long trail - for walks, jogs runs bikes,…read moreskating- etc for individuals to groups ... and family outings... the scenic views are gorgeous...inspiring. from low to higher elevation, the trails are clean and encouraging. The river flows can be heard and seen. As the trail advances up north, less and less people and homes can be seen or heard...Just nature... as a runner, I was drawn to the beauty of the sounds and scenery. Along the way, wooden gateways lined the trails, rest stops along the way and up to the turn around point. Only thing missing is restrooms but I can see why. Have fun enjoy. Parking can be done at the wilderness point ...Last stop by north or park along the roadway , along the housing track.

We started the hike at 8am It was perfect weather, we got in through the bridge up to Henninger…read moreFlat is around 3 miles then is another 3 miles up to Idlehour Camp Trail. It's so worth it to the beautiful creek and the sound of the water is so relaxing. Recommended to bring mosquito repellent and cover your legs or you will end up all scratched at idlehour trail. Enjoy the trails and please leave no trace. In total we did 12.1miles in 5 hours

If you've ever seen those poor souls trapped or worse--injured-- on the Eaton a canyon waterfall,…read moretrying to comb up and over, know now and forever that there is a safer way to access upper Eaton Canyon. While the hike is approximately 13 miles round trip, the journey is worth the effort. Idlehour campground is nestled in a higher elevation section of Eaton Canyon, approximately 3 miles past Lower Henninger Flats. About 1 mile past the fire station at Henninger, look for a small wooden footbridge on the left of the trail and signs for Idlehour campground. This small trail off the toll road heads down into Eaton behind Henninger. While there is a lot of poison oak, the riparian flora and fauna are quite different than what one finds in lower Eaton near the white bridge. Bay trees, stinging nettle, willows, and abundant wildflowers in season color and perfume the landscape. There are a few primitive campsites here, with small wood burning stoves. Fire permits are required, and while you might get away with sleeping the night here, it's also best to make reservations. There are no restroom or trash facilities here, so plan on packing out what you pack in. Near the water, various insects, spiders, and other bugs like millipedes are abundant. California tree frogs, California newts (one of the most toxic creatures on earth!), and small fish can be found in the creek. Songbirds and raptors are occasionally seen. Large mammals like deer, coyotes, bobcats, raccoons, and bears are generally in the neighborhood, so store food safely away from camp... That old Bot Scout trick of hanging it from a branch at least 10 feet off the ground works! Idlehour can also be accessed from Inspiration Point via the Idlehour trail, which begins roughly where the Sam Merrill trail ends about 0.3 miles past Inspiration point via the Castle Canyon trail. All trails are marked with new wooden signs... Although finding your way back to Henninger via the Idlehour trail from Inspiration Point can be a little tricky. Head east from the Idlehour campground sign and start heading uphill. This is not a particularly difficult hike, but it's length makes it a moderate effort. Bring extra water, maybe a light snack, and plan for a few buggy spots, especially during the summer. The gnats can get thick.

There are actually a couple trails on this hill and all of them are marked diffrently, so you may…read morewander around a bit : ) You can park at the Dog Park and then walk around it to get to the entrance of a trail - it is clearly marked. The hike is quite easy (to moderate in a very few places) and it goes up a small hill giving you the panorama of Glendora and San Gabriel mountains on one side and of the San Gabriel Valley on the other. Some shady places where you'll pass under the trees, but mostly it is a lot of open space, so remember sunscreen. The Toyon Trail is a loop, and it will take you between 45 and 60 minutes depending on how fast you go. We saw plenty of poision oak, so beware!