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    Big Dalton Canyon Wilderness Park

    4.3 (14 reviews)

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    Wren Meacham Trail
    Angela C.

    This is a small but lovely spot for short, easy hikes. Really pretty stream runs through it and lots of benches for you to rest on or just sit to take in nature. There's also a campsite with a fire pit, pit restroom, benches and BBQ grills. Looks like it would be a good place for scout camping. There's not a lot of parking available, but there's a lot of turnover since the walkers are usually in and out pretty quickly.

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    Ramos E.

    Nice hiking trail with plenty of parking picnic tables and restrooms also available and a creek with running water

    Isobel L.

    The Big Dalton Wilderness Area in Glendora offers a dozen well-maintained trails with ample parking. It's a wonderful escape from the current stresses of pandemic life. Green space is a known antidote for societal ills and the City of Glendora has turn a fantastic job in preserving this Wilderness for local citizens. During Covid-19 there are requirements regarding social distancing and wearing a mask on the trails; please be respectful of these guidelines so that the trails can remain open. Free parking. Open 7 am until sunset daily.

    Haven't seen this much water since 10 years ago. The water is roaring, peaceful and beautiful. Great selection of hikes and different levels. If you bring your animals be ready for interactions with wildlife. Bears , mountain lions, deers. Downtown Glendora Ave there is Peacocks

    Jessica Y.

    With the pandemic this is a nice spot to get out and enjoy the outdoors. There weren't too many people and the trails are very well maintained. There are also many many trails to explore so a good spot if you want to return again and again. Free parking also a plus.

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    Arin R.

    Nice shady walk....many different trails choose from! Too bad no water streaming...sounds better! Make sure to bring bug spray they love to fly by your ears!! Pesky mosquitoes!

    small wood bridge to cross over the stream

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    Is the trail round trip back or you need double back?

    There are a number of hiking trails. Dalton Trail itself runs East and West, you can hike from the start where Dalton joins Mystic and head East to the end, then double back or take the road back to where you started.… Read more

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    There are a few hiking options, we kept it simple for our kids (so dad doesn't have to carry everyone else well).

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    Finkbiner Park

    Finkbiner Park

    4.3
    (39 reviews)
    2.5 mi

    When I move, you move (Just like that)…read moreWhen I move, you move (Just like that) Hell yeah, hey DJ brin' that back... You can move all around this park. 5/5 Amenities From pickleball, to the playground or doing Ollie's on the skate park. There are a lot of activities you can do at this location. There are courts for pickleball or tennis, fields for baseball or soccer, picnic tables all over for you to take a load off or paved walkways for you to get your steps in. 5/5 Trees Nothing beats having large trees to give you shade on sunny days. Rainy days are a different story. 5/5 Parking Parking all around the park. You can even park right next to the kids playground. Overall solid park to fit whatsoever your heart desires. So be sure to move and Psalm 119:89, God bless

    Other than folks mistakenly referring to it as 'Finkbinder', we love our local G-town park…read more I think the additional 'd' might come from an old 50's themed restaurant in the Village called Fender Benders (sp?), which closed many years ago - and folks confusing the two. But, that said, only old Glendorans would be making that mistake and yet I hear folks of all ages add the 'd'. The park has lots of amenities we've used since our kids were born and even before... - summer concerts and movies in the park - birthday or event areas (Scouting) - playground - tennis court (other side taken by pickleball :( - skate park - sports fields - horseshoes - volleyball - community center And more. We love walking through the park on the way to the Village. If you haven't been, worth checking out pretty much any day of the week. So many fond memories created at Finkbiner. Even Pokémon Go events, haha.

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    Wide view of "big" kids playground.
    Wide view of "big" kids playground.
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    "Big" kids play areas separated. Climbing thing in background

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    "Big" kids play areas separated. Climbing thing in background
    Rancho Park

    Rancho Park

    4.8
    (6 reviews)
    3.8 mi

    The only reason for the 4 stars is the lack of shade. I swear all parks are designed by people…read morewithout kids. There's a shaded area for eating with 2 picnic tables under it, but that's it. The entire play structure and swings are in the beating sun 100% of the time. Today was a very mild 75 degree early summer day and we went early around 10:45. Within 30 minutes of arrival, the slides were so hot our almost 2 y/o son physically reacted every time he touched them. The park is in a very nice and quiet residential area. There's nothing but street parking, but the streets are wide and not busy. The grounds were very clean and well kept. The bathrooms even had soap AND paper towels - yay! Like others said, this structure is mostly appropriate for a toddler as young as ours. He even did ok on the winding slide. Some slides are so steep that he falls forward even though they're supposed to be geared at toddlers, but all 3 slides here were fine for him. However, the only way to get up are monkey bar-like stairs (skinny metal bars) that no toddler can safely use, then the other side has stairs. The stairs are way too far apart for a young one to do alone. He either had to crawl or we held his hands while he took giant steps lol. If you get bored at this park, there are 2 more within ~5 blocks or less heading west! They're off the same street, too. Just go to the north of the block north of the park and take a left and you'll see 2 others fairly quickly. We'll definitely be back because of how clean and safe it felt.

    Nice, safe and clean park for toddlers. My son loves to play here. The neighborhood is very quietread more

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    3/17/22 Firetruck-shaped play structure

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    3/17/22 Firetruck-shaped play structure
    Crystal Lake

    Crystal Lake

    4.1
    (62 reviews)
    4.8 mi

    Plenty hiking opportunities, refreshing air, and a nice scenic drive in. Be sure to have a full…read moretank, as there is no gas services. There is a cafe/ convenience store across from the campground where you can also purchase your day use park pass for $5. I experienced a foggy day, which gave a cooling effect to my hiking. Restrooms are vault toilets, so unpleasant smells and a mess are a given. The lake has lots of swampy algae, therefore not appropriate for swimming or water sports. However, they do allow fishing with permit. I am a nature enthusiast and it was saddening to see the lack of humans respect for nature, with graffiti and trash in some areas of the park. Crystal lake definitely could use more funding to preserve its natural beauty. The loveliest part is listening to woodpeckers as they work, watching an eagle fly above with a fish in its talons, and treading quietly not to startle the squirrel who is crossing my path. I suggest picking up a map with hiking trails from the rangers post or convenience store, before planning your day!

    Very beautiful place. Just an hour's drive from La Crescenta, much closer than Big Bear…read more There's still snow there, the road is clear, and along the way, there's a mountain stream and a reservoir where you can stop. Download a map in advance, as there's no signal there. There's a small lake where you can take a walk, and a forest with a cozy family café where you can grab a snack.

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    My Cheeseburger from the Crystal lake cafe.
    My Cheeseburger from the Crystal lake cafe.
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    Steps to/from Crystal Lake to the parking lot
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