Wonderful hike to the top of Parker Mountain where there is the foundation of an old fire lookout…read moretower. We only saw one other person on the hike today. Beautiful views at the top!

A nice, easy hike on a pretty decently maintained dirt road. 2 mikes uphill outgoing and 2 miles…read moredownhill back. Nice views and the foundation left of the fire watchtower. No shade so not advisable on hit da.

This was my first time coming here, and I really enjoyed it. The trail has two fairly steep hills…read moreone going up and one on the way back so it's about a 2-3 mile hike depending on your pace. I'd rate it easy to moderate because of those hills. I brought my 5-year-old, and she was able to handle it, but she did complain on the way back, so next time I probably won't bring her. The views are really nice, and there are a few smaller trails around the area. I'm definitely planning to go again. I went a bit late around 9 a.m., and the sun was already pretty strong, so going earlier would be better. Overall, I 100% recommend this hike.

This is one of my favorite trails as you have an opportunity for a great workout. I enjoy the…read moretrails as it has a mix of moderate and advanced. You have a great opportunity for a bike ride, jog, or run that brings in a workout well worth it.

The Red Rover Mine was once owned by California Gov. Henry Gage in the late 1880s. He named the…read moregold mine after his dog. It's known as one of the highest-producing gold mines in Los Angeles County. The hiking trails traverse through the historic mining area. To access the trails avoid driving down Red Rover Mine Rd, instead, take a right on Avenue V off of Sierra Hwy and drive up the dirt road about a mile. Park along the side of the dirt road and proceed up the mountain. The trail is an approximate 2 mile loop around the side of the mountain. You'll get to view a 3 of the 6 former mine shaft openings. Obviously you should keep your distance and not enter. Along the way you'll also get an up close view of the large white cross that's clearly visible from the 14 fwy. If you go in spring you'll also get to appreciate an abundance of wild flowers.

This is not a hiking trail! This is not a place to come shooting either! There is no parking! When…read morepeople park to hike here they block everyone else from coming in and out!!!!

We did the loop on 12/30/22. There were patches of ice and snow. I wore microspikes for about a 1/3…read moreof the hike. We did the loop and the total mileage was 7 miles. The 2 people I did the hike with didn't have microspikes and they were fine. A lot of this area has been affected by the fires over the previous couple years. Since it is such a long, winding drive along Hwy 2 this trail is not very busy. Make sure to display your Adventure Pass parking permit. Because of the recent storms the waterfall had a good amount of water.

This is a 3 mile (roundtrip) trail that takes you to a really cool waterfall that's located deep…read morewithin the San Gabriel Mountains. Tall trees provide shade throughout most of the trail. There are just the right amount of people on the trail where it is not too crowded and it's also not too secluded. What I wish I would have known before I went was that you can park right next to the trailhead. If you enter into Buckhorn Campgrounds you can drive right up to the trailhead parking lot. I didn't know this so I parked at the outer parking lot and had to walk a half a mile down the hill. The parking lot nearest the trailhead actually had less cars then the outer parking lot. The other thing is that the majority of the trail is really easy to follow. You just have to remember that when you get to the signage and junction that lists both Cooper Canyon Trail and Burkhart Trail be sure to keep going straight along the Burkhart Trail. The falls will be a little further down on your left. You will have to descend down to the canyon bottom, with the assistance of a rope, to reach the base of the falls. Kids can do it no problem. The waterfall empties into a pool of water that's about a foot deep. It's really cold and refreshing. The waterfall was really wide with a nice and strong flow. Be sure to bring your Adventure Pass. There's no cell service. There are bathroom but they were all locked probably due to Covid-related precautions.

This is not a campground. it turns out people have been coming here to camp, but it's just a dirt…read morelocked in the middle of the desert.

Pleasant View Ridge Wilderness contains 26,839 acres of pristine California land reaching from the…read moremountains to the desert. I found out about it by accident while on the hunt for wildflowers; I entered the Wilderness from the west, via the Burkhart Trail next to Buckhorn Campground in the Angeles National Forest. This wilderness is home to several trails, including the Pacific Crest Trail and Islip Saddle, and offers some of the most stunning land I've ever seen. Please check your GPS before heading off into the wilderness; the directions on Yelp may not be 100% accurate. An actual paper map will be more accurate in this area; there is no service or signal. I parked in the Burkhart Trail parking lot and entered from there. Take your charged phone (you may still be able to call or text 911 in case of emergency),map and compass, snacks, water, and anything necessary to survive completely on your own. Look out for falling trees; this area burned not too long ago but seems to be recovering beautifully. You will be rewarded for your efforts by views of unspoiled lands, wildflowers, pine trees, waterfalls and wildlife. Absolutely stunning. Protect your wilderness by leaving no trace; pack it in and pack it out https://lnt.org/ Let someone know when you are going; folks have been lost in the area. Stay safe and enjoy this spectacular experience.

It is so beautiful and amazing. The view is surreal. When…read moreyou go into the nature center and visit the snakes and beetles it's cool but then you walk out to an observatory type deck and it's breathtaking!

This hike was ok but extremely hot! 4 of us hiked to the Devil's Punchbowl in the springtime. The…read morehike is just ok, with no shade. Go early in the morning when it's cooler, and bring lots of water, snacks, add electrolytes to your water, and bring a water filtration system just in case. The highlight was the little river that we came across to cool off. That was a game changer! The Devil's Punchbowl view was highly over rated in my opinion ... view of the desert . Would I do it again? Definitely a big NO! There was a shorter trail, near a little river, that I would have preferred to hike instead. One in our group wanted to hike the Devils Punchnowl so we hesitately agreed. I did t know anything about the hike and relied on the persons in our group that knew more about the hike. We were instructed to drink 1 bottle of water before the hike, and to bring 2 standard bottles of water, and told that would be enough. We should have had a least 2 gallons of water per person! We conserved on drinking water, especially since one person in our group lost a bottle of water in a ravine, due to a not fully closed backpack. Always do your own research on how long the trail is, consider the temperature conditions, and bring lots of water! Don't depend on anyone else regarding your water needs.

Back in the 60's and 70's it was our party place of choice. There was no graffiti and everything…read morewas maintained. We spent a lot of weekends up there. Back then it was a 5 star kind of place. Loved the little beer and BBQ joint on the way up. It's a shame it isn't kept up.

We have come to see Bouquet Falls quite a few times in the last two years. Unfortunately, it is…read moregetting worse and worse. It is getting filled with trash and graffiti. Many people that come to visit are very irresponsible and do not care about the land. Just recently we came and a group of young adults had barricaded the parking lot with branches and logs so others would think it was closed. We parked a little further out and hiked in the short easy hike to the falls to find them picnicking, drinking and hanging out inside the falls. As soon as we arrived they all left. The falls need major trash pick up. We will do our part and keep it clean for others to enjoy but as for others they need to do the same or this beautiful place will disappear.

I wanted to find a trail that was secluded and didn't have mass crowds following me my entire hike…read more This trail is not too much further than most of the other "popular" tourist hikes available in the surrounding area, however, it is very isolated. My buddy and I hiked over 4 hours and never saw or heard a single soul. This fact alone makes the hike worth the small drive. As far as difficulty, the original hike down is pretty straight forward. There are some steep cliffs with very little room for error at certain points. While this isn't immediately frightening for the average hiker, I wouldn't recommend it for the faint of heart. Just be sure to watch your step! It will seem easy at first because you are going down the whole time. Remember, the way back up isn't your run-of-the-mill trek. . You must make your way back up the same route you originally came down. Keep this in mind and be sure your in good enough shape to complete the hike. Bring lots of water and stay hydrated. Most importantly, be sure to buy a day pass for parking or you will be fined. You can pick one up for $5 at Big 5 and other participating locations. I how you enjoy it as much as did!

Lovely place to hike. Not many people hiking there and many paths to choose. My dog and I had a…read moregreat time