Amazing lil gem! Hikes for all experience levels! First off, it's in the mountains, so its gonna be…read morea little chillier than Orange/LA/San Bernandino. Second, there is limited parking at the trail head, but its free with a national park pass! The trail is a little vague, but super easy to get to the bottom of the falls. Just meander across the little creek, and you're there. Its an intermediate difficulty to get to the waterfall lookout, and there is some bouldering to get to the base of the falls. It's a georgous view, with a few flat areas to hang out. There were a couple wading pools on the way up, but not very big/deep. So many fun picture spots with the plants, tree pirches and rocky areas. A couple warnings though: - the bathroom was pretty bad, not trashed, but smelt like a month old litter box - the pools are rocky, grab water shoes!

The drive up to this trail is not bad at all! I sometimes get scared of driving up high into the…read moremountains but this was a pretty easy drive and there weren't any parts that I felt were scary. I was driving from Ontario, CA. You do need a pass to park in the lot. There are restrooms at the parking lot if you need to use them. The hike up is a pretty short one with pretty views! There are tons of shade from the trees and the water/waterfall was beautiful!

A beautiful, well maintained preserve with a stream, a few small ponds and waterfalls, and many…read morethemed trails such as: Hummingbird Hill, Falling Waters, Sunflower Lane, Pioneer Loop, Conifers of California, Wetlands Boardwalk, Deciduous Forest, The Artist's Palette, Hidden Hollow, Sacred Springs, and Children's Forest. While there are some dirt walk paths, it be difficult to navigate if in a wheel chair or if you have a stroller. There's a good sized parking lot, though during apple-picking season and when it snows it can be a bit difficult to find a spot. Regardless, if you're in the area, it's a place definitely worth the visit. Love and appreciate that they are dog-friendly to leashed and well mannered dogs and free admission, but donations are much appreciated.

Beautiful is all you can say. It is a place where my family and I go for the weekend day trip and…read morerelaxing hike experience.

What an amazing find in the desert! The landscapes were absolutely stunning and made the experience…read moreeven more memorable. We had such a wonderful time and highly recommend checking this place out!

This place is just beautiful. I have to go once a week to enjoy the sound of and see the rushing…read morewater. It is very peaceful with amazing vistas. Priceless. Opens at 8am. Make sure to check the description of the trails online and bring what you need for what you intend to do. They have clean restrooms in the parking area and picnic benches too. The profound peace in this place is addicting.

Great work out thru the snow!! Start with your free permit from the Forest Ranger 1/2 before you…read morepark at Deer Springs Trail. Parking is free. Don't leave any valuables in your car. Do your leg stretches before and after your hike. Bring your hiking ribbons, waterproof hiking boots with added spikes or cleats (for snow), hiking poles/sticks, sun hat, sunscreen, backpack with water, electrolytes, snacks, extra jacket, tissue, mini medic kit, antibacterial spray, music speaker, and a positive attitude!! This is a great hike for healthy athletic souls! Ask your doctor before going I highly recommend it. It's about 9 miles total there and back and 7 hours total in snow! Plan ahead you cannot rush or accidents happen! I hope I helped you guys out before going! -A

Easy parking at the trail head (or across the street in the nature center with some shade). You…read moremust obtain a free trail permit before hiking (in town at the forestry office). Very light weekdays... Most of the trail is shaded with pine canopy; semi-loose trail with minimal overviews and vistas. Some wild flowers, no water (June).

came here a couple of weeks ago & my baby carrier apparently fell out of my stroller. I called and…read moresomeone turned it in when they found it. I asked if I could pay to have it shipped back to me and they refused. I then confirmed with the office that I could come by and pick it up this week. I drove 2 hours there and the office has "misplaced" it. They were careless and lacked any form of compassion to make the situation right.

I discovered this spot while exploring the area and asking a local business for suggestions on pet…read morefriendly hikes. I live in Orange County and visit family near Loma Linda and make time to drive through Oak Glen and hike with my dog and cat at the Wildlands Conservancy. This is such a magical place and brings me much peace. It is beautiful, peaceful and from the tall sequoias to the tropical rainforest like trees, wild birds flying and chirping through them, sound of the woodpeckers and the fog rolling over the lake, it feels like a fairy tale. My pets love hiking here as well. Both entrance and parking at the Conservancy are free. It is very family and pet friendly with a petting zoo and food stands toward the other side as you drive in. There are also areas with picnic tables near the trails. The trails are very scenic and fairly easy with a portion that is somewhat steep which I would consider slightly moderate but not difficult. I highly recommend taking the time to visit this hidden gem.

Clear day hike to the summit. There was still Ice on the…read moreway up. The trail is really nice for a small 8.5 mile hike. Loved every minute of it. Please come and create your own adventure.

I hiked this for the first time on 3/20/22. I had never heard about it or seen anyone post this…read morehike on Instagram and I follow a lot of hikers. I had a fellow hiker suggest this hike for a group hike and researched it a bit and got excited to try it. Location/Parking- it is a long drive for most people...nearly 2 hours for me coming from the SE part of LA county and pretty much everyone in our group had anywhere from about an hour to 2 hours just getting to this place (people coming from Rancho Cucamonga, Oceanside, and San Diego). It is easy to miss the small dirt road off HWY 243 that leads to the trailhead (especially in the dark since we were trying to start the hike at 5 AM). The narrow dirt road will take you about 400ft away from the road to a small parking lot that will allow for about 10-15 cars to park at the trailhead Trail- it is just under 4 miles to the top and almost 8 miles RT with every mile being at least 500ft of elevation gain which makes it pretty steep for a hike. The first mile or so is also hard because the trail has a big rut in the middle and you are not able to walk on a flat surface and your feet are always at an angle. The hike starts at just over 5K ft elevation and we didn't see any snow during th first mile, but in the 2nd mile we saw some clumps of snow off the trail from a recent storm, and during the 3rd mile we began seeing more snow that was on the trail, and during the last mile we got lucky to experience snow falling as we reached the 7K ft elevation. It was cold, a bit windy, and the snow was coming down pretty good at the top but we still spent about 30 mins at the top. On the way down we were able to find a few spots to take shortcuts by sliding down the snow on our butts...lots of fun! This was my first experience hiking while it was snowing. We saw no one on our way up or our way done. I think this hike is not on people's radar and I love hikes that are not crowded. Peak- There is a fire lookout tower at the top and stairs that you can go up but the top is closed off; there is a tank with the peak name and elevation and large rocks that allow you to spread out a bit at the top while you are eating a snack and taking pictures

Challenging but beautiful! Take the trail along the water, the mountain side one is dangerous.read more

I love this place. Whenever I go to gramma's to do housework for her, I either go here or…read moreIdyllwild. I especially love this place on windy and rainy days. The high trail gets pretty sketchy and makes for a good time. For anyone wanting to know where this place gets its name, here goes. The local native tribes had a battle that ended here. One tribe made it to the waterfall and couldn't go anywhere. The other tribe held the high ground and slaughtered them. Google it. Anyway, parking sucks. There are a couple places off the side of the road to park. Other than that, you'll have to take your vehicle down a small hill and park in a dirt lot. Said dirt lot is a place where people like to run OHV's, and their trucks. There are some elevation changes and jumps. This used to be a loop until someone removed the rope from the highest section of the waterfall. The one at the lower half is still there. When the ropes were there, it was about a 5 mile loop.the trail doesn't end at the decent from the ridge to the waterfall. You can take the trail back another 12+ miles. It opens up to some Wild West looking shit, and then a bunch of huge boulders. The high trail is the fun part. It's pretty sketchy without high winds or rain. I prefer to come here with wind, and or rain, for a better time. The width of the high trail is about a foot, to 18 inches. At some spots, it may be unclear If you're not very experienced. At other spots there is no trail, so you'll have to stretch your legs pretty far, or make a short hop. There are plenty of rocks to get a foothold or handhold on, but be careful; some of it fragments quite easily. People also go shooting here, but usually well past the loop, and they don't aim at the trails. This place is not monitored by park rangers, so if you need anything, you'll need to call San Jacinto Sheriffs. Since it's not regulated, you can camp without permits. Have fun, be safe, watch for snakes, weird locals, keep an eye out for falling rocks, and yell down below if you happen to dislodge some rocks from the high trail. This is a good local playground; enjoy it and keep it clean.

This is one of my go-to spots when I want something simple but still feels like real nature. The…read moretrails are fun, not too hard, and good for families, but still enough hills to keep it interesting. Not ideal for strollers unless you've got something built for rough terrain. The oak trees are a huge plus. There's actual shade here, not just a few patches, which makes a big difference in this area. If you hike out far enough you'll find old abandoned houses and structures, which is honestly one of the coolest parts. It gives the whole place a bit of history and something extra to explore. Also great for horseback riding and a solid spot to bring food and picnic without dealing with crowds. Simple, quiet, and worth going back to.

Water canyon trail - No shades Several trail no shades…read more Lots of horse tail grass not good for dogs Dirt roads/ pebbles and incline. Don't know what I was thinking, woke up and dragged my husband and my daughter on the hottest days to decide to hike lol!!! Be sure to wear a hat and bring water , this particular trail is my least favorite. I don't recommend to bring your fur baby , if you do. Please be careful this area has lots of over grown horse tail grass, it is so harmful to your fur babies. I would recommend to come during winter and cooler temperatures.

Zanja Peak Trail Head is easily a five star hiking/biking location. I was expecting it to be an…read moreeasy hike, but man was I wrong. I hike here and there, but for zanja I had to take a few breaks on the way up. This location offers many routes and it all depends on your skills. It is most inclines with very few declines. Signs and easy to follow dirt routes will guide you all the way up and down. Worth of advice, bring some water, snacks and some hiking shoes. There is no problem using running shows, but hiking boots make it easier. The Zanja trails are located in a good area near nice neighborhoods, but I did see a few transients. Dirt parking is available at the entrance and cell reception works just fine. The scenery is totally worth the challenge.

Great hike, lots of different paths to take. Definitely be cautious of mountain bikers as they tend…read moreto haul ass down, but are polite and courteous. Some steep inclines but nothing too bad or dangerous. Some shade when you're about half wayish. Definitely go early morning or evening in summer. Nothing but friendly people, and a good time! Plenty of parking in the trail lots, and there are business close by if needing restrooms.

This is a hidden gem of the valley. What an amazing place to take the family for a day outdoors,…read morehiking and picnicking. It's well kept up and clean. I appreciate this lovely place to experience nature.

Excellent place to hike. Beautiful views. Just watch out for mountain lions. It would probably be…read morein your best interest to carry some bear mace bare minimum.