First of all not sure why but my directions showed I arrived at my destination just past the last…read morehouse on the right. So I parked. Unfortunately, I was approx. 2.5 miles too soon. Luckily it was a wide fire trail but it was pretty intense!!! Keep driving until the fire road ends. There is parking and a bathroom as well. It's been recently maintained with what looks like fresh gravel. No 4x4 needed. On my way up I was appalled at the graffiti! It's disturbing that punks can't respect nature and also pollute our water. Once you are on the trailhead it's a steady incline on a very narrow trail. But it's pretty well kept and it isn't overgrown much. I only took the path up to the Stone House camp, which stupidly there is no actual "stone house" also not really a camp I could find unless the camp marker was slightly off? But I don't recommend this trail one bit. The beginning of the trail is cleared and easy to hike down. But once you get to the creek it's hell from there on in and back out. The trail literally ends at the creek. I had to cross the creek a few times repeatedly. There are huge boulders and a lot of loose rocks. There are also a lot of downed trees, and don't get me started on the gnats! Plus tons of fire ants, regular house ants, and tons of spiders and spider webs! I had repellent on and the gnats were all over me 10 fold! It was hell trying to swat them away while climbing boulders, climbing over & under trees, and crossing the creek multiple times. The creek was roaring like crazy in places and a tad scary to be honest. In one crossing I lost my balance on a slimy rock and ended up in the creek. I finally decided to turn around, and nearly fell off a section of rocks that must have been part of a landslide, because when I started putting my body weight on them they tumbled down and I ended up cutting my leg on a sharp boulder. Trying to make my way out I regretted ever venturing into this mess. My advice stay on the main trail! I never did make it to the stream crossing, so maybe next time. It's all sun and it's extremely warm so bring lots of water. I did 7.25 miles and drank all my 2L water bladder. Watch out for small snakes that look like long lizards without legs. The one I saw was when I was walking back down towards my car on the fire road. There were a few homeless up there, in their cars with a forest adventure pass. I think they stay there during the day until the trail closes. So be careful.

This location was easy to get to for a quick snow trip. You are able to park on most sides of the…read moreroad but just be careful taking off because alot of the people zoom through the two way highway. Came up on a whim early morning to enjoy the fresh snow. The drive is not too far from riverside so we love going up here spring our winter.

Great place to hike and enjoy nature. Been here many times and never get enough. There's tons of…read moresnow on the ground and by the water fall at the moment.

Only saw one person get a ticket but that's bc they were blocking a driveway. Lots of people park…read morealong the side of the row and it didn't look like anyone had parking permits. This is a fantastic intro hike it's about 1 mile to the falls and you can make it longer by parking farther down the mountain or hike up farther the trail to go above the falls. Saw a rattlesnake but it wasn't fast or aggressive just watch your step. Lots of foot traffic so it feels very safe. Overall one of my favorite beginner friendly hikes.

Day after Christmas, a hiking buddy of mine figured the recent rainfall over the weekend was good…read morereason to visit Ice House Canyon. During the winter season, there is the added element of snow and icy roads. For some peace of mind, I brought a pair of crampons and gaiters. The hike started around 7:45am with a cool and crisp breeze. Best to keep cozy and layer up. First three or so miles were pretty similar to what you would expect during the summer, terrain-wise. The trail was fairly clean and clear with a few spots to climb up boulders or take a break near the river. One moment you pass through a cluster of trees surrounded by freshly fallen pinecones, and the next you are met with what seems strikingly like the same scree as the last. At a certain point though, the trail became icy and the air slightly chillier. Upon reaching the end of the saddle, there were a number of folks sipping from their thermos and playing with their pooch. After eating our packed lunch, we ventured further up towards Timber Mountain. It was here where patches of snow gradually became blankets as far as the eyes could see. With that said, crampons were unnecessary. The trail was no longer visible since we could not see the ground, so we kept heading up towards the trees till the sign "TIMBER MTN. ELEV. 8303" was within sight. We were greeted with a stunning view of snow-covered hills. There was also a little box of guestbooks to sign. We decided to take the Chapman trail back down. Whereas Ice House was more spread out, Chapman was more narrowly defined with more ups and downs. A few more areas looked like boulders worth a climb. Most of the manzanitas along the way were healthy and bushy with many of them bearing fruit. If you have the time, Chapman is easily the more scenic of the two and worth the extra mile and a half. In total, we hiked around 11 miles and enjoyed it immensely.

Great trail, great work out. This trail is not for…read morebeginners. Pack enough water! 2,700 ft elevation climb to saddle. Very steep so get ready for that lactic acid build up in the quads. Took me 3.5 hours to get up to saddle and 1.5 hours to get down. Make sure you fill out the free permit form in the brown box at the start of the trail (very important, in case something happens to you on the trail, ie, you get hurt or lost, etc).

Stoddard peak is a mountain summit located near Mount Baldy that provides a great trail for first…read moretimers looking to challenge themselves to a peak. Roundtrip the hike is just about 6 miles. Most of the hike is along a grated road/trail which provides easy walking. The last part of the trail to the peak presents some challenges as you meander your way to the peak, dealing with some edge drop offs and rock scrambling. The hike starts right after a small power station off the Mt Baldy road- just after a couple of tunnels. There is an upper and lower parking lot. If parking at the lower lot, at night time watch out for the big pot holes- best for high profile cars. If both lots are full, there are additional lots- but watch for signs designating no parking. Make sure you display your adventure pass or national park pass, otherwise you may get a ticket. Once you start your hike, you have the opportunity to enjoy some sights of cute cabins- there is one that looks like a Hansel and Grettle house. The trailhead starts beyond the cabins, past a gate. The route to the peak is pretty straight forward till the end. The route will provide a gradual hill climb with approximately 1145 feet elevation gain. As of September 2025, there was an arrow made out of rocks on the ground that pointed to the climb for the peak- don't miss this turnoff. At this point you will be going uphill through some low bushes. As you proceed on, you will pass by some false peaks, make sure you continue on until you reach the peak with the sign with triangle and a number. You will also see some signs for pictures. Best to start early during warmer months- as the hike has very limited shade. Also the parking lots on the weekends get busy early- we arrived at 6am and the parking lots were near full. Download trail map- as there is not reception near the peak.

It's not a business. First part of trail very easy. Drop off to canyon very scary looking!read more

From the same parking lot for Etiwanda reserve, you go way left on to a gravel road tall grass area…read morewith some places that are heavy woods. It is slightly higher than trail to Etiwanda and the trails for this area has a dead end. I someone who knows the trail or looks for maps. I could not find any website to this trailwas told that the water flows spring and when it rains. So its seasonal. Make sure you go with someone who knows the trail or looks for maps. I could not find any website to this trail nor the day creek area. The parking is free but small...

Ontario Peak was my first Peakbagger! It will always hold special memories for me and I've made…read moresuch great and amazing friends climbing this peak. It was fun and I think anyone can do it. For those that are a little out of shape, take your time and you will get there. The summit is breathtaking. Bring hiking poles. This was also the peak that demonstrated to me that I can do anything if I set my mind to it and to not be afraid to get out there and conquer anything and everything! I carpooled and an adventure pass is required to park. Please get out there and create your own adventure.

This is another new favorite SoCal hike. I hiked to the top a few weekends ago before snow hit the…read morearea and I'm so happy I did! It was still cold but I got a chance to see beautiful orange and yellow leaves in the trail for the first few miles and then the surroundings turned to pine trees, skree and distant views of the Mount Baldy Bowl! I never really understood how many trails there are out by Mount Baldy. I've even done Cucamonga peak and didn't realize there were so many more accessible peaks to check out from the same trail! I'm really excited to try more in the area! This is a really well marked and maintained trail. There were a few spots in the last mile towards the peak where there were trees fallen but only a few. The saddle is a great place to rest before the last push to the top. You could easily add a couple peaks on but I was pressed for time this day. It's also a great training hike for other adventures and maintaining hiking fitness as the distance is over 10 miles and elevation above 4000. Total distance: 13.54 Miles Elevation Gain: 4,392 ft Highest Point: 8,696 ft

A mostly flat 21mile bike path from Claremont Boulevard in Claremont to Cactus Avenue in Rialto…read more There are parks and places to have breakfast or lunch along the way. Plan your next trip today for a nice Spring adventure!

Completed a peaceful 5-mile walk on this trail with my partner on a Saturday morning, and it was…read moresuch a great experience. Surprisingly, it wasn't too crowded, which made the whole walk feel more relaxing and enjoyable. The trail itself was clean, well-maintained, and filled with friendly locals--lots of smiles and casual "hellos" along the way, which added to the positive vibe. As we train for our first marathon, this spot is officially going in the rotation for our long run days. Highly recommend if you're looking for a scenic, low-traffic trail to get some miles in!

The Mormon rocks are right off the 15 freeway on the 138. Large parking area to get out and…read morestretch, let the pups out, or do some climbing. A beautiful crisp day enjoying the views of this landmark.

No time to hike the complete trail but there's plenty to see from the parking area with a short…read morewalk. Located along the San Andreas fault and exposed thanks to those tectonics, these sandstone blocks are exposed and climbable. The rocks received their name from Mormon settlers, moving to the Los Angeles Basin from Salt Lake City, Utah during the 1850s. There is a large parking lot at the bottom here where CA Highway 138 meets the 15 Freeway. There is no water and there is no shade. There are some great views but be prepared. And of course, always hike with a friend! [Review 17535 overall - 332 in California - 1053 of 2022.]