Lytle Creek, California

Lytle Creek, California is a top destination for outdoor adventures. It offers some of the best trails and outdoor activities in the region. The Middle Fork Lytle Creek Trail is a must-visit for hikers. This 6.4-mile trail is moderately difficult, with scenic views of the creek, waterfalls, and diverse vegetation. For a more challenging hike, the Cucamonga Peak via Icehouse Canyon is a 10.5-mile trail with stunning views of rock formations and a river. Nearby, the Bonita Falls Trail is a 1.5-mile trail leading to one of the tallest waterfalls in Southern California. It's a great spot for picnics and bird-watching. In addition to hiking, Lytle Creek is also known for its fishing spots, notably in the Lytle Creek North Fork.

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Lytle Creek, California
Old CC Spur Trail via Big Tree Cucamonga Rd

5.11 mi / 1138 ft gain

Old CC Spur Trail via Big Tree Cucamonga Rd is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a waterfall located near Fontana, California.
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Mount Baldy, California
Mt. San Antonio (Mt. Baldy) via the Ski Hut Trail

5.0

9.7 mi / 3990 ft gain

Mt. San Antonio, or Mt. Baldy as it is known locally, is one of the cans of the challenging "six-pack of peaks" in Southern California. For this one, start before the Manker campground and head up the fire road. This is known as the "Baldy Bowl or Ski-Hut Trail". You'll see some cabins on your l...
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Mount Baldy, California
Cucamonga Peak via Icehouse Canyon

4.6

11.13 mi / 4157 ft gain

Start hiking early, before the sun rises so you can maximize the day out of the heat and to give yourself plenty of time for the hike. As you get to higher elevations, it will be a little cooler and there might be snow on the ground, so be sure to pack layers. This hike requires a permit. If yo...
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Mount Baldy, California
Icehouse Saddle via Icehouse Canyon Trail

3.8

6.62 mi / 2562 ft gain

The hike is accessible in all seasons, but in winter there can be snow and ice so special equipment may be useful, but not required. In mid-January there were patches of ice on the trail but were easily crossed in boots and trainers. You can take the trail and end at Ice house Saddle or continue ...
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Mount Baldy, California
Ontario Peak and Cucamonga Peak via Icehouse Canyon Trailhead

16.22 mi / 5610 ft gain

We started out at 8am on a Sunday, usually parking at Ice House Saddle can be tricky, I would advise going earlier. We headed out on our journey hiking up to the saddle, when you reach the switchbacks there is a fresh water spring, it's the last place you can get water...so stock up! We pressed o...
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Mount Baldy, California
Cedar Glen Camp

4.88 mi / 1650 ft gain

Cedar Glen Camp is a great beginner backpacking trip just outside of Los Angeles, California. Starting from the Icehouse Trailhead (also used for Cucamonga Peak), head out on the Icehouse Canyon Trail from the parking area. The trail will intersect with the Chapman Trail, at which point, you'll t...
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Hesperia, California
Cleghorn Beach and Day Use Area

Nestled at the southwestern edge of Silverwood Lake lies Cleghorn Beach and Day Use Area, a perfect spot for a leisurely afternoon. This family-friendly beach boasts lifeguards on duty during the summer months and offers reservable picnic shelters for your convenience. Unlike other parts of the l...
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Mount Baldy, California
Summit Mt. Baldy

4.8

12.12 mi / 5958 ft gain

Located only an hour’s drive from Los Angeles is the top of highest mountain in LA County—at 10,064 feet. Bear Flat Trail (also called the Old Mt. Baldy Trail) offers some of the finest scenery and most rewarding views in the San Gabriel Mountains high country. With nearly 6000 ft of elevation g...
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Hesperia, California
Sawpit Beach

Sawpit Beach, is nestled within the Silverwood Lake State Recreation Area. The beach offers a peaceful respite along the southern shores of Silverwood Lake. With lifeguards on duty during the summer months, families can enjoy a worry-free day of swimming and relaxation. The sandy shores provide t...
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Claremont, California
Stoddard Peak Trail

4.0

5.93 mi / 1129 ft gain

On the way to Mount Baldy and within the trail system of the San Gabriel mountain range is the Stoddard Peak Trail. The Stoddard Peak Trail, which is basically the old Barrett-Stoddard fire road, goes through the Stoddard Canyon into Stoddard Flat, and then eventually leads to Stoddard Peak. The ...
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Claremont, California
Stoddard Canyon Falls (Baldy Slide Waterfall)

0.74 mi / 174 ft gain

Located near the Angeles National Forest, it's a short hike, approx. 0.75 miles roundtrip and just about anybody can go. To get there, input the intersection of Mt. Baldy Rd. and Barrett Stoddard Truck Trail into your GPS. This will bring you to a small dirt parking lot. The trailhead starts a...
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Mount Baldy, California
Sunset Peak via South Trailhead

4.0

7.16 mi / 1493 ft gain

In order to get to the Sunset Peak Trailhead, utilize Google Maps to take you to the location provided. There is very little parking (only a small pull off along Glendora Ridge Road), but this trail is rarely traveled, so there should be enough space regardless of the time you decide to hike! Jus...
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Crestline, California
Hike the Heart Rock Trail

4.5

1.8 mi

This short but nice hike near Crestline, CA in the San Bernadino Forest is one for the whole family. Although finding the trailhead/parking lot can be a bit confusing, it is definitely worth it. Driving in from the Inland Empire/LA Area, follow The Rim of the World Trail (SH18) until you see the...
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Wrightwood, California
Snow Hike Lightning Ridge

5.1 mi / 900 ft gain

When you hear the report about snow in the San Gabriels, it's time to plan this hike!Only a short 90 minute drive is all that separates nearly a third of California's population from high-altitude snowy adventures. This isn't about Yosemite, but Southern California's very own San Gabriel Mountain...
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Llano, California
Table Mountain Campground

Table Mountain Campground is a hilly campground that offers ADA-accessible sites, pit toilets, fire rings, picnic tables, BB! grill, water, and parking spaces for a two-car limit. Rules are strictly enforced, which is great, so we can enjoy nature and not someone’s party/music. Book your campgro...
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Valyermo, California
Blue Ridge Trail via Inspiration Point

4.97 mi / 692 ft gain

There are two trail heads for the Blue Ridge Trail, one via the Grassy Hollow Visitor Center, and the other across from Inspiration Point. When parking gets crowded over at Grassy Hollow Visitor Center, than parking at Inspiration Point is the better option. To access the Blue Ridge Trail from In...
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