Eagle Rock Trail*
Get to know this 6.2-mile out-and-back trail near Warner Springs, California. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 2 h 39 min to complete. This is a very popular area for backpacking, camping, and hiking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime. Dogs are welcome and may be off-leash in some areas. It is considered part of the Pacific Crest Trail. Trailhead is located in the village of Warner Springs just to the west of the Fire Station.Parking is across the street on the highway or at the community resource center, not at the fire station. Also the trail starts at the cattle gate next to the bridge, not on the state fire station property. Please do not block the fire station by parking there. Users report that this trail is easy however please be prepared during summer months/hot weather as this trail does not have adequate shade. Horseback riding is allowed on the entire length of the PCT. More information on logistics and equestrian - specific conditions can be found here: https://www.pcta.org/discover-the-trail/equestrian-center/#:~:text=The%20entire%20length%20of%20the,skill%2C%20research%20and%20careful%20preparation.
Hot Springs Mountain Trail*
Experience this 9.8-mile out-and-back trail near Warner Springs, California. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 5 h 20 min to complete. This is a very popular area for hiking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime. Dogs are welcome and may be off-leash in some areas. These lands are not public. Please be respectful when visiting. $10 per person fee, station opens at 8am: www.loscoyotestribe.org
Agua Caliente Creek Trail *
Enjoy this 10.6-mile out-and-back trail near Warner Springs, California. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 4 h 26 min to complete. This is a popular trail for backpacking and hiking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash. • An adventure pass is required to be displayed in vehicles when using the Forest for recreation purpose. Information about where to purchase day/multi-day/annual passes can be found here: https://www.fs.usda.gov/detailfull/r5/passes-permits/recreation/?cid=STELPRDB5181410&width=full
Kanaka Loop Trail *
Enjoy this 7.1-mile loop trail near Julian, California. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 3 h 6 min to complete. This is a popular trail for hiking, horseback riding, and mountain biking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash. This adventure starts off near a creek and continues through a grassy meadow with lots of cows! Expect big, green, rolling hills for most of your route- an exception from the dry canyon hiking that is common in Southern California. This route is mostly flat with a short steep climb to the top. You'll get great views of the surrounding area.
*Descriptions and links provided by All Trails Guide…click on links for directions and more info.
Get to know this 6.2-mile out-and-back trail near Warner Springs, California. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 2 h 39 min to complete. This is a very popular area for backpacking, camping, and hiking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime. Dogs are welcome and may be off-leash in some areas. It is considered part of the Pacific Crest Trail. Trailhead is located in the village of Warner Springs just to the west of the Fire Station.Parking is across the street on the highway or at the community resource center, not at the fire station. Also the trail starts at the cattle gate next to the bridge, not on the state fire station property. Please do not block the fire station by parking there. Users report that this trail is easy however please be prepared during summer months/hot weather as this trail does not have adequate shade. Horseback riding is allowed on the entire length of the PCT. More information on logistics and equestrian - specific conditions can be found here: https://www.pcta.org/discover-the-trail/equestrian-center/#:~:text=The%20entire%20length%20of%20the,skill%2C%20research%20and%20careful%20preparation.
Hot Springs Mountain Trail*
Experience this 9.8-mile out-and-back trail near Warner Springs, California. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 5 h 20 min to complete. This is a very popular area for hiking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime. Dogs are welcome and may be off-leash in some areas. These lands are not public. Please be respectful when visiting. $10 per person fee, station opens at 8am: www.loscoyotestribe.org
Agua Caliente Creek Trail *
Enjoy this 10.6-mile out-and-back trail near Warner Springs, California. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 4 h 26 min to complete. This is a popular trail for backpacking and hiking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash. • An adventure pass is required to be displayed in vehicles when using the Forest for recreation purpose. Information about where to purchase day/multi-day/annual passes can be found here: https://www.fs.usda.gov/detailfull/r5/passes-permits/recreation/?cid=STELPRDB5181410&width=full
Kanaka Loop Trail *
Enjoy this 7.1-mile loop trail near Julian, California. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 3 h 6 min to complete. This is a popular trail for hiking, horseback riding, and mountain biking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash. This adventure starts off near a creek and continues through a grassy meadow with lots of cows! Expect big, green, rolling hills for most of your route- an exception from the dry canyon hiking that is common in Southern California. This route is mostly flat with a short steep climb to the top. You'll get great views of the surrounding area.
*Descriptions and links provided by All Trails Guide…click on links for directions and more info.
