28 min
Overview
The trail starts 0.2 miles down along Forest Route 2N40\u2014the paved road going down from the lower lot at the switchback on the road. It switchbacks down through open chaparral and oak forest to the canyon bottom in about a half mile. From there it follows the nicely shaded canyon upstream passing several cabins, then ends at Roberts Camp and a junction with both the Gabrielino Trail (NRT) 11W14 and Lower Winter Creek Trail #11W15.<br><br>This trail can be used to make various loop options with the other trails in the area. While it adds an extra half mile, it is far more attractive than taking the paved road. Hermit Falls, a popular destination, can be reached by taking this trail to the canyon bottom and then going down stream. Please note: the falls are reached from the top and many rescues have occurred from people climbing or jumping down to the base.
Trail Stats
1.6 km
49 m
618 m
496 m
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Photos
Foot bridge at Robert's Camp. Cross the bridge or head through the creek and start the climb up the paved fireroad to the Chantry Flat parking lot.
Foot bridge at Robert's Camp. Cross the bridge or head through the creek and start the climb up the paved fireroad to the Chantry Flat parking lot.
The beginning part of the singletrack.
The beginning part of the singletrack.
Spotted on the hike to Hermit Falls
Spotted on the hike to Hermit Falls
Looking into the valley with the creek.
Looking into the valley with the creek.