Check out some of my favorite hike spots in Socal. All three are between easy to intermediate hikes, but worth it once you get to the end. These 360 video will show exactly how the trail will be like during this time of year and help you prepare for the hike. As with any hike make sure to wear the right shoes and bring plenty of water.

1. Etiwanda Falls Trail

First up is the Etiwanda Falls Trail located in Rancho Cucamonga. This hike is suitable for the whole family, but I suggest bringing a carrier if you have a little one age four or younger. The trail is rocky, so a stroller won’t work. Make sure to apply sunscreen as there is no shade until you get to the waterfall. The end of the trail takes you at the top of the waterfall.

Etiwanda Falls Trail offers a lot of great scenery to take in and is open all year round. It’s about a 1.7 mile hike one way, which is about a little over thirty minutes. Dogs are not allowed on this trail, but I’ve seen a few hikers bring them along. Also, make sure to park in the designated area as hikers have reported getting a ticket for parking on the side of the street.

2. Canyon Park Waterfall

Next up is the Canyon Park Waterfall located in Monrovia. This is one of my all time favorite hikes as I’ve been hiking here since I was a kid. It’s a really beautiful easy hike and is about 1.5 mile out and back. You may run into some wildlife here; including deers, squirrels, rattle snakes and some report seeing coyotes and even bears, so be aware of your surroundings. Unlike the Etiwanda Falls Trail, there’s a lot of shade on this trail and there’s some picnic tables where the family can hang out and enjoy nature.

This trail is open all year round. Dogs are allowed, but must be kept on a leash. You’ll need $5 to park.

3. Sturvetant Falls

Last, but not least is the Sturvetant Falls located in Sierra Madre. Although I ran into a rattle snake crossing the road during my hike, it’s still a beautiful hike. There’s plenty of shade just like Canyon Park. The first three quarters of a mile is all downhill on asphalt then you continue you on to a bit of a rocky trail surrounded by tall trees.

The trail is about 3 miles out and back and is best used between November and March. Dogs are allowed, but must be also kept on a leash.