Monrovia Canyon Falls Hike

Let's join the On The Move Inland Empire group for a nice short 3.4 mile hike to the Monrovia Canyon Falls. This is a very picturesque hike in bear territory located in the Monrovia Canyon Park with a gradual 750 feet of elevation gain on a mostly shaded single track trail. The difficulty level is easy to moderate depending on fitness level and hiking experience.

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We'll start off on the the Bill Cull Trail just past the entrance gate and follow it to the Self Guided Nature Trail which we will follow for a short ways until we come to the junction with the Falls Trail. We'll then jump on the Falls Trail all the way to the "falls" and take a snack and water break before returning the way we came.

Due to the drought, its doubtful we'll actually encounter a waterfall at the end, but aside from the beginning of the trail which is fully exposed to the sun, its a beautiful trail from end to end that probably gives you more bang for your buck than the longer Ben Overturff hike located nearby.

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PLEASE NOTE THERE WILL BE NO "PLUS ONES" ALLOWED TO ATTEND THIS HIKE. IF YOU HAVE SOMEONE THAT REALLY WANTS TO GO ON THIS HIKE, HAVE THAT PERSON SIGN UP SO HE/SHE CAN READ THE HIKE DESCRIPTION AND THE WAIVER OF LIABILITY.

WHAT TO BRING: Although this is a short hike, be sure to bring least 2 liters of water (or more, if needed), a sun hat, sunscreen, energy snacks, trekking poles if you use them and a good hiking attitude.

DIRECTIONS: From the I-210 Freeway, exit at Myrtle Avenue in Monrovia and turn north (toward the mountains). Drive north on Myrtle through Old Town Monrovia about one mile to Foothill Blvd. Then turn right and follow to Canyon Blvd. Turn left, drive through residential area for about 0.7 mile to Scenic Dr. and follow Canyon Blvd as it curves to the right. In another 0.3 mile, turn right into Canyon Parkdriving through Monrovia (about 2 miles west of the 605 Freeway) and park in the lower lot just before getting to the entry station.

PARKING: There is a $6 per car parking fee so car-pooling is recommended if you want to share the costs. Park at the lower parking lot just below the entry station.

RESTROOMS: There are restrooms near the parking lot and entry station.

RESOURCES: This hike is featured in several Southern California hiking guides including the following websites or books:

Dan’s Hiking Pages – Monrovia Canyon Falls (http://www.simpsoncity.com/hiking/monrovia.html) by Dan Simpson.

Hike The San Gabriel Mountains – Best Day Hikes in the Foothills and High Country (http://amzn.to/1ucTimv) by John McKinney

Best Easy Day Hikes San Gabriel Valley (http://amzn.to/1qBQbEn) by Allen Riedel

NO SHOW POLICY: Although we understand that things come up, please don't RSVP for this hike unless you are reasonably sure you can attend. If your plans change, take the time to change your RSVP accordingly. Priority on future hikes will be given to those who show up to the hikes they RSVP to, so if you have a habit of not showing up for the hikes you sign up for, don't be surprised if you get bumped from future hikes.

WAIVER OF LIABILITY & ASSUMPTION OF RISK

Please read before signing up for this event.

By participating in this event you agree to not hold these assistant organizers or Meetup liable for any harm to you of your property. The hike organizers are not a professional hikers/trained leaders and are not trained to treat medical emergencies. Hiking is an inherently dangerous activity that can lead to injuries and even death. You are responsible for your own safety and being appropriately equipped to participate in the hike. You are also responsible for knowing whether you are physically able to participate in the hike. Always stay on the trail, let the hike organizer know if you are leaving the group, and never walk alone.