Chantry Flat/ Sturtevant Falls and a loop back to the Packing station

6 December 2014 - Chantry Flat/ Sturtevant Falls , looping back to Adam's Mule Packing station.

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Description:

The trail starts at Chantry Flat on a paved road, then becomes a single track trail past Roberts' camp and then to Sturdevant Falls. After a rest we will hike back to Roberts' camp and follow another hiking road back to Chantry Flat to complete a loop. The hike is well shaded and usually has water flowing year round. There is lots of greenery and rustic charm.

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PARKING: NOTE, this trailhead is very popular, parking can be difficult.

By far the most difficult thing with this hike is figuring out where to park. The lot opens at 6AM and is usually full by 7AM. For this reason, we have to leave SCV early and we recommend carpooling. On weekends, parking can be backed up a half mile down the road. If you are not able to park in the main lot for free or the paying lot above it, you will have to park along the approach road. In that case, you will need an Adventure Pass on display, if you want to avoid a ticket.

Directions to Trailhead: From the 210 Fwy in Arcadia heading East, take the Santa Anita Ave. exit. Turn left (North) on to Santa Anita Ave and drive 6 miles until the road deadends at Chantry Flat.

Carpool: Meet at the Towsley Canyon front parking lot at 6:15AM. Carpool arrangements will be made at that time and we leave at 6:30AM SHARP. Please be respectful of your driver's support by contributing something at the end of your carpool to help defray the cost of gas.

Meet your Leader at the Trailhead: The group will meet at the lower trailhead as you enter (where the Restrooms are) and leave at 07:30AM .

Adventure Pass: Required if you park outside the parking lot (which may end up being the case). Get an annual one at Sports Chalet.

Bring: A snack/lunch, water (3 liters is recommended), electrolytes if it is a hot day, sunscreen, hat, hiking poles if you have them, and your camera. Wear layered clothing and good boots with tread.

Bring some money if you want to enjoy a cold beer or a hot dog at Adams Pack Station (established 1936) at the end of the hike. if we are lucky they will have their pulled pork sandwich.

Hike Length: 6 Miles with 700 feet elevation gain.

Rating: Easy++ to Moderate

Leader: Steve

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