Frenchman's Flat Hike below Pyramid Dam.

September 17-Frenchman’s Flat Hike below Pyramid Dam. This trail follows beautiful Piru Creek through majestic canyons and chaparral with some of the most interesting geology around! Plan on getting wet! Keep this in mind when you choose your foot wear! Hiking water sandals are a good choice! This is fabulous habitat, and you may see deer, bobcat, raccoon, puma and bear, so bring your camera! There are native trout in this year-round creek, and this is one of the last native trout fisheries in the state. The hike is 8 miles RT, with little gain, but is considered moderate to difficult in spots due to river crossings and bouldering. Meet at Towsley outside the gates at 7AM or the trail head at 7:25 Directions to the trail head: North I-5 to Templin Hwy. Exit. Turn left (back under the FWY) for approximately 500 Ft. Turn right on the Golden State Hwy (the only road there). Stay on this road for approximately 4 Miles until you see a white restraining gate at the end of the road. This is Frenchman Flats Campground. Park on the Road. You MUST display an Adventure Pass here or you will be cited by the Forest Service and given a ticket. Adventure Day passes can be obtained at any ranger station, Sport Chalet and other sports store outlets in Santa Clarita. Day passes are $5.00. If you want to buy an annual pass, it is $30.00. Leader: Richard