3rd Annual "Bridge to Nowhere Hike" 2012 LETS GET SOAKED!
- June 17, 2012 · 7:00 AM
3rd Annual Bridge to Nowhere Hike 2012
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MEET AT 5:45AM
WE WILL LEAVE THE PARKING LOT EXACTLY AT 6:15AM! PLEASE ARRIVE ON TIME!
IT TAKES APPROXIMATELY 53 MINS DRIVING TIME FROM ABC TO THE PARKING LOT OF THE TRAILHEAD FOR BRIDGE TO NOWHERE.
ALHAMBRA BOWLING CENTER
MEET AT 5:45AM
1400 E Valley Blvd
Alhambra, CA 91801
I know its really early and unless you're early you may not be able to secure a parking space at the parking lot of the trailhead. You do not want to risk parking in a Do Not Park area and have to be fined a ticket.
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IMPORTANT INSTRUCTION PLEASE READ THOROUGHLY AND CAREFULLY!!!!!!!!!
One Adventure Pass is required per vehicle and you could purchase it for $5 at REI Store or any sporting goods store. Otherwise you may be fined by the Park Ranger without a Permit.
Directions
to Bridge to Nowhere Hike
The Hike is subject to water condition in terms of safety and may be rescheduled accordingly to the next safest available Saturday to traverse the river. You will be updated one week from the date of the hike in terms of water condition.
From Los Angeles, go east on the 10 freeway.
Take the 210 freeway east (toward San Bernardino) exit Azusa Ave go North.
MAKE SURE TO PURCHASE YOUR ADVENTURE PASS BEFORE GOING
Continue North up the canyon for about 30 minutes, you will come to a large bridge that crosses the canyon, turn right and go east across the bridge and continue. You will pass a camp ground and restaurant called Follows Camp continue on the highway all the way to the end of the road.
DO NOT EXIT SHOEMAKER RD OR GLENDORA MOUNTAIN ROAD.
Stay on East Fork Road. East Fork Road turns into Camp Bonta Prairie Forks Rd that leads you right into the parking lot. The road will end in a parking lot just past the East Fork ranger station. There are restrooms there and at the bottom of the hill. The trailhead is at the far end of the parking lot.
PLEASE BE THERE ON TIME AT 7:00AM SHARP BECAUSE THIS TIME WE WILL LEAVE FOR THE TRAIL PROMPTLY AT 8AM. YOU DO NOT WANT TO COME LATE AND MISS HIKING WITH THE GROUP... YOU WILL GET LOST IF YOU DON'T HAVE SOMEONE SHOWING YOU THE WAY, THERE ARE 7 RIVER CROSSINGS. THE OTHER REASON YOU WANT TO BE ON TIME IS BECAUSE THE PARKING LOT GETS PACKED AND I MEAN PACK LIKE A ZOO! IF YOU COME LATE YOU HAVE NO WILL HAVE NOWHERE TO PARK! THAT'S HOW POPULAR THIS HIKE IS. ALSO IT GIVES EVERYBODY ENOUGH TIME TO GEL UP ON SUNSCREEN AND USE THE RESTROOM BEFORE WE START.
Dogs are allowed but I DO NOT recommend it! Every dog I see that comes on this hike gets so exhausted at the end of it, especially small dogs.
REMEMBER to PACK your Lunch!
This is a whole day event and we'll return to the parking lot by 5pm. Please schedule your day accordingly.
After our Bridge to Nowhere Hike we will hit up Dinner location yet TBA.
I recommend you wear a comfortable pair of water sandals...
Please Bring The Following:
- Minimum of 2 liters of water! (You will run out of water)
- Pack a high CALORIE lunch, you'll need it and we'll have our lunch at the bridge. Bring some snacks to eat while hiking for energy, you will need it.
- You will be crossing streams that may be up to waist high.
- 1. Wear appropriate clothing that are quick drying.
- 2. Wear appropriate footwear that you don't mind getting SOAKED in but provide you the comfort you need to negotiate over the different terrains and distance of 10miles round trip.
- Bring Sunscreen, a hat with A large brim and Bug spray.
One Adventure Pass is required per vehicle and you could purchase it for $5 at REI Store or any sporting goods store. Otherwise you may be fined by the Park Ranger without a Permit.
Remember as Always... BRING a Smile, a few laughs, and a great Humor. You're gonna have a great time under the sun.
Check out our Bridge to Nowhere Hike 2010 Slideshow!
(photography & slideshow by David Wang)
This is a very popular hike called "The Bridge to Nowhere". This is the most fun and adventurous hike I have ever done. This is a very beautiful hike though canyons and river beds and no doubt the best in the entire range. I highly recommend this hike to any hikers. This is gonna be an easy 10 miles round trip hike set at a slow pace so we can soak in all the beauty of nature. There are stream crossings and you will get soaked so wearing sandals or shoes you don't mind getting soaked in. Also wear shorts made with material that is quick drying. You must be able to carry at least a minimum of three liters water. We will hike up to the Bridge to Nowhere and have lunch while watching people bungee jump off the bridge. After the hike we're planning on making up for the calories we've burned at a local eatery yet to be announced.
I know 7:00am in the morning is really early to be there but we're planning on staying there longer during our lunch break at the bridge and enjoy jumping in the swimming hole!!
PLEASE BE THERE ON TIME AT 7:00AM SHARP BECAUSE THIS TIME WE WILL LEAVE FOR THE TRAIL PROMPTLY AT 8AM. YOU DO NOT WANT TO COME LATE AND MISS HIKING WITH THE GROUP... YOU WILL GET LOST IF YOU DON'T HAVE SOMEONE SHOWING YOU THE WAY. THE OTHER REASON YOU WANT TO BE ON TIME IS BECAUSE THE PARKING LOT GETS PACKED AND I MEAN PACK LIKE A ZOO! THAT'S HOW POPULAR THIS HIKE IS. ALSO IT GIVES EVERYBODY ENOUGH TIME TO GEL UP ON SUNSCREEN AND USE THE RESTROOM BEFORE WE START.
Dogs are allowed but I DO NOT recommend it! Every dog I see that comes on this hike gets so exhausted at the end of it, especially small dogs.
REMEMBER to PACK your Lunch!
This is a whole day event and we'll return to the parking lot by 5pm. Please schedule your day accordingly.
After our Bridge to Nowhere Hike we will hit up Dinner location yet TBA.
I recommend you wear a comfortable pair of water sandals...
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTION PLEASE READ THOROUGHLY AND CAREFULLY!!!!!!!!!
Directions to Bridge to Nowhere Hike
The Hike is subject to water condition in terms of safety and may be rescheduled accordingly to the next safest available Saturday to traverse the river. You will be updated one week from the date of the hike in terms of water condition.
From Los Angeles, go east on the 10 freeway.
Take the 210 freeway east (toward San Bernardino) exit Azusa Ave go North.
MAKE SURE TO PURCHASE YOUR ADVENTURE PASS BEFORE GOING
Continue North up the canyon for about 30 minutes, you will come to a large bridge that crosses the canyon, turn right and go east across the bridge and continue. You will pass a camp ground and restaurant called Follows Camp continue on the highway all the way to the end of the road.
DO NOT EXIT SHOEMAKER RD OR GLENDORA MOUNTAIN ROAD.
Stay on East Fork Road. East Fork Road turns into Camp Bonta Prairie Forks Rd that leads you right into the parking lot. The road will end in a parking lot just past the East Fork ranger station. There are restrooms there and at the bottom of the hill. The trailhead is at the far end of the parking lot.
Please Bring The Following:
- Minimum of 2liters of water! (You will run out of water)
- Pack a high CALORIE lunch, you'll need it and we'll have our lunch at the bridge. Bring some snacks to eat while hiking for energy, you will need it.
- You will be crossing streams that may be up to waist high.
- 1. Wear appropriate clothing that are quick drying.
- 2. Wear appropriate footwear that you don't mind getting SOAKED in but provide you the comfort you need to negotiate over the different terrains and distance of 10miles round trip.
- Bring Sunscreen, a hat with large a large brim and Bug spray.
One Adventure Pass is required per vehicle and you could purchase it for $5 at REI Store or any sporting goods store. Otherwise you may be fined by the Park Ranger without a Permit.
Remember as Always... BRING a Smile, a few laughs, and a great Humor. You're gonna have a great time under the sun.
============CARPOOL============
MEET AT 6AM
ALHAMBRA BOWLING CENTER
1400 E Valley Blvd
Alhambra, CA 91801
I know its really early and unless you're early you may not be able to secure a parking space at parking lot of the trailhead. You do not want to risk parking in a Do Not Park area and have to be fined a ticket.
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Enjoy some of the photos from our 1st Annual Bridge to Nowhere Hike in 2010!
Paul Loves His Margharita Flavor Electrolyte Gummy Cubes!
All the people who are sitting under this tent are being prepped for Bungee Jumping!
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Nam
Thanks Andrew! I love that sound track. Too bad no ankle jump. If I do I wanna do ankle forward jump. I'm sure if you don't like 'little danger' you will not do this kinda stuff, right??... :) Why wait till next year?? Put one up and I'll join you!! I'm gonna sky dive in July, send me message with your # if interested, unless you're going to Hollister with Jorgy. Otherwise see you at next event!
June 19, 2012
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Jorgette Joanne
Woot! Woot! The best and most crazy-fun-wild-adventurous and scenic hike that I've had to date.. and it was my very first time to get to "Bridge-to-Nowhere"! I so love the energy and enthusiasm of everybody who came and conquered the steep cliffs and rocks, river-trekking, waterfalls-jumping and swimming holes bathing!! It so nice to just feel-at-home and comfortable with everyone! =) It was one hell of a great full-day workout!!! Thou I missed the "Bunjee Jumping" part but I had a blast!!! Let's do it again next year!!! =D
June 19, 2012
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Andrew
Likewise, Awesome Ziplining Vid!!! I dig the Top Gun music; very appropriate for this danger endeavor. =) The ankle jumps was not this time. But I heard ankle may be more prone to injury. We were just hooked to the front only. I jumped forward dive for the first jump and then backwards as shown. We'll do it again on next year for the 4th Annual Bridge to Nowhere Hike, Nam!
June 19, 2012
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Nam
Holy S#*? Andrew, that is so awesome!!! They don't have ankle harness jumps?? Wish I could've been there! I went ziplining that same day (which was oh so fun too!!) otherwise I would've gone and done the bungee with you guys. Check out zipline clip I put together:
http://youtu.be/GuDvwyEPouk
June 19, 2012
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Andrew
Click on this link here to get a good idea of how fun it feels to Jump for Joy! =D http://youtu.be/3IYIUco_1NI
June 19, 2012
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Andrew
Hey, Entourage! Only 2 jumped off this Bridge to Nowhere. Jorgy & I encourage you Guys N Gals to do it next year! C'mon and lets get a few heads to TAKE THAT LEAP OF FAITH!!!
June 19, 2012
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Andrew
Following the lemmings off to the cliff was an awesome experience. Thanks Kungpow and Entourage for making time off work well spent. =) My thoughts about safety: if you feel you're muscles tightening up with weakness and fatigue after that 3-5 miles, pop those yummy electrolyte gummy bears or electrolyte packs, in addition to your food and water. It'll get u get refreshed for the hike back. Anyways, if anybody wants to go bungee next year, check out the cool link below in the comment section. Only 2 jumped of Bridge. Next year, let's get some more to take that Leap of Faith! =D
June 19, 2012
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KUNGPOW
Thank you Everyone for coming out on Sunday for our 3rd Annual Hike to the Bridge To Nowhere. It was a blast hiking with all of you and getting soaked together. What I love about this hike is there was a great sense of camaraderie and team spirit... LOVE IT! The Swimming Hole and Cliff Jump was the highlight of the day. I so glad you all had a great time from all the Smiles and Laughters I witnessed. I hope you all could join us again next year on our 4th Annual Hike to the Bridge to Nowhere!
June 18, 2012
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A former member
Thanks Organizers for this awesome hike. Lots of scenic views.
June 18, 2012
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Ivy
Best hike ever! Mixture of sand, streams, stair masters, swimming holes, against a beautiful backdrop. Thank you organizers for a wonderful experience. :D
June 18, 2012
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naomi
The water pools at the end were awesome! Thanks Alfred and Laura for leading us back with the Trail GPS. Ready to go back again next year!
June 18, 2012
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Nam
Jorgy, pics from this hike looks fun. Next time I'll join for sure! Let's do zipline tour. Check out these pics: http://www.meetup.com/Temecula-...
. I wanna go again!!June 17, 2012
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Eric H
Advance group: 5 hours 15 minutes round-trip, including a 1 hour break under the Bridge to Nowhere. Ivy, Vic, Kyle and I were in our cars by 1:30PM.
June 17, 2012
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Leah
Hi Jorgette, I am coming from Woodland Hills too! Can you please give a call in morning if possible? I am sending you an email to give you my cell #.
June 17, 2012
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Jorgette Joanne
Hey Leah, I'm coming from Woodland Hills, Canoga Park area.. we are leaving the valley at around 5:00-5:30am to meet up at Alhambra Bowling Center and caravan from there...
June 17, 2012
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KUNGPOW
If You forgot to purchase your "Advenure Pass" for parking you could still buy one along the way at the 24 hours 7-Eleven store on 455 E. Foothill Blvd, Azusa, CA 91702 for $6-
June 16, 2012
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KUNGPOW
REMEMBER: 2Liters of Water, Adventure Pass for Parking (ranger Station), Pack your Lunch, Extra set of clothings to change into after the Hike, large brimmed hat, Sunscreen, Water Sandals, BE ON TIME AT 545am at ABC Carpool & Caravan Location and Sleep well tonight! See everybody in the morning!
June 16, 2012
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Bryan Bunnag
i have my own adventure pass already, so i was wondering there is a carpool or not in rowland, cuz i can fit 1 or 2 ppl in my car
June 16, 2012
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Bik
@Bryan: Wanna meet at parking lot across from Puente Hill Mall's Krispy Kreme @6:00AM?
June 16, 2012
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KUNGPOW
DON'T FORGET TO BUT YOUR "ADVENTURE PARKING PASS" today! Don't get fined for not having one! It's only $5 and you could purchase it at any Sporting Goods store. Get plenty of rest tonight and stay away from alcohol tonight, it could dehydrate you for Sunday's hike! Carry a minimum of 2 LITTERS OF WATER, pack your own Lunch, wear sun screen and wear a large brimmed hat and last but not least.. Bring a Smiles, bucket of Laughs and a great attitude! DON'T PARTY OUT TOO LATE TONIGHT!
June 16, 2012
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KUNGPOW
FYI... There is a swimming hole at the end of the hike that you could JUMP IN!!! It's Real Fun! After stretch out on the boulders and work on your tan while watching crazy people jump off the bridge above you. All of you gonna have a great time "ChiLLaxing" and frocking in the awesome river. So remember dress appropriately to get not "wet" but soaked! When you realize how good the water feels... Ooh you're gonna LOVE IT, LOVE IT!!!! See everyone tomorrow BRIGHT AND EARLY..
June 16, 2012
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Philip
Hey Andrew, sorry i can't be the driver on Sunday as I have pre-arranged to car pool with someone else. Also I need to leave early so it's not going to be enjoyable if they have to leave with me. Sorry bro, i will make up next time if you need another driver.
June 15, 2012
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Josi
@Jimi - Erik offered me a ride and he lives pretty close to me, so I'll ride with him. See you there!
June 15, 2012
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daniel
Anyone wants to carpool from the La Puente / Hacienda Heights area? Let me know. we can meet at 6:45am and get there by 7:30am. Hike starts at 8am.
June 15, 2012
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Andrew
Philip. Hey, homey...since, I drove u last time and shared tent space at Joshua Tree, how about u help out with Carpool in Irvine? I add u on the Carpool List. You're 1st Passenger is the Kim Lee, Organizer.
June 15, 2012
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Andrew
Kady... readjustments here. U and your friend can join. I will get a hold of Philip who can take Kim Lee since both live in Irvine. More convenient to go straight shot to ABC for them.
June 15, 2012
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KUNGPOW
Jimi, could you pickup Josi and meet us at the Alhambra Bowling Center and we could all Caravan from there together.
June 15, 2012
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Andrew
Carpool Spread Sheet. This is for going to ABC and then Bridge to Nowere. Add yourself as a passenger or driver with Phone#, time, address to meet at.etc
June 15, 2012
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A former member
Hi Andrew, my friend and I kinda wanna give up on going bc we both need a ride and cant find any carpool. This is our first time. It would be great if we can carpool and chip in for gas, we live in Westminster-garden grove area. LMK!
June 15, 2012
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Josi
I live near Sunset and La Brea...I've never been to the hike so I won't be able to guide you, you can meet at the Alhambra carpool spot and get a ride or follow someone else's car from there.
June 14, 2012
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Jimi
@josi im looking for a carpool because im not very familiar with the azusa hiking area where in hollywood are you from?
June 14, 2012
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Eric James
Hey guys its my first time attending an event. do we just leave our car in the bowlng cntr and just carpool since their is no guarantee parking on the trail? will chip in on gas
June 14, 2012
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Ivy
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Alfred (aka AludrA)
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Tony
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Erik +1
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OCAP Organizer, Assistant Organizer
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Bryan Bunnag
Iron Bunny Chef, Assistant Organizer
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byron
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Eric James +1
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Jennifer +1
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Limei Wang +1
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Vic
Bad Boy Biker, Assistant Organizer
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