Bridge to Nowhere and Devil's Gulch Waterfall Adventure (Level 3 Strenuous)

DESCRIPTION
This is the favorite southern California day hike. The trail follows the San Gabriel River, traversing the stream approximately at least 6-8 times （each way), meandering with a steady climb through the East Fork Trail. After arriving at the Bridge to Nowhere, you can hike down to the creek and have lunch and maybe take a dip at the water. We will go to the Devil's Gulch to view the waterfall and then continue to the Bridge to Nowhere.

Some streams crossing can be forceful, but fordable with firm bottom footing. Currently the water level is about 3 feet at some deeper crossings.

The Hiking Guy provides a good description of the hike. See [Bridge to Nowhere Hike Guide - HikingGuy.com](https://hikingguy.com/hiking-trails/best-la-hikes/bridge-to-nowhere-hike/)

WHAT TO BRING
At least 3 liters of water, sunscreen, hat, extra shoes and socks, lunch, towel. Do not wear waterproof shoes and they can retain water and make you uncomfortable. Wear swimwear underneath if you want to take a dip. Trekking poles are very helpful.

Waterproof your cell phones and cameras since you may fall into the water.

Level 3: Strenuous
Miles: 11 miles round trip
Gain: 1300 ft
Time: 5-6 hours hiking time

General Rating: Level 3 Strenuous due to distance and water crossing. Download RATING TABLE (https://tinyurl.com/HikeRating) to read more about difficulty levels.

For parking, this hike requires an Adventure Pass. You can purchase a day pass for $5 or an annual pass for $30. You can also use your National Park Pass or Senior Pass. Here is a link of where you can purchase either the day/annual pass (please purchase beforehand, as you cannot purchase in the parking lot): http://www.fs.usda.gov/detailfull/r5/passes-permits/recreation/?cid=stelprdb5181410&width=full

FACILITIES: Rest rooms are located at the trail head.

Link to the same hike in 2023
https://www.meetup.com/hikingoc/events/294182455/

After the hike, you are welcome to join us for lunch at La Tolteca Restaurant, 429 N Azusa Ave, Azusa.

REMINDER:

By joining the meetup, you agree to Meetup Terms of Service releases the Organizer and Assistant Organizers from any liability related to incidents that occur at Meetup gatherings

> YOU acknowledge THAT WE ARE NOT PROFESSIONALS.
> YOU ASSUME RESPONSIBILITY FOR YOURSELF AND YOUR SAFETY
> Hiking is a rewarding and pleasant activity in nature, but there are certain dangers you should be aware of. Those include, but are not limited to, trip and fall injuries, bee stings, poison oak exposure, ticks, snake bites, coyotes, mountain lions or wildlife. By signing up for this event, you agree to hold harmless the hike organizer, assistant organizers and other participants for any injuries sustained during this hike,