Metric Man
I've heard that the section of the SA river trail from Waterman in San Berdoo to Arlington Ave in Riverside is complete. Does anyone know if this is true and if so how is it?
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Its complete for the most part. There is a small section, about a half mile before Arlington that's missing a bridge. For this small section you have to ride down a dirt hill and back up the other side. On the other side its paved again, and continues until Arlington.
The dirt part is solid and compacted, so even the thinness road tires can handle it. I wouldn't try it on a rainy day though. This section is scheduled to have a bridge over it someday.
The dirt part is solid and compacted, so even the thinness road tires can handle it. I wouldn't try it on a rainy day though. This section is scheduled to have a bridge over it someday.
Metric Man
Thanks for they heads up. I'm going to give it a ride tomorrow since work is slow.
Brian Sorrell
Heading from San Berdoo to Norco, there is currently a log (part of a telephone pole?) across the trail about a quarter mile past Van Buren. You'll come up over a slight uphill and just as you start to descend, there it is. You used to be able to go around it, but they conveniently added nearly invisible wire to either block your path or tear you to shreds: watch out for that.
Also, through Colton watch out for motorcycles / quads. Just past the landfill, they tend to stage "rides" through the wildlife preserve / river bottom. If you see this activity, call the Colton police department's non-emergency number. They have a task force that patrols the area on weekdays. A kid died on a quad there last year, so they take enforcement pretty seriously now.
If you're inclined to stop at Anza Narrows park, take a quick jaunt up the hill to get a lovely panoramic view of Mt. Rubidoux and numerous other local mountainous features. That's my favorite part of the trail so I always slow down to take it in.
Hidden Valley, at the Norco end around where the dirt section interrupts the paved section, is also quite spectacular. If you're around on a weekend, you can watch the remote controlled airplanes flit about, likely you'll see herds of horseback riders, and the nature center is worth checking out -- it's small, but the staff is really knowledgeable about the area and they'll be glad to see you. They also sell snack bars and such for cyclists.
If you see a nut-job on a blue fixed gear bicycle sprinting up the hills, that's probably me. I ride the trail a couple times a week.
Also, through Colton watch out for motorcycles / quads. Just past the landfill, they tend to stage "rides" through the wildlife preserve / river bottom. If you see this activity, call the Colton police department's non-emergency number. They have a task force that patrols the area on weekdays. A kid died on a quad there last year, so they take enforcement pretty seriously now.
If you're inclined to stop at Anza Narrows park, take a quick jaunt up the hill to get a lovely panoramic view of Mt. Rubidoux and numerous other local mountainous features. That's my favorite part of the trail so I always slow down to take it in.
Hidden Valley, at the Norco end around where the dirt section interrupts the paved section, is also quite spectacular. If you're around on a weekend, you can watch the remote controlled airplanes flit about, likely you'll see herds of horseback riders, and the nature center is worth checking out -- it's small, but the staff is really knowledgeable about the area and they'll be glad to see you. They also sell snack bars and such for cyclists.
If you see a nut-job on a blue fixed gear bicycle sprinting up the hills, that's probably me. I ride the trail a couple times a week.
Metric Man
I rode it yesterday and enjoyed it. Nice write up. I saw a nut job on a blue bike but since he was sitting in the middle of the road drinking beer I asume it wasn't you. ;)
I'll be back and I'll keep an eye out for you.
I'll be back and I'll keep an eye out for you.
garyj
I've heard that the section of the SA river trail from Waterman in San Berdoo to Arlington Ave in Riverside is complete. Does anyone know if this is true and if so how is it?
I rode it a couple of weeks ago and took the 14 miles of streets through Corona-Norco (almost all is plenty wide), reconnected at Green River and went to the ocean and North to Sunset Beach - about 88 miles. It was a nice ride. I would not recommend riding the dirt with road tires. It's soft about half way through and doesn't get better until near the pavement. It only takes a few minutes to walk it.
From your area you can ride out to Yuciapa Blvd, cross the freeway, take the frontage road to Alta Vista, up the hill to Sunset, to Smiley Heights Dr, to Terricina to Barton to Waterman to the trail. It would be a very do-able ride. Going from the trail back to Yucaipa via Sunset is a good workout.
I rode it a couple of weeks ago and took the 14 miles of streets through Corona-Norco (almost all is plenty wide), reconnected at Green River and went to the ocean and North to Sunset Beach - about 88 miles. It was a nice ride. I would not recommend riding the dirt with road tires. It's soft about half way through and doesn't get better until near the pavement. It only takes a few minutes to walk it.
From your area you can ride out to Yuciapa Blvd, cross the freeway, take the frontage road to Alta Vista, up the hill to Sunset, to Smiley Heights Dr, to Terricina to Barton to Waterman to the trail. It would be a very do-able ride. Going from the trail back to Yucaipa via Sunset is a good workout.
Metric Man
From your area you can ride out to Yuciapa Blvd, cross the freeway, take the frontage road to Alta Vista, up the hill to Sunset, to Smiley Heights Dr, to Terricina to Barton to Waterman to the trail. It would be a very do-able ride. Going from the trail back to Yucaipa via Sunset is a good workout.
:eek::eek::eek: That may be a year or so down the road. This old man needs to get some more miles under him. I just started riding last year and this year I am up to 800 miles, with 400 of that in April, so I'm getting better, but I don't think that ride is in the cards just yet. The "Yucaipa via Sunset is a good workout" is an understatement. I could do that one way, perhaps...but not back. ;)
:eek::eek::eek: That may be a year or so down the road. This old man needs to get some more miles under him. I just started riding last year and this year I am up to 800 miles, with 400 of that in April, so I'm getting better, but I don't think that ride is in the cards just yet. The "Yucaipa via Sunset is a good workout" is an understatement. I could do that one way, perhaps...but not back. ;)
garyj
:eek::eek::eek: That may be a year or so down the road. This old man needs to get some more miles under him. I just started riding last year and this year I am up to 800 miles, with 400 of that in April, so I'm getting better, but I don't think that ride is in the cards just yet. The "Yucaipa via Sunset is a good workout" is an understatement. I could do that one way, perhaps...but not back. ;)
I've not been riding too much longer than you - a couple of years and I'll be 63 next month. I didn't mean to sound like riding to the beach and back was just "a good workout...." I've talked about it but am not sure I'm ready to try it yet. I ride Sunset 3-6 times a week from near WalMart in Redlands to the frontage road at the bottom of Alta Vista and back. Going it's a workout - the one I was talking about. Coming back it's mostly downhill.
Do you have a mountain bike? If so there are some great rides in our area and groups that ride them weekly.
I've not been riding too much longer than you - a couple of years and I'll be 63 next month. I didn't mean to sound like riding to the beach and back was just "a good workout...." I've talked about it but am not sure I'm ready to try it yet. I ride Sunset 3-6 times a week from near WalMart in Redlands to the frontage road at the bottom of Alta Vista and back. Going it's a workout - the one I was talking about. Coming back it's mostly downhill.
Do you have a mountain bike? If so there are some great rides in our area and groups that ride them weekly.
Brian Sorrell
... I saw a nut job on a blue bike but since he was sitting in the middle of the road drinking beer I assume it wasn't you. ;) ...
No, I never stop in the middle of the road ;)
Do you drive in from Beaumont to ride the trail or do you ride in or do you work in the area? Whatever the case, if you're looking to change up the route and see some more of Riverside, I'd recommend taking a trip down Victoria Ave. to the Citrus State Historic Park. If you're interested I can describe the route that I take to get there that will get you back to the SART in a great big fun loop. Also, it's fun to ride around the Canyon Crest / UCR area and there are plenty of good places to stop for a bite if you get hungry.
Anyway, glad to hear that you're enjoying riding around here.
No, I never stop in the middle of the road ;)
Do you drive in from Beaumont to ride the trail or do you ride in or do you work in the area? Whatever the case, if you're looking to change up the route and see some more of Riverside, I'd recommend taking a trip down Victoria Ave. to the Citrus State Historic Park. If you're interested I can describe the route that I take to get there that will get you back to the SART in a great big fun loop. Also, it's fun to ride around the Canyon Crest / UCR area and there are plenty of good places to stop for a bite if you get hungry.
Anyway, glad to hear that you're enjoying riding around here.
Psydotek
Last time i rode that part of SART (a month ago i think?), the pavement ended right past the ranger station in Hidden Valley and i had no idea Arlington was just around the corner.
Those frickin' motorcycles/quads/trucks around the landfill throw rocks and gravel all over the trail too. :(
Anza Narrows park also has a bathroom. :D
Those frickin' motorcycles/quads/trucks around the landfill throw rocks and gravel all over the trail too. :(
Anza Narrows park also has a bathroom. :D
Metric Man
No, I never stop in the middle of the road ;)
Do you drive in from Beaumont to ride the trail or do you ride in or do you work in the area? Whatever the case, if you're looking to change up the route and see some more of Riverside, I'd recommend taking a trip down Victoria Ave. to the Citrus State Historic Park. If you're interested I can describe the route that I take to get there that will get you back to the SART in a great big fun loop. Also, it's fun to ride around the Canyon Crest / UCR area and there are plenty of good places to stop for a bite if you get hungry.
Anyway, glad to hear that you're enjoying riding around here.
I'll be driving over to the start of the trails, otherwise I'll be too spent to make it home. The farthest ride I've done so far is 50 miles last summer on my 50th birthday, had to you know. ;) But I've done many 30+ rides and I looking forward to a metric century next. I used to live near Indiana and VB so I'm familiar with the area but not sure about the loop you're talking about. Lay it out, I might be tempted some Saturday.
Besides riding in Cherry Valley and Beaumont I sometimes ride in the Chandler AZ area when we go to visit my daughter and sometimes in the desert, Indian Wells, La Quinta to be specific where my mother in-law lives. I am starting to venture out towards Yucaipa and Redlands though...maybe I'll give the Alta Vista route a go.
Do you drive in from Beaumont to ride the trail or do you ride in or do you work in the area? Whatever the case, if you're looking to change up the route and see some more of Riverside, I'd recommend taking a trip down Victoria Ave. to the Citrus State Historic Park. If you're interested I can describe the route that I take to get there that will get you back to the SART in a great big fun loop. Also, it's fun to ride around the Canyon Crest / UCR area and there are plenty of good places to stop for a bite if you get hungry.
Anyway, glad to hear that you're enjoying riding around here.
I'll be driving over to the start of the trails, otherwise I'll be too spent to make it home. The farthest ride I've done so far is 50 miles last summer on my 50th birthday, had to you know. ;) But I've done many 30+ rides and I looking forward to a metric century next. I used to live near Indiana and VB so I'm familiar with the area but not sure about the loop you're talking about. Lay it out, I might be tempted some Saturday.
Besides riding in Cherry Valley and Beaumont I sometimes ride in the Chandler AZ area when we go to visit my daughter and sometimes in the desert, Indian Wells, La Quinta to be specific where my mother in-law lives. I am starting to venture out towards Yucaipa and Redlands though...maybe I'll give the Alta Vista route a go.
Metric Man
Last time i rode that part of SART (a month ago i think?), the pavement ended right past the ranger station in Hidden Valley and i had no idea Arlington was just around the corner.
I didn't know that either, how much farther does the trail go if you pick it up farther down?
Anza Narrows park also has a bathroom. :D
Bathrooms are good...especially for old guys. :D
I didn't know that either, how much farther does the trail go if you pick it up farther down?
Anza Narrows park also has a bathroom. :D
Bathrooms are good...especially for old guys. :D
garyj
I didn't know that either, how much farther does the trail go if you pick it up farther down? :D
The trail starts again at Green River. It's about 14 miles of surface roads from the Arlington ending until it starts again at Green River. It goes all the way to the beach just south of Huntington Beach. From there is a beach trail going both north and south.
The only hard part of the Alta Vista to Sunset route is the first quarter mile. It's up hill but not bad. If you continue on, it is all downhill. However, that means you are climbing coming back. That's my daily ride, but I'm coming the other way and doing the long uphill (7 miles) first. It's all gaining altitude, but there are 3 good climbs of about a quarter mile in the mix. Sometimes I do it at night (I have good lights). It's a great ride with views and the people in the area are used to bikes on the road, so they give you lots of room. Most of that ride has wide roads. I'm riding it at about 5 this afternoon. For me it's about 52 minutes going and 33 coming back.
The trail starts again at Green River. It's about 14 miles of surface roads from the Arlington ending until it starts again at Green River. It goes all the way to the beach just south of Huntington Beach. From there is a beach trail going both north and south.
The only hard part of the Alta Vista to Sunset route is the first quarter mile. It's up hill but not bad. If you continue on, it is all downhill. However, that means you are climbing coming back. That's my daily ride, but I'm coming the other way and doing the long uphill (7 miles) first. It's all gaining altitude, but there are 3 good climbs of about a quarter mile in the mix. Sometimes I do it at night (I have good lights). It's a great ride with views and the people in the area are used to bikes on the road, so they give you lots of room. Most of that ride has wide roads. I'm riding it at about 5 this afternoon. For me it's about 52 minutes going and 33 coming back.
roadie114
Heading from San Berdoo to Norco, there is currently a log (part of a telephone pole?) across the trail about a quarter mile past Van Buren. You'll come up over a slight uphill and just as you start to descend, there it is. You used to be able to go around it, but they conveniently added nearly invisible wire to either block your path or tear you to shreds: watch out for that.
Also, through Colton watch out for motorcycles / quads. Just past the landfill, they tend to stage "rides" through the wildlife preserve / river bottom. If you see this activity, call the Colton police department's non-emergency number. They have a task force that patrols the area on weekdays. A kid died on a quad there last year, so they take enforcement pretty seriously now.
If you're inclined to stop at Anza Narrows park, take a quick jaunt up the hill to get a lovely panoramic view of Mt. Rubidoux and numerous other local mountainous features. That's my favorite part of the trail so I always slow down to take it in.
Hidden Valley, at the Norco end around where the dirt section interrupts the paved section, is also quite spectacular. If you're around on a weekend, you can watch the remote controlled airplanes flit about, likely you'll see herds of horseback riders, and the nature center is worth checking out -- it's small, but the staff is really knowledgeable about the area and they'll be glad to see you. They also sell snack bars and such for cyclists.
If you see a nut-job on a blue fixed gear bicycle sprinting up the hills, that's probably me. I ride the trail a couple times a week.
Hey Brian. Would you happen to know of a some good/safe staging areas that would be 10-20 miles East of the Hidden Valley area? I live in Redlands, and am looking for a staging area near Colton/Riverside. Thx!!
Also, through Colton watch out for motorcycles / quads. Just past the landfill, they tend to stage "rides" through the wildlife preserve / river bottom. If you see this activity, call the Colton police department's non-emergency number. They have a task force that patrols the area on weekdays. A kid died on a quad there last year, so they take enforcement pretty seriously now.
If you're inclined to stop at Anza Narrows park, take a quick jaunt up the hill to get a lovely panoramic view of Mt. Rubidoux and numerous other local mountainous features. That's my favorite part of the trail so I always slow down to take it in.
Hidden Valley, at the Norco end around where the dirt section interrupts the paved section, is also quite spectacular. If you're around on a weekend, you can watch the remote controlled airplanes flit about, likely you'll see herds of horseback riders, and the nature center is worth checking out -- it's small, but the staff is really knowledgeable about the area and they'll be glad to see you. They also sell snack bars and such for cyclists.
If you see a nut-job on a blue fixed gear bicycle sprinting up the hills, that's probably me. I ride the trail a couple times a week.
Hey Brian. Would you happen to know of a some good/safe staging areas that would be 10-20 miles East of the Hidden Valley area? I live in Redlands, and am looking for a staging area near Colton/Riverside. Thx!!
roadie114
Anybody know where to get a map of the SART trail, specifically Riverside if possible?? Thx.
Brian Sorrell
Hey Brian. Would you happen to know of a some good/safe staging areas that would be 10-20 miles East of the Hidden Valley area? I live in Redlands, and am looking for a staging area near Colton/Riverside. Thx!!
The best spot in Colton is the trail entrance at La Cadena. A lot of groups park and start there and it's about 15 miles from Hidden Valley if I estimate correctly. However, there are no facilities there.
You could start at Fairmount Park where there are bathrooms and water. That's probably about 12 miles from Hidden Valley, but -- though the city has done a lot to clean up the park -- safety might be a concern at some times of the day.
You could also stage from around the Convention Center / Downtown walking mall, which is under a mile from Fairmount Park. That might be nice as, upon your return, you could eat lunch right there. I recommend The Upper Crust for sandwiches -- they're open through the afternoon on Sundays so that's pretty handy. There are also nearby coffee places, like Starbucks -- but I recommend Back To The Grind on University Ave. And if you run late and want some good English pub style food and a pint, The Royal Falconer (at 13th and Main) is very good (though the one in Redlands is a bit better).
If you want to ride the whole length of this section, you can start at Waterman -- sorry I don't know the cross street, but there's a motel at the end of the trail where a lot of rides stage.
For more information about the entire SART, try this:
http://www.sawpa.org/projects/planning/sart.htm. They have a giant map that might not be entirely helpful. But once you're on the trail, it's all pretty obvious.
Wait! Here's a map:
http://www.bikely.com/maps/bike-path/Santa-Ana-River-Trail-North-to-South
The best spot in Colton is the trail entrance at La Cadena. A lot of groups park and start there and it's about 15 miles from Hidden Valley if I estimate correctly. However, there are no facilities there.
You could start at Fairmount Park where there are bathrooms and water. That's probably about 12 miles from Hidden Valley, but -- though the city has done a lot to clean up the park -- safety might be a concern at some times of the day.
You could also stage from around the Convention Center / Downtown walking mall, which is under a mile from Fairmount Park. That might be nice as, upon your return, you could eat lunch right there. I recommend The Upper Crust for sandwiches -- they're open through the afternoon on Sundays so that's pretty handy. There are also nearby coffee places, like Starbucks -- but I recommend Back To The Grind on University Ave. And if you run late and want some good English pub style food and a pint, The Royal Falconer (at 13th and Main) is very good (though the one in Redlands is a bit better).
If you want to ride the whole length of this section, you can start at Waterman -- sorry I don't know the cross street, but there's a motel at the end of the trail where a lot of rides stage.
For more information about the entire SART, try this:
http://www.sawpa.org/projects/planning/sart.htm. They have a giant map that might not be entirely helpful. But once you're on the trail, it's all pretty obvious.
Wait! Here's a map:
http://www.bikely.com/maps/bike-path/Santa-Ana-River-Trail-North-to-South
roadie114
The best spot in Colton is the trail entrance at La Cadena. A lot of groups park and start there and it's about 15 miles from Hidden Valley if I estimate correctly. However, there are no facilities there.
You could start at Fairmount Park where there are bathrooms and water. That's probably about 12 miles from Hidden Valley, but -- though the city has done a lot to clean up the park -- safety might be a concern at some times of the day.
You could also stage from around the Convention Center / Downtown walking mall, which is under a mile from Fairmount Park. That might be nice as, upon your return, you could eat lunch right there. I recommend The Upper Crust for sandwiches -- they're open through the afternoon on Sundays so that's pretty handy. There are also nearby coffee places, like Starbucks -- but I recommend Back To The Grind on University Ave. And if you run late and want some good English pub style food and a pint, The Royal Falconer (at 13th and Main) is very good (though the one in Redlands is a bit better).
If you want to ride the whole length of this section, you can start at Waterman -- sorry I don't know the cross street, but there's a motel at the end of the trail where a lot of rides stage.
For more information about the entire SART, try this:
http://www.sawpa.org/projects/planning/sart.htm. They have a giant map that might not be entirely helpful. But once you're on the trail, it's all pretty obvious.
Wait! Here's a map:
http://www.bikely.com/maps/bike-path/Santa-Ana-River-Trail-North-to-South
Cool, thx. I printed the map, and it shows Anza Narrows Park, Hidden Valley Park, River Trails Park, and Prado Regional Park. Are these parks good places to park and ride, for free :D? I've ridden the part at Waterman Ave, there's a little parking lot at the Quality Inn on the west side. Which areas offer the most scenic rides?? Thanks again.
You could start at Fairmount Park where there are bathrooms and water. That's probably about 12 miles from Hidden Valley, but -- though the city has done a lot to clean up the park -- safety might be a concern at some times of the day.
You could also stage from around the Convention Center / Downtown walking mall, which is under a mile from Fairmount Park. That might be nice as, upon your return, you could eat lunch right there. I recommend The Upper Crust for sandwiches -- they're open through the afternoon on Sundays so that's pretty handy. There are also nearby coffee places, like Starbucks -- but I recommend Back To The Grind on University Ave. And if you run late and want some good English pub style food and a pint, The Royal Falconer (at 13th and Main) is very good (though the one in Redlands is a bit better).
If you want to ride the whole length of this section, you can start at Waterman -- sorry I don't know the cross street, but there's a motel at the end of the trail where a lot of rides stage.
For more information about the entire SART, try this:
http://www.sawpa.org/projects/planning/sart.htm. They have a giant map that might not be entirely helpful. But once you're on the trail, it's all pretty obvious.
Wait! Here's a map:
http://www.bikely.com/maps/bike-path/Santa-Ana-River-Trail-North-to-South
Cool, thx. I printed the map, and it shows Anza Narrows Park, Hidden Valley Park, River Trails Park, and Prado Regional Park. Are these parks good places to park and ride, for free :D? I've ridden the part at Waterman Ave, there's a little parking lot at the Quality Inn on the west side. Which areas offer the most scenic rides?? Thanks again.
Brian Sorrell
Cool, thx. I printed the map, and it shows Anza Narrows Park, Hidden Valley Park, River Trails Park, and Prado Regional Park. Are these parks good places to park and ride, for free :D? I've ridden the part at Waterman Ave, there's a little parking lot at the Quality Inn on the west side. Which areas offer the most scenic rides?? Thanks again.
Anza Narrows Park is one of my favorite places in Riverside. If you ride through there, head up the hill and you can see just about every prominent natural feature in the area. I believe they "charge" three dollars to park, but it's an honor system if I recall. Hidden Valley is also quite spectacular. I don't know the other parks by name. If free parking is an issue, you can always park in one of the numerous residential areas that surround the trail. I ride from home -- I'm two miles from the entrance at Tequesquite Ave. near the base of Mt. Rubidoux.
The most scenic part of the trail is between Fairmount Park and Hidden Valley. It's really quite lush and filled with wildlife. To me, it's therapeutic to ride here. You just can't believe that you're a couple miles from the bustle of freeways and a half a million people.
I'll be sure to keep an eye out for you. You won't be hard to miss if you're riding the recumbent that you posted in the introduction thread :)
Anza Narrows Park is one of my favorite places in Riverside. If you ride through there, head up the hill and you can see just about every prominent natural feature in the area. I believe they "charge" three dollars to park, but it's an honor system if I recall. Hidden Valley is also quite spectacular. I don't know the other parks by name. If free parking is an issue, you can always park in one of the numerous residential areas that surround the trail. I ride from home -- I'm two miles from the entrance at Tequesquite Ave. near the base of Mt. Rubidoux.
The most scenic part of the trail is between Fairmount Park and Hidden Valley. It's really quite lush and filled with wildlife. To me, it's therapeutic to ride here. You just can't believe that you're a couple miles from the bustle of freeways and a half a million people.
I'll be sure to keep an eye out for you. You won't be hard to miss if you're riding the recumbent that you posted in the introduction thread :)
roadie114
Anza Narrows Park is one of my favorite places in Riverside. If you ride through there, head up the hill and you can see just about every prominent natural feature in the area. I believe they "charge" three dollars to park, but it's an honor system if I recall. Hidden Valley is also quite spectacular. I don't know the other parks by name. If free parking is an issue, you can always park in one of the numerous residential areas that surround the trail. I ride from home -- I'm two miles from the entrance at Tequesquite Ave. near the base of Mt. Rubidoux.
The most scenic part of the trail is between Fairmount Park and Hidden Valley. It's really quite lush and filled with wildlife. To me, it's therapeutic to ride here. You just can't believe that you're a couple miles from the bustle of freeways and a half a million people.
I'll be sure to keep an eye out for you. You won't be hard to miss if you're riding the recumbent that you posted in the introduction thread :)
Yep, that's me. I haven't seen another trike around yet. Thanks for the great info, we'll try to start around Fairmount Park, hopefully this Sunday and head West (South).
Almost forgot, where's a good staging area near Fairmount Park? At the park?
The most scenic part of the trail is between Fairmount Park and Hidden Valley. It's really quite lush and filled with wildlife. To me, it's therapeutic to ride here. You just can't believe that you're a couple miles from the bustle of freeways and a half a million people.
I'll be sure to keep an eye out for you. You won't be hard to miss if you're riding the recumbent that you posted in the introduction thread :)
Yep, that's me. I haven't seen another trike around yet. Thanks for the great info, we'll try to start around Fairmount Park, hopefully this Sunday and head West (South).
Almost forgot, where's a good staging area near Fairmount Park? At the park?
Brian Sorrell
At the park will work. There's a road that loops around the lake you can pick up the trail there. It goes through a wooded area first, then a slight uphill to the river. Bear left toward Mt. Rubidoux and you'll be heading for Hidden Valley. About a mile down the way you'll hit Tequesquite where you turn right for a hundred yards or so along an abandoned part of the road, then turn left back on to the trail. It's all very obvious. Enjoy :) I might be out there Sunday as well, depending on how the weekend shapes up.
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