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Summary: In this scenic loop trip form Chantry flat, you'll climb by way of the Gabrielino Trail to Sturtevant Camp, and return by way of the Mt. Zion and Upper Winter Creek trails. You start down a paved road (.06 mi) . There is a restroom at the end of the pave road. You edge along side a number of small cabins. At 1.4 miles, amidst a beautiful oak woodland, you come to a 4 way junction of trails. Take the time to see 50-foot-high Sturtevant Falls, a worthy trip. Take the middle (lower) trail -the more scenic and exciting alternative. This trail slices across a sheer wall above the falls and continues through miniature cascades and pools. About 2.8 miles into the hike you will reach Cascade Picnic where ther are restrooms. Another .7 you will reach Spruce Grove trail Camp. This is a nice place to stop for a snack or you can continue to Sturtevant Camp which is .1 miles where you can relax and have a swing. Cross a dam and take the MT. Zion trail to upper Winter trail. Trailhead: From the Foothill Freeway(210) in Arcadia, exit on Santa Anita Avenue and drive six miles north to its end at Chantry Flat. The trail begins across the road from the parking lot. (Lat:34.19459 Lon:-118.02405) Trail Guides for Big Santa Anita Loop: Trails of the Angeles by John W. Robinson (Wilderness Press) Day Hikers Guide to Southern California by John McKinney (Olympus Press) Best Seasons: Year-Round User Groups: Hikers, Dogs, Bikes, Horses, Ranger Contact: Angeles National Forest, (818) 790-1151 Localhikes Reporter: This hike was submitted by Sandy Westphal, who has posted 1 other hike on this site Trail Reviews Page 1 of 8 Submit your own review 
Reviewed by alex on 9/2/2008 i love this hike.
Reviewed by OB1 on 8/12/2008 This is just a fantastic hike- definitely a personal favorite. The hike up the canyon along the creek was cool and pleasant even on a hot summer day, and Sturtevant falls was empty on the weekday I visited, so I could just relax and enjoy its natural majesty. The hike to Sturtevant's Camp up the canyon is just sublime. I was bothered a little by some flies getting to the top of Mt. Zion, and the views from Zion's summit aren't mind-blowing, but this was otherwise a near-perfect hike. Very highly recommended.
Reviewed by Viewer on 7/7/2008 great hike, definitly would do it again. offers a simple trail for families and older people, and dirt trails higher in elevation where not many people choose to go. lots of streams and water. saw lots of snakes, lizards, and fish. did'nt have to drink my own urine or eat any worms or maggots to get out alive, will go back again. 
Reviewed by David on 6/29/2008 There are so many options for Big Santa Anita it really is a blast. You can make things more difficult by hiking Winter Creek up to Mount Wilson and can come down the Big Sanata Anita trail. I just recently came down the long way via Rim to Ridge which is in bad shape and then from Newcomb Pass back into Big Santa Anita.
Reviewed by maria on 5/9/2008 look at the beautiful mountains
Reviewed by KS on 5/5/2008 Still open after fire, very good experience 
Reviewed by Ponce Crew ;-) on 4/30/2008 Love it all especially the streams. Its a beautiful piece of nature that we try to enjoy every chance we get, Our girl's 8 & 11 love rock hopping their way to the waterfall ;-) we just went 2 weeks ago, I sure hope it wasn't lost in the fire~it would be a true loss.
Reviewed by KC on 4/27/2008 This is one of our favorite hikes in LA, perfect for all seasons. And Adams Pack Store is a terrific place to unwind afterwards...anybody know if the fire this weekend has spared the trail? It would be a tragedy if we lose this one. Notice: Traveling in the backcountry can be hazardous. You are responsible for informing yourself about these hazards and taking necessary precautions. Information on this web site comes from volunteer reporters and may contain errors or omissions. A current guidebook and proper equipment are essential for safe enjoyment of the hikes posted on this site. Keys: California Hiking, California Trails, California Hikes, Los Angeles County Hiking, Los Angeles County Trails, Los Angeles County Hikes | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||