ROCK POOLS of the San Gabriel River | HOW to Get to the Hidden Rock Pools at the East Fork
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Published 2024-07-07
Join us on an exciting adventure down the East Fork of San Gabriel River, starting at the Bridge to Nowhere parking lot. Aqua Blue Rock Pools await you!!! This is a LA paradise hidden in a beautiful canyon of the Sheep Mountain wilderness.
In this video, we’ll guide you step-by-step on how to navigate the lesser-known path to these stunning rock pools. Starting from the parking area, we’ll head in the opposite direction of the usual trail, revealing secret spots to enjoy. This secluded route offers access to less know rock pools. This route has tranquility and discovery.
Directions & Navigation:
Bridge to Nowhere Link with Directions to Parking Lot: Follow Video Navigation!
www.alltrails.com/trail/us/california/east-fork-tr…
Adventure Pass Required for parking area: Get yours here.
www.fs.usda.gov/detailfull/r5/passes-permits/recre…
• Begin at the East Fork Trailhead parking lot at the Bridge to Nowhere.
• Instead of following the main trail, take the path leading to the right when your back is to the restrooms. See video for visual directions
• Follow the San Gabriel River downstream and look for small paths along each side of the East Fork when possible, to give your feet a rest.
• Continue down the river until you find the rock pools of your liking, then relax and settle in. It’s a chill vibe in the summer heat, escape to this chill out retreat from the hustle of city life.
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Preparedness Tips:
• Footwear: Wear sturdy hiking shoes with good grip.
• Hydration: Bring plenty of water and stay hydrated.
• Snacks: Pack energy-boosting snacks to keep you fueled.
• No need for map or navigation here, just follow the East Fork of the San Gabriel River downstream, and follow back the route you came.
Keep It Clean & Pristine:
• Leave No Trace: Pack out all trash and belongings.
• Respect Wildlife: Observe animals from a distance and do not disturb their habitat.
Hiking Tips & Fun Ideas:
* Begin your hike early to avoid the heat and enjoy a peaceful morning and grab your favorite swim hole.
* Make the hike fun, we brought blow up floating toys and snorkel and masks to see underwater.
* Get ready for an unforgettable journey downstream in the East Fork of the San Gabriel River.
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Until your next adventure, explore nature with us “One byte at a time”
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All Comments (21)
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The San Gabriel River ROCK POOLS are a paradise get away day trip to beat the heat! 🙌 Hope you all make it out soon, it has water year round, because it’s feed by a deep spring. Thanks for watching 🤩🙌
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Thanks to your videos I was able to discover this river! I was born and raised in LA and I had no idea this existed. I’m now 50 and I am definitely going go enjoy it! Thank you!
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I used to go there back in the early 1990s but now I live in Northern California. Glad to see this place is still so beautiful besides the graffiti. There are so many places like this to enjoy in NorCal. If you ever come up this way you should check out the North fork American River. If you think the east fork is a clear running river then the North fork American River will blow your mind.
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Thank you for sharing this info. Look forward to you next video.
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Beautiful water color and scenery! Thank you for sharing.
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Beautiful place and very easy to get there. Not bad for a cool moment with family and friends.
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1:00pm good video of cool water and enjoyable trip. Thank you.
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Looks amazing! Beautiful water and lots of fun swimming holes! 😍🙌🏼
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Wow, an open parking spo near the trail headt! Love the pools here. I went a few times last year. I was really nice during the heat waves.
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Used to go there in 70s and hike up Bear Canyon for an overnight. Some great pools up there as well.
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Fantastic, my friends 🙂
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awesome!!
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Great video ! ❤❤❤❤❤
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That looks so refreshing, definitely a perfect place to chill during the hot summer. I wish I could of joined you guys, thanks for sharing!
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Awesome
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Thank you kindly, I never new of these places even after having been born in Socal and have lived here my entire life.
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As usual, beautiful 😻
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Yes Sept. Oct . Are typically warmer and still great for swimming. Not sure about Az. Weather at that time. This has been a great year with the water flow because of all the rain we had this winter. April and May can have some gloom and sometimes a little rain. Water is colder then . 😀😀 Hope this helps
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Nice video, in drought conditions the area is not as Vibrant as in (Wet Years). The last 2 years seen a big difference.
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جميل جدا 😮😮😮😅
