Facility · California ·
Managed by the USDA Forest Service
Angeles National Forest (NF) · Open Access
Distance: 7 miles (one-way)
Difficulty: Easy
Total Climbing: Minimal
For those seeking an easy stroll down a canopied paved trail with relaxing water sounds, then the West Fork is for you! This 7-mile hike is located 14-miles above the city of Azusa, CA on Highway 39. This nationally designated bikeway is very popular with bicyclists who enjoy flat surface as they make their way towards Glenn Campground and eventually Cogswell damn.
During a hot-summer-day, hikers can cool off by dipping into the West Fork of the San Gabriel River under shade from Sycamore, White alder, and Willow trees.
It's important to note, however, this is one of the forest's more popular hikes and the nearby West Fork parking lot only accommodates 45 vehicles (make sure to display an Adventure Pass) so it's recommended to come very early in the morning or later in the afternoon to avoid the crowds.
34.24203, -117.87001 · 34°14'31.3"N 117°52'12.0"W
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| Precip in | 6.2 | 7.1 | 4.3 | 1.6 | 1.1 | 0.2 | 0.1 | 0.2 | 0.2 | 1.4 | 1.8 | 4.3 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 2.6 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.
Facility information and photographs from Recreation.gov (RIDB). SpotOpened is not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.
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