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| Bridge to Nowhere, Azusa California |
The Bridge to Nowhere is a mandatory Southern California
hike that follows the east fork of the San Gabriel River to a lonely bridge
that leads nowhere. The hike is relatively easy when the water levels
are low, but it can quite treacherous in the spring. When it’s running chest high, a lot of hikers
give up at the first crossing. The trail
is approximately 9 miles round trip and parallels the river for the most of the
distance until heading up the east bank for the last mile or so to the bridge. To avoid getting lost, stay to the right on the
river for most of the hike. My favorite time to hike to the bridge is in the
late spring when the river is unruly and the crowds are thin. I usually end up
dumping water out of my boots a half dozen times, but the solitude is worth it. This hike is insanely popular in the summer.
In the summer, you can actually bungee jump from the bridge.
Reservations can be made here
Trailhead: From the 210 in Azusa, exit on Azusa Ave
and head North towards the mountains. After about ten miles, turn right on East
Fork Road and continue for 8 more miles to the East Fork Station. East Fork Road turns into Camp Bonita Road
which dead-ends at the parking lot.
Tips:
- Check the weather conditions before
you hike.
you hike.
- Get an Adventure Pass ($5) to hang in your car when you
park to avoid getting ticketed.
- Going to the bridge: stay along the right side most of the
time.
- Wear shoes/hiking boots with ankle support and tread.
- Bring 2 pairs of extra socks.
- Bring a jacket and sunscreen.
- Bring at least 2 liters of water per person
- Bring Lunch or a snack
-Bring a bathing suit in case you want to swim (weather
permitting)
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| East Fork San Gabriel River, Azusa California |
- Have a dry pair of shoes/socks and a change of clothes in
the car for the drive home.
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| East Fork of the San Gabriel River in Azusa |
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| Bridge to Nowhere Trail |
