WARNING! Hiking and outdoor related sports can be dangerous. Be responsible and prepare for the trip. Study the area you are entering and plan accordingly. Dress for the current and unexpected weather changes. Take plenty of water. Never go alone. Make an itinerary with your plan(s), route(s), destination(s) and expected return time. Give your itinerary to trusted family and/or friends.
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Directions
Road
FR / Dirt Road / Gravel - Car Okay
To hike California Adventure Pass or National Parks Pass required to park at trailhead.
From the fire station in Angelus Oaks, continue NE on Frontage Road about 250ft, then make a right onto FR1N53. Follow this forest road SSE for .4mi to the trailhead. FR1N53 is in good shape as of Aug 2025 - high-clearance not necessary.
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