The Hike To This Little-Known Southern California Waterfall Is Short And Sweet
By Angela
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Published April 13, 2019
Two of our favorite things — picturesque hiking trails and waterfalls — can be found on this outdoor adventure in SoCal that makes for a perfect day trip when you are craving some time out in nature.
Head to this little-known trail and you’ll find a woodsy hike in a serene setting that leads to a small but delightful waterfall. It’s the perfect way to spend a leisurely afternoon in Southern California in a picturesque destination that will leave you feeling completely refreshed.
You can find the Heart Rock Trail in San Bernardino County at CA-138, Crestline, CA 92325.
A true hidden gem in every way, this trail is tricky to find. But never fear, we will make sure you arrive by pointing you in the right direction.
As you head down the main road, be on the lookout for the Camp Seely sign. This sign is easy to spot so it's a great landmark to look for on your way to the trail.
Shortly after you pass the Camp Seely sign you'll see the sign for Heartrock Trail. You may have to squint your eyes a bit, but if you look closely you'll see the sign with arrows pointing you in the right direction.
Once you arrive the fun begins as this trail is truly short and sweet. Clocking in at only 1.5 miles roundtrip, this is a memorable way to experience a hike and a waterfall without spending your entire day on the trail.
The trail is so short and sweet, in fact, you can even bring along the kiddos and they'll have a great time.
Not only is this hike a great choice when you're seeking something under two miles, but it's also a great choice when you're seeking a scenic setting.
It's also the perfect place to be on a hot day. With an abundance of trees and plenty of shade, this is a hike to savor once the temps heat up in SoCal. You can count on staying nice and cool on this trail all year long.
Want to dip your toes in the water? Navigate along the rocks and you can splish and splash in the water on a hot SoCal day.
Even without a waterfall as the payoff, this is a hike to remember.
You'll find tree-lined paths, hidden ponds, and plenty of handsome rocks where you can stop and relax or pose for a perfect photo opportunity.
And just when you least expect it, you'll come across Heart Rock Waterfall. This small but delightful waterfall is a little slice of heaven hiding along the trail.
And if you're wondering why it's called Heart Rock Trail and Heart Rock Falls, take a close look at this rock and you'll quickly see why. It's like Valentine's Day all year long around here!
Doesn’t this look like an epic way to spend a day in SoCal? If you want to check out this hiking trail for yourself, you can find Heart Rock Trail at CA-138, Crestline, CA 92325.
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