Known for its lush scenery and fairytale setting, this delightful hike tucked inside the Angeles National Forest will lead you straight to one of SoCal’s most splendid waterfalls. Want to check out this beauty for yourself? Here are all the details on where to find this dreamy hiking trail in SoCal.

Did you know Southern California was home to a 50-foot waterfall? If this is a surprise to you, then you'll be quite delighted to discover that you can see this beauty in person by heading out on this fairly short and sweet hiking trail. 
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The Sturtevant Falls Trailhead is located at Forest Rte 2N40, Arcadia, CA 91006.
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There are so many things to love about this trail. For starters, the hike is nice and easy on the way to the waterfall. Although it's definitely more challenging on the way back, the picturesque setting will make all the hard work well worth it.
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Although SoCal isn't exactly known for its lush forested trails, this little gem will introduce you to a new side of Southern California that you'll want to return to again and again.
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Perfect for a hot SoCal day, this lush shaded trail will keep you feeling refreshed when the afternoon sun hits its peak.
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The hike is approximately three miles long out and back. Just long enough to get outside and enjoy nature in the most beautiful setting imaginable.
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As much as we love the trail, nothing quite compares to the sights and sounds you'll experience when you reach this 50-foot waterfall.
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Need a place to cool off when the temps start to heat up in SoCal? This looks like a great spot to escape the heat. Pick a nearby rock and soak up the mist of the waterfall. It's a positively delightful place to be.
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What a gorgeous waterfall hike! Do you have a favorite trail in SoCal? We’d love to know, so please share in the comments.

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Forest Rte 2N40, Arcadia, CA 91006, USA