November 28th, 2025 I received my first drone, a DJI Neo 2 drone. This drone has the capability to follow you at multiple variations of positions. I used three batteries for this project, the batteries lasted only ten minutes, and would go into an emergency mode landing when drained. The 4k quality of the picture is good. Good enough for social media uploading. The transferring of the video footage is easy to do. I learned quite a bit about drones just by owning one, I did not realize how fun they are to have and how creative they can be. I really liked having a travel companion while mountain biking. I hope you like my first drone video. It share does offer a birds eye perspective. I can't wait to do it again.
I my first drone developed video footage of mountain biking. I received a DJI Neo 2 drone and learned all its capabilities and put it to work. It was a lot of fun and easy to use. However the batteries do drain fast lasting up to ten minutes. I really put this drone to the test and this drone kept with me mountain biking the Schabarum park tails at about 45 mph. I was completely blown away with the how creative you can be with a drone. Say hello to my little friend.
December 2nd, 2025 I received my first drone, a DJI Neo 2 drone. This drone has the capability to follow you at multiple variations of positions. I used three batteries for this project, the batteries lasted only ten minutes, and would go into an emergency mode landing when drained. Now I carry battery charger just in case I need more battery life. The 4k, 50 bps, quality of the picture is good. Good enough for social media uploading. The transferring of the video footage is easy to do on your computer. I learned quite a bit about drones just by owning one, I did not realize how fun they are to have and how creative they can be. I really liked having a travel companion while mountain biking. I hope you like my first drone video. It shares a birds eye perspective. I can't wait to do it again.
I my second drone developed video footage of mountain biking. I received a DJI Neo 2 drone and learned all its capabilities and put it all to work. It was a lot of fun and easy to use. However the batteries do drain fast lasting up to ten minutes. I really put this drone to the test and this drone kept with me mountain biking the Schabarum park tails at about 45 mph. I was completely blown away with how creative you can be with a drone. Say hello to my little friend. The video Drone video coverage of Schabarum Park was a lot of fun I you enjoy it as much as I do,
Mountain biking at Schabarum Park on a foggy morning December 23rd, 2025. Trying different positions with the GoPor from helmet for a broader view of the scenery and to the front of the bike looking tire action from the front tire. I road my hard tail mountain bike Wasatch Peak Fazzari mountain bike.
Mountain biking South Hawkins fire road is located in the San Gabriel Mountains off of Highway 39, in the Angeles National Forest. The journey begins at elevation 5,000 ft. I drive to Crystal Lake Cafe Trading Post Which about 15 miles from Arrow Highway. Meet and talk with the manager Adam.
January, 15th, 2026. I started late at 9:00 am in the morning. My intention is to ride to the area where the old look out tower use to be. It was built in 1935 and was called Hawkins Lookout Tower. The historic name is used by the Forest Service was Hawkins. The location is along the Pacific Crest Trail near South Mt. Hawkins. Above the Angeles Crest and accessible historically from Crystal Lake and Highway 39. The tower stood at approximately 7,800 ft, overlooking the entire East Fork, West Fork, and Bear Creek drainages. The construction was built in 1935-1936 by the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC). Operated seasonally by forest lookout staffing it during the fire months of summer. The purpose of the tower was for early warning fore detection point, and communicated between other towers located at Mt. Baldy Lookout, Mt. Gleason Lookout and Vetter Mountain Lookout. Unfortunately the tower was destroyed in the 2002 Curve Fire. The fire swept through the Crystal Lake and Highway 39 corridor, burning South Mt. Hawkins Lookout Tower completely, The Forest Service lists it as a lost historical structure. The fire road is partly washed out. The national forest scenery is breathtaking. Views of over looking the San Gabriel Mountains and the San Gabriel Valley. are incredible and on a clear day you can see for miles to the Pacific Ocean. If you ever hike to South Mt Hawkins Look Tower be sure to sign and leave a message in the can. Please do your part and help prevent forest fires. Special thanks to DMC Bones for providing the audio music. Gifted acoustic guitarist innovator percussive techniques. My you persevere in your endeavors. God bless you and your family.
Mountain biking at Schabarum Park on a foggy morning January 23rd, 2026. Trying different positions with the GoPor from helmet for a broader view of the scenery and prefer it mounted on my chest. Mounted the in back of the bike looking at tire action from the back tire. I road my hard tail mountain bike Wasatch Peak Fazzari mountain bike. I used the drone to pick up incredible scenery and views from the hill sides of the park. This is the Peter F. Schabarum Reginal Park in Los Angeles County. It's in the Eastern San Gabriel Valley, Rowland Heights, Hacienda Heights, and Walnut. The park is about 575 Acres of rolling hills, oak woodlands, and chaparral. Originally the park was a working cattle ranch and walnut orchard. Peter F. Schabarum is a former LA County Supervisor. Fifteen miles of hiking, and biking trails ideal for mountain biking. January 23rd, 2025. Schabarum Park Short Tour is mountain bike journey around the the park 15 minutes long. Adjust the camera better and used better settings for posting. I add some still photos to provide the full perspective of the Park. This park is perfect for preparing for the San Gabriel Mountain trails to build up endurance and redevelop mountain biking technique. There are picnic areas with shaded tables, barbecue pits, and open lawns. The nature of the park is spring wildflowers, oak groves, and a great view of the San Gabriel Mountains. The wildlife in the park are squirrels, coyotes, rabbits, birds, and yes, mountain lions and bob cats. I have seen them personally, hopefully they wont bother you. The equestrian center has many horses for horseback riding, the trails are shared however I give the horses the right of way, not to spook them in any way and the hikers. The park is really popular for family picnics and gatherings, hiking the nature trails, fitness groups and outdoor yoga and Tai chi. Seasonal wild flowers are visible year round especially this February all the mustard wild flowers will bloom. Please do your part and help keep the park trash free. In this video, "Off Road Mountain Biking Schabarum Park," This is my one of the best mountain biking video yet and I am looking forward to producing new trail footage from the San Gabriel Mountains next. I hope you like Off Road Mountain Biking Schabarum Park. Special thanks to Globe Trekker for the use of there audio of multicultural audio taken from all over the world. Truly inspiring.
December 10th, 2025 A journey into the San Gabriel Mountains. The San Gabriel River is one of the most historically rich and recreation packed areas in the Angeles National Forest. An overview of the location: Highway 39 (CA--39). Runs North and South from Azusa into the heart of the San Gabriel Mountains. The San Gabriel Mountains offers access route for hiking, fishing, OHV 4x4, road riding, and mountain biking areas. A sixteen mile road that leads to Crystal Lake Recreation Area open year round. I my journey across from Ring con fire station. On the sixteen miles South side of West Fork known also as Red Box trail all the way to the top, elevation 4,500 feet above sea level. Red Box is at elevation 4,600 ft a major trail junction and parking area located on Angeles Crest Highway (CA-2) where it meets Mt. Wilson Road. It serves as the gateway to several of the most historic and heavily used trails in the San Gabriels. It is not directly connected to the West Fork recreation area by road, but many trails for Red Box Descend into the West Fork drainage. Competing a loop back to Highway 39 by taking Bear Creek Road. A rugged Forest Service road that branches near the West Fork. It is historically linked the West Fork watershed with Mount Baldy and the high ridge of the San Gabriel. It is mostly closed to the public vehicle traffic and is open to hikers, mountain bikers, and Forest Service staff. The Bear Creek Trail begins at the road junction. Bear Creek Canyon is a deep remote canyon with wildlife corridor for deer, black bear, mountain lion, Bob cat, rattlesnakes and bighorn sheep. Seasonal water, small waterfalls, boulder strewn stream beds. Beautiful back country ideal for hiking, and mountain biking with strong route finding skills. To traverses these trails you must be prepared mentally and physically. This is not recommend for beginner mountain bikers. This trail can be extremely dangerous. The West Fork is one of the cleanest, coldest sections of the San Gabriel River. Native rainbow trout habitat. Fish and game will check for fishing licenses. Cogswell Dam was built in 1930's for flood control and water conservation. It is still in service, the area around it is patrolled and regulated. I have been riding these trails for over thirty years, I am well experienced with all the floral, fanna, wild life, trails, and have the endurance to traverse this rugged train. If you plan venture Red Box it is best that you are well prepared and do not ride alone. Be considerate and help keep the forest clean. This West Fork, Red Box, to Bear Creek Road is one of the best mountain biking trails in the world. Special thanks to Globe Trekker for providing audio music to my video Mountain Biking the San Gabriel Mountains.
December 15, 2025 The San Gabriel Mountains is North of Los Angeles and is managed by the Angeles National Forest. They feature steep terrain, pine forests, high ridge trails, deep canyons, and some of Southern California's most historic trails. The Angeles Crest Highway (CA-2) is the main scenic mountain road that runs East and West through the range. It connects with Flint Ridge to Wright Wood. Access to Crystal, Pacific Crest Trail, Windy Gap, and many trailheads such as Deer Flats, Big Cienega, Hawkins, Little Jimmy, and Mount Islip etc... I start my journey on highway 39 Azusa to Crystal Lake in the San Gabriel Mountains. Elevation is 5000 feet above sea level. I travel and park at Crystal Lake camp ground, enter to Deer Flats, to Big Cienega to Hawkins Ridge Trail, to Little Jimmy, to Windy Gap. In this video I got as far as The Pacific Crest Ridge Trail, and could not travel further due to heavy snow on the North side. The trail was snowed over and was hard as ice, and the escarpment was a long way down. It was too dangerous to continue and time was running out. The elevation was 8,300 feet. and had to returned to Crystal Lake camp ground other wise I would be spending a night the top of the San Gabriel Mountains. All these trails are connected. On the North side you can see the Mojave Desert and on the South you can see the Los Angeles Basin and on a clear day you can see the Pacific Ocean. The activities are day hiking and backpacking. Different times of the seasons present Spring wildflowers, fall foliage, winter snow hiking, and I have been mountain biking these trail since 1980's There use to be Hawkins look out tower, however it got burned down. It was built in 1935 and it sat at the top of Hawkins, elevation 8,500 ft. It was mainly used to locate fires. During the winter months times run out fast, I started my journey at 7:30am and ended at 5:45pm and it was getting dark fast. I saw the sun rise and the sun set. This is not for beginner mountain bikers, rugged terrain, high elevations, and thin air make extremely difficult. No hospitals and the rescuers wont find you until the next day or two. This will be my last time on this trail it was on my bucket list. A real test of endurance and exhilarating breath taking views of Mount Baldy, Mount Wilson, Mojave Desert, and Los Angeles Basin. I saw many deer, white mountain sheep, and a golden eagle. Real mountain biking a test of endurance, technique, breathing, and shear will power. Confidence in knowing your limitations. Mountain biking is in the clime to the top of the mountain pacing yourself. No glory without the struggle. This is real mountain biking in the San Gabriel Mountains. I love nature and wild life. This journey is extremely difficult, not for those who do not know this terrain and are new to mountain biking. Real mountain biking.
December 15, 2025 The San Gabriel Mountains is North of Los Angeles and is managed by the Angeles National Forest. They feature steep terrain, pine forests, high ridge trails, deep canyons, and some of Southern California's most historic trails. The Angeles Crest Highway (CA-2) is the main scenic mountain road that runs East and West through the range. It connects with Flint Ridge to Wright Wood. Access to Crystal, Pacific Crest Trail, Windy Gap, and many trailheads such as Deer Flats, Big Cienega, Hawkins, Little Jimmy, and Mount Islip etc... I start my journey on highway 39 Azusa to Crystal Lake in the San Gabriel Mountains. Elevation is 5000 feet above sea level. I travel and park at Crystal Lake camp ground, enter to Deer Flats, to Big Cienega to Hawkins Ridge Trail, to Little Jimmy, to Windy Gap. In this video I got as far as The Pacific Crest Ridge Trail, and could not travel further due to heavy snow on the North side. The trail was snowed over and was hard as ice, and the escarpment was a long way down. It was too dangerous to continue and time was running out. The elevation was 8,300 feet. and had to returned to Crystal Lake camp ground other wise I would be spending a night the top of the San Gabriel Mountains. All these trails are connected. On the North side you can see the Mojave Desert and on the South you can see the Los Angeles Basin and on a clear day you can see the Pacific Ocean. The activities are day hiking and backpacking. Different times of the seasons present Spring wildflowers, fall foliage, winter snow hiking, and I have been mountain biking these trail since 1980's There use to be Hawkins look out tower, however it got burned down. It was built in 1935 and it sat at the top of Hawkins, elevation 8,500 ft. It was mainly used to locate fires. During the winter months times run out fast, I started my journey at 7:30am and ended at 5:45pm and it was getting dark fast. I saw the sun rise and the sun set. This is not for beginner mountain bikers, rugged terrain, high elevations, and thin air make extremely difficult. No hospitals and the rescuers wont find you until the next day or two. This will be my last time on this trail it was on my bucket list. A real test of endurance and exhilarating breath taking views of Mount Baldy, Mount Wilson, Mojave Desert, and Los Angeles Basin. I saw many deer, white mountain sheep, and a golden eagle. Real mountain biking a test of endurance, technique, breathing, and shear will power. Confidence in knowing your limitations. Mountain biking is in the clime to the top of the mountain pacing yourself. No glory without the struggle. This is real mountain biking in the San Gabriel Mountains. I love nature and wild life. This journey is extremely difficult, not for those who do not know this terrain and are new to mountain biking. Real mountain biking.
December 10th, 2025 A journey into the San Gabriel Mountains. The San Gabriel River is one of the most historically rich and recreation packed areas in the Angeles National Forest. An overview of the location: Highway 39 (CA--39). Runs North and South from Azusa into the heart of the San Gabriel Mountains. The San Gabriel Mountains offers access route for hiking, fishing, OHV 4x4, road riding, and mountain biking areas. A sixteen mile road that leads to Crystal Lake Recreation Area open year round. I my journey across from Ring con fire station. On the sixteen miles South side of West Fork known also as Red Box trail all the way to the top, elevation 4,500 feet above sea level. Red Box is at elevation 4,600 ft a major trail junction and parking area located on Angeles Crest Highway (CA-2) where it meets Mt. Wilson Road. It serves as the gateway to several of the most historic and heavily used trails in the San Gabriels. It is not directly connected to the West Fork recreation area by road, but many trails for Red Box Descend into the West Fork drainage. Competing a loop back to Highway 39 by taking Bear Creek Road. A rugged Forest Service road that branches near the West Fork. It is historically linked the West Fork watershed with Mount Baldy and the high ridge of the San Gabriel. It is mostly closed to the public vehicle traffic and is open to hikers, mountain bikers, and Forest Service staff. The Bear Creek Trail begins at the road junction. Bear Creek Canyon is a deep remote canyon with wildlife corridor for deer, black bear, mountain lion, Bob cat, rattlesnakes and bighorn sheep. Seasonal water, small waterfalls, boulder strewn stream beds. Beautiful back country ideal for hiking, and mountain biking with strong route finding skills. To traverses these trails you must be prepared mentally and physically. This is not recommend for beginner mountain bikers. This trail can be extremely dangerous. The West Fork is one of the cleanest, coldest sections of the San Gabriel River. Native rainbow trout habitat. Fish and game will check for fishing licenses. Cogswell Dam was built in 1930's for flood control and water conservation. It is still in service, the area around it is patrolled and regulated. I have been riding these trails for over thirty years, I am well experienced with all the floral, fanna, wild life, trails, and have the endurance to traverse this rugged train. If you plan venture Red Box it is best that you are well prepared and do not ride alone. Be considerate and help keep the forest clean. This West Fork, Red Box, to Bear Creek Road is one of the best mountain biking trails in the world. Special thanks to Globe Trekker for providing audio music to my video Mountain Biking the San Gabriel Mountains.
December 10th, 2025 A journey into the San Gabriel Mountains. The San Gabriel River is one of the most historically rich and recreation packed areas in the Angeles National Forest. An overview of the location: Highway 39 (CA--39). Runs North and South from Azusa into the heart of the San Gabriel Mountains. The San Gabriel Mountains offers access route for hiking, fishing, OHV 4x4, road riding, and mountain biking areas. A sixteen mile road that leads to Crystal Lake Recreation Area open year round. I my journey across from Ring con fire station. On the sixteen miles South side of West Fork known also as Red Box trail all the way to the top, elevation 4,500 feet above sea level. Red Box is at elevation 4,600 ft a major trail junction and parking area located on Angeles Crest Highway (CA-2) where it meets Mt. Wilson Road. It serves as the gateway to several of the most historic and heavily used trails in the San Gabriels. It is not directly connected to the West Fork recreation area by road, but many trails for Red Box Descend into the West Fork drainage. Competing a loop back to Highway 39 by taking Bear Creek Road. A rugged Forest Service road that branches near the West Fork. It is historically linked the West Fork watershed with Mount Baldy and the high ridge of the San Gabriel. It is mostly closed to the public vehicle traffic and is open to hikers, mountain bikers, and Forest Service staff. The Bear Creek Trail begins at the road junction. Bear Creek Canyon is a deep remote canyon with wildlife corridor for deer, black bear, mountain lion, Bob cat, rattlesnakes and bighorn sheep. Seasonal water, small waterfalls, boulder strewn stream beds. Beautiful back country ideal for hiking, and mountain biking with strong route finding skills. To traverses these trails you must be prepared mentally and physically. This is not recommend for beginner mountain bikers. This trail can be extremely dangerous. The West Fork is one of the cleanest, coldest sections of the San Gabriel River. Native rainbow trout habitat. Fish and game will check for fishing licenses. Cogswell Dam was built in 1930's for flood control and water conservation. It is still in service, the area around it is patrolled and regulated. I have been riding these trails for over thirty years, I am well experienced with all the floral, fanna, wild life, trails, and have the endurance to traverse this rugged train. If you plan venture Red Box it is best that you are well prepared and do not ride alone. Be considerate and help keep the forest clean. This West Fork, Red Box, to Bear Creek Road is one of the best mountain biking trails in the world. Special thanks to Globe Trekker for providing audio music to my video Mountain Biking the San Gabriel Mountains.
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November 28th, 2025 I received my first drone, a DJI Neo 2 drone. This drone has the capability to follow you at multiple variations of positions. I used three batteries for this project, the batteries lasted only ten minutes, and would go into an emergency mode landing when drained. The 4k quality of the picture is good. Good enough for social media uploading. The transferring of the video footage is easy to do. I learned quite a bit about drones just by owning one, I did not realize how fun they are to have and how creative they can be. I really liked having a travel companion while mountain biking. I hope you like my first drone video. It share does offer a birds eye perspective. I can't wait to do it again.
I my first drone developed video footage of mountain biking. I received a DJI Neo 2 drone and learned all its capabilities and put it to work. It was a lot of fun and easy to use. However the batteries do drain fast lasting up to ten minutes. I really put this drone to the test and this drone kept with me mountain biking the Schabarum park tails at about 45 mph. I was completely blown away with the how creative you can be with a drone. Say hello to my little friend.
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December 2nd, 2025 I received my first drone, a DJI Neo 2 drone. This drone has the capability to follow you at multiple variations of positions. I used three batteries for this project, the batteries lasted only ten minutes, and would go into an emergency mode landing when drained. Now I carry battery charger just in case I need more battery life. The 4k, 50 bps, quality of the picture is good. Good enough for social media uploading. The transferring of the video footage is easy to do on your computer. I learned quite a bit about drones just by owning one, I did not realize how fun they are to have and how creative they can be. I really liked having a travel companion while mountain biking. I hope you like my first drone video. It shares a birds eye perspective. I can't wait to do it again.
I my second drone developed video footage of mountain biking. I received a DJI Neo 2 drone and learned all its capabilities and put it all to work. It was a lot of fun and easy to use. However the batteries do drain fast lasting up to ten minutes. I really put this drone to the test and this drone kept with me mountain biking the Schabarum park tails at about 45 mph. I was completely blown away with how creative you can be with a drone. Say hello to my little friend. The video Drone video coverage of Schabarum Park was a lot of fun I you enjoy it as much as I do,
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Mountain biking at Schabarum Park on a foggy morning December 23rd, 2025. Trying different positions with the GoPor from helmet for a broader view of the scenery and to the front of the bike looking tire action from the front tire. I road my hard tail mountain bike Wasatch Peak Fazzari mountain bike.
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Mountain biking South Hawkins fire road is located in the San Gabriel Mountains off of Highway 39, in the Angeles National Forest. The journey begins at elevation 5,000 ft. I drive to Crystal Lake Cafe Trading Post Which about 15 miles from Arrow Highway. Meet and talk with the manager Adam.
January, 15th, 2026. I started late at 9:00 am in the morning. My intention is to ride to the area where the old look out tower use to be. It was built in 1935 and was called Hawkins Lookout Tower. The historic name is used by the Forest Service was Hawkins. The location is along the Pacific Crest Trail near South Mt. Hawkins. Above the Angeles Crest and accessible historically from Crystal Lake and Highway 39. The tower stood at approximately 7,800 ft, overlooking the entire East Fork, West Fork, and Bear Creek drainages. The construction was built in 1935-1936 by the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC). Operated seasonally by forest lookout staffing it during the fire months of summer. The purpose of the tower was for early warning fore detection point, and communicated between other towers located at Mt. Baldy Lookout, Mt. Gleason Lookout and Vetter Mountain Lookout. Unfortunately the tower was destroyed in the 2002 Curve Fire. The fire swept through the Crystal Lake and Highway 39 corridor, burning South Mt. Hawkins Lookout Tower completely, The Forest Service lists it as a lost historical structure. The fire road is partly washed out. The national forest scenery is breathtaking. Views of over looking the San Gabriel Mountains and the San Gabriel Valley. are incredible and on a clear day you can see for miles to the Pacific Ocean. If you ever hike to South Mt Hawkins Look Tower be sure to sign and leave a message in the can. Please do your part and help prevent forest fires. Special thanks to DMC Bones for providing the audio music. Gifted acoustic guitarist innovator percussive techniques. My you persevere in your endeavors. God bless you and your family.
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Mountain biking at Schabarum Park on a foggy morning January 23rd, 2026. Trying different positions with the GoPor from helmet for a broader view of the scenery and prefer it mounted on my chest. Mounted the in back of the bike looking at tire action from the back tire. I road my hard tail mountain bike Wasatch Peak Fazzari mountain bike. I used the drone to pick up incredible scenery and views from the hill sides of the park.
This is the Peter F. Schabarum Reginal Park in Los Angeles County. It's in the Eastern San Gabriel Valley, Rowland Heights, Hacienda Heights, and Walnut. The park is about 575 Acres of rolling hills, oak woodlands, and chaparral. Originally the park was a working cattle ranch and walnut orchard.
Peter F. Schabarum is a former LA County Supervisor.
Fifteen miles of hiking, and biking trails ideal for mountain biking.
January 23rd, 2025. Schabarum Park Short Tour is mountain bike journey around the the park 15 minutes long. Adjust the camera better and used better settings for posting. I add some still photos to provide the full perspective of the Park. This park is perfect for preparing for the San Gabriel Mountain trails to build up endurance and redevelop mountain biking technique. There are picnic areas with shaded tables, barbecue pits, and open lawns. The nature of the park is spring wildflowers, oak groves, and a great view of the San Gabriel Mountains. The wildlife in the park are squirrels, coyotes, rabbits, birds, and yes, mountain lions and bob cats. I have seen them personally, hopefully they wont bother you. The equestrian center has many horses for horseback riding, the trails are shared however I give the horses the right of way, not to spook them in any way and the hikers.
The park is really popular for family picnics and gatherings, hiking the nature trails, fitness groups and outdoor yoga and Tai chi. Seasonal wild flowers are visible year round especially this February all the mustard wild flowers will bloom. Please do your part and help keep the park trash free.
In this video, "Off Road Mountain Biking Schabarum Park," This is my one of the best mountain biking video yet and I am looking forward to producing new trail footage from the San Gabriel Mountains next. I hope you like Off Road Mountain Biking Schabarum Park. Special thanks to Globe Trekker for the use of there audio of multicultural audio taken from all over the world. Truly inspiring.
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December 10th, 2025
A journey into the San Gabriel Mountains. The San Gabriel River is one of the most historically rich and recreation packed areas in the Angeles National Forest. An overview of the location: Highway 39 (CA--39). Runs North and South from Azusa into the heart of the San Gabriel Mountains. The San Gabriel Mountains offers access route for hiking, fishing, OHV 4x4, road riding, and mountain biking areas. A sixteen mile road that leads to Crystal Lake Recreation Area open year round. I my journey across from Ring con fire station. On the sixteen miles South side of West Fork known also as Red Box trail all the way to the top, elevation 4,500 feet above sea level. Red Box is at elevation 4,600 ft a major trail junction and parking area located on Angeles Crest Highway (CA-2) where it meets Mt. Wilson Road. It serves as the gateway to several of the most historic and heavily used trails in the San Gabriels. It is not directly connected to the West Fork recreation area by road, but many trails for Red Box Descend into the West Fork drainage. Competing a loop back to Highway 39 by taking Bear Creek Road. A rugged Forest Service road that branches near the West Fork. It is historically linked the West Fork watershed with Mount Baldy and the high ridge of the San Gabriel. It is mostly closed to the public vehicle traffic and is open to hikers, mountain bikers, and Forest Service staff. The Bear Creek Trail begins at the road junction. Bear Creek Canyon is a deep remote canyon with wildlife corridor for deer, black bear, mountain lion, Bob cat, rattlesnakes and bighorn sheep. Seasonal water, small waterfalls, boulder strewn stream beds. Beautiful back country ideal for hiking, and mountain biking with strong route finding skills. To traverses these trails you must be prepared mentally and physically. This is not recommend for beginner mountain bikers. This trail can be extremely dangerous. The West Fork is one of the cleanest, coldest sections of the San Gabriel River. Native rainbow trout habitat. Fish and game will check for fishing licenses. Cogswell Dam was built in 1930's for flood control and water conservation. It is still in service, the area around it is patrolled and regulated. I have been riding these trails for over thirty years, I am well experienced with all the floral, fanna, wild life, trails, and have the endurance to traverse this rugged train. If you plan venture Red Box it is best that you are well prepared and do not ride alone. Be considerate and help keep the forest clean. This West Fork, Red Box, to Bear Creek Road is one of the best mountain biking trails in the world. Special thanks to Globe Trekker for providing audio music to my video Mountain Biking the San Gabriel Mountains.
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Michael Lopez
December 15, 2025
The San Gabriel Mountains is North of Los Angeles and is managed by the Angeles National Forest. They feature steep terrain, pine forests, high ridge trails, deep canyons, and some of Southern California's most historic trails.
The Angeles Crest Highway (CA-2) is the main scenic mountain road that runs East and West through the range. It connects with Flint Ridge to Wright Wood. Access to Crystal, Pacific Crest Trail, Windy Gap, and many trailheads such as Deer Flats, Big Cienega, Hawkins, Little Jimmy, and Mount Islip etc...
I start my journey on highway 39 Azusa to Crystal Lake in the San Gabriel Mountains. Elevation is 5000 feet above sea level. I travel and park at Crystal Lake camp ground, enter to Deer Flats, to Big Cienega to Hawkins Ridge Trail, to Little Jimmy, to Windy Gap. In this video I got as far as The Pacific Crest Ridge Trail, and could not travel further due to heavy snow on the North side. The trail was snowed over and was hard as ice, and the escarpment was a long way down. It was too dangerous to continue and time was running out. The elevation was 8,300 feet. and had to returned to Crystal Lake camp ground other wise I would be spending a night the top of the San Gabriel Mountains. All these trails are connected. On the North side you can see the Mojave Desert and on the South you can see the Los Angeles Basin and on a clear day you can see the Pacific Ocean. The activities are day hiking and backpacking. Different times of the seasons present Spring wildflowers, fall foliage, winter snow hiking, and I have been mountain biking these trail since 1980's There use to be Hawkins look out tower, however it got burned down. It was built in 1935 and it sat at the top of Hawkins, elevation 8,500 ft. It was mainly used to locate fires. During the winter months times run out fast, I started my journey at 7:30am and ended at 5:45pm and it was getting dark fast. I saw the sun rise and the sun set. This is not for beginner mountain bikers, rugged terrain, high elevations, and thin air make extremely difficult. No hospitals and the rescuers wont find you until the next day or two. This will be my last time on this trail it was on my bucket list. A real test of endurance and exhilarating breath taking views of Mount Baldy, Mount Wilson, Mojave Desert, and Los Angeles Basin. I saw many deer, white mountain sheep, and a golden eagle.
Real mountain biking a test of endurance, technique, breathing, and shear will power. Confidence in knowing your limitations. Mountain biking is in the clime to the top of the mountain pacing yourself. No glory without the struggle. This is real mountain biking in the San Gabriel Mountains. I love nature and wild life. This journey is extremely difficult, not for those who do not know this terrain and are new to mountain biking. Real mountain biking.
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Michael Lopez
December 15, 2025
The San Gabriel Mountains is North of Los Angeles and is managed by the Angeles National Forest. They feature steep terrain, pine forests, high ridge trails, deep canyons, and some of Southern California's most historic trails.
The Angeles Crest Highway (CA-2) is the main scenic mountain road that runs East and West through the range. It connects with Flint Ridge to Wright Wood. Access to Crystal, Pacific Crest Trail, Windy Gap, and many trailheads such as Deer Flats, Big Cienega, Hawkins, Little Jimmy, and Mount Islip etc...
I start my journey on highway 39 Azusa to Crystal Lake in the San Gabriel Mountains. Elevation is 5000 feet above sea level. I travel and park at Crystal Lake camp ground, enter to Deer Flats, to Big Cienega to Hawkins Ridge Trail, to Little Jimmy, to Windy Gap. In this video I got as far as The Pacific Crest Ridge Trail, and could not travel further due to heavy snow on the North side. The trail was snowed over and was hard as ice, and the escarpment was a long way down. It was too dangerous to continue and time was running out. The elevation was 8,300 feet. and had to returned to Crystal Lake camp ground other wise I would be spending a night the top of the San Gabriel Mountains. All these trails are connected. On the North side you can see the Mojave Desert and on the South you can see the Los Angeles Basin and on a clear day you can see the Pacific Ocean. The activities are day hiking and backpacking. Different times of the seasons present Spring wildflowers, fall foliage, winter snow hiking, and I have been mountain biking these trail since 1980's There use to be Hawkins look out tower, however it got burned down. It was built in 1935 and it sat at the top of Hawkins, elevation 8,500 ft. It was mainly used to locate fires. During the winter months times run out fast, I started my journey at 7:30am and ended at 5:45pm and it was getting dark fast. I saw the sun rise and the sun set. This is not for beginner mountain bikers, rugged terrain, high elevations, and thin air make extremely difficult. No hospitals and the rescuers wont find you until the next day or two. This will be my last time on this trail it was on my bucket list. A real test of endurance and exhilarating breath taking views of Mount Baldy, Mount Wilson, Mojave Desert, and Los Angeles Basin. I saw many deer, white mountain sheep, and a golden eagle.
Real mountain biking a test of endurance, technique, breathing, and shear will power. Confidence in knowing your limitations. Mountain biking is in the clime to the top of the mountain pacing yourself. No glory without the struggle. This is real mountain biking in the San Gabriel Mountains. I love nature and wild life. This journey is extremely difficult, not for those who do not know this terrain and are new to mountain biking. Real mountain biking.
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Michael Lopez
December 10th, 2025
A journey into the San Gabriel Mountains. The San Gabriel River is one of the most historically rich and recreation packed areas in the Angeles National Forest. An overview of the location: Highway 39 (CA--39). Runs North and South from Azusa into the heart of the San Gabriel Mountains. The San Gabriel Mountains offers access route for hiking, fishing, OHV 4x4, road riding, and mountain biking areas. A sixteen mile road that leads to Crystal Lake Recreation Area open year round. I my journey across from Ring con fire station. On the sixteen miles South side of West Fork known also as Red Box trail all the way to the top, elevation 4,500 feet above sea level. Red Box is at elevation 4,600 ft a major trail junction and parking area located on Angeles Crest Highway (CA-2) where it meets Mt. Wilson Road. It serves as the gateway to several of the most historic and heavily used trails in the San Gabriels. It is not directly connected to the West Fork recreation area by road, but many trails for Red Box Descend into the West Fork drainage. Competing a loop back to Highway 39 by taking Bear Creek Road. A rugged Forest Service road that branches near the West Fork. It is historically linked the West Fork watershed with Mount Baldy and the high ridge of the San Gabriel. It is mostly closed to the public vehicle traffic and is open to hikers, mountain bikers, and Forest Service staff. The Bear Creek Trail begins at the road junction. Bear Creek Canyon is a deep remote canyon with wildlife corridor for deer, black bear, mountain lion, Bob cat, rattlesnakes and bighorn sheep. Seasonal water, small waterfalls, boulder strewn stream beds. Beautiful back country ideal for hiking, and mountain biking with strong route finding skills. To traverses these trails you must be prepared mentally and physically. This is not recommend for beginner mountain bikers. This trail can be extremely dangerous. The West Fork is one of the cleanest, coldest sections of the San Gabriel River. Native rainbow trout habitat. Fish and game will check for fishing licenses. Cogswell Dam was built in 1930's for flood control and water conservation. It is still in service, the area around it is patrolled and regulated. I have been riding these trails for over thirty years, I am well experienced with all the floral, fanna, wild life, trails, and have the endurance to traverse this rugged train. If you plan venture Red Box it is best that you are well prepared and do not ride alone. Be considerate and help keep the forest clean. This West Fork, Red Box, to Bear Creek Road is one of the best mountain biking trails in the world. Special thanks to Globe Trekker for providing audio music to my video Mountain Biking the San Gabriel Mountains.
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Michael Lopez
December 10th, 2025
A journey into the San Gabriel Mountains. The San Gabriel River is one of the most historically rich and recreation packed areas in the Angeles National Forest. An overview of the location: Highway 39 (CA--39). Runs North and South from Azusa into the heart of the San Gabriel Mountains. The San Gabriel Mountains offers access route for hiking, fishing, OHV 4x4, road riding, and mountain biking areas. A sixteen mile road that leads to Crystal Lake Recreation Area open year round. I my journey across from Ring con fire station. On the sixteen miles South side of West Fork known also as Red Box trail all the way to the top, elevation 4,500 feet above sea level. Red Box is at elevation 4,600 ft a major trail junction and parking area located on Angeles Crest Highway (CA-2) where it meets Mt. Wilson Road. It serves as the gateway to several of the most historic and heavily used trails in the San Gabriels. It is not directly connected to the West Fork recreation area by road, but many trails for Red Box Descend into the West Fork drainage. Competing a loop back to Highway 39 by taking Bear Creek Road. A rugged Forest Service road that branches near the West Fork. It is historically linked the West Fork watershed with Mount Baldy and the high ridge of the San Gabriel. It is mostly closed to the public vehicle traffic and is open to hikers, mountain bikers, and Forest Service staff. The Bear Creek Trail begins at the road junction. Bear Creek Canyon is a deep remote canyon with wildlife corridor for deer, black bear, mountain lion, Bob cat, rattlesnakes and bighorn sheep. Seasonal water, small waterfalls, boulder strewn stream beds. Beautiful back country ideal for hiking, and mountain biking with strong route finding skills. To traverses these trails you must be prepared mentally and physically. This is not recommend for beginner mountain bikers. This trail can be extremely dangerous. The West Fork is one of the cleanest, coldest sections of the San Gabriel River. Native rainbow trout habitat. Fish and game will check for fishing licenses. Cogswell Dam was built in 1930's for flood control and water conservation. It is still in service, the area around it is patrolled and regulated. I have been riding these trails for over thirty years, I am well experienced with all the floral, fanna, wild life, trails, and have the endurance to traverse this rugged train. If you plan venture Red Box it is best that you are well prepared and do not ride alone. Be considerate and help keep the forest clean. This West Fork, Red Box, to Bear Creek Road is one of the best mountain biking trails in the world. Special thanks to Globe Trekker for providing audio music to my video Mountain Biking the San Gabriel Mountains.
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