I was just there and people are leaving so much trash and they have been tagging in (graffiti everywhere) is sad . We gotta save this place from trash ! God bless
Yes the trash and graffiti thing is such a sore on the eyes. I'm thinking visitor education, enough dumpsters to serve the amount of people that actually visit the river. And some consequences for littering. But over it's a wonderful place. God bless.
There is a lot of comments about people who visit places like this and either destroying it i or leaving their trash behind or not leaving shit they do not want to carry back. I work for the county and because of the mess people leave they may close it. Apparently the wild life is suffering as well. The homeless if they are sill there are out soon as well. Everyone should treat this place like they own it and they do if you think about it ..everyone is a tax payer...it looks like a great spot
I can't deny it. I don't understand? I found a folding chair once just left behind like what? I've gotten two comments about homeless people or a camp. That I have never seen or I've never run into a homeless person out there. That's interesting. That would be sad if they closed this place really. I hope not because yes it's a great spot, It really is.
@@Glamgrlsf yes. I'm thinking of a 3 point solution. 1 Visitor education. 2 Adequate dumpsters for the volume of people who actually visit. 3 consequences in the form of fines. The only problem is funding. Over all, I love azusa despite it's lack of care it is sad. Anyways thanks for watching see ya ✌️
@@RunningwaterPDP I've been going to that area for years and I always see people bringing large barbeques disregarding potential fires. They also leave soiled diapers and trash behind and even break glass bottles against the rocks. Not to mention the graffiti, drunk people and parking anywhere they please. It doesn't get any more ghetto than that. They need to start sending rangers to control this, fines and arrest in some cases. It's a disgrace for such a beautiful place.
@@exocetmm38 there's no denying any of that unfortunately. Such a beautiful place so close to L.A. it's a shame. I hope something could be done about all the mess.
@lissettefuentes7986 often coordina tree are the location, instead. That gets confused because there are many different coordinate systems, but that what need be asked.
@@RunningwaterPDPI’m from San do county so I’m not familiar with San Gabriel valley. From what I’m seeing in this video it’s a beautiful place. I would love to take my family out there for the day and enjoy the valley’s beauty.
@@Citybythebeach gotcha I posted another video on how to get to this spot exactly. One good thing is the river is not to far from where you park. You're family will enjoy it. It's a very popular spot if you do go you have to go early otherwise you won't find parking. Coming from far that may be a problem getting there early. But definitely I nice spot I hope you can make it out sometime 👌
Currently serving in U.S. Army. I have been out of state for a few years, miss this place ! Coming home soon ! I’m thinking of going out there with some trash bags and start helping with the clean up. My family has been coming here sense the 70s
Thanks for your service man. Taking them boots off and dipping your feet in that cold water will feel great....it really sucks hearing people that are not responsible for the mess have to pick it. Yes my family has been coming to this spot since the 90s It is a very wonderful place indeed, enjoy.
Lol I'm from the north east so it's probably still nice. I was in Laguna beach last January on warm day, swimming without a wet suit and people looked at me like I was crazy. That's when I learned your cold is our warm haha@@RunningwaterPDP
In 1980, a friend of mine and my eldest son went into the Arroyo Seco River near Fort Hunter Ligget and floated this river. I told my wife we'd be home on the 2nd night....truth is on that 2nd night we had NO idea of where we even were and didn't finally reach civilization until the end of the third day. The following year, we repeated the adventure, but this time with five of us....and we spent five days on the river. Deep in the canyon, caught a few 20" trout to have for dinner. No bulky fishing poles.....just a willow banch....and, no fishing license. Both times we never saw another soul until our last day on the river. On the third day, we found another 'fork' entering the main river, which was almost equal to the one we were on, and spent a day going UP that tributary and exploring it. Now looking back on it, I consider this to be the greatest adventure of my life, for we truly had no idea of the depth of the adventure we would be tackling. Also, whether the state likes it or not, we killed two rattlesnakes....and saw two beautiful banded king snakes....one red and the other yellow....which we left alone. BHE
For a period of my life, I spent a lot of time on that river, floated the entire canyon twice, and, never saw any gold. But then, not having an ounce of desire for gold, wouldn't know it if I saw it!
Thank you for sharing your adventure at this beautiful location! I was born and raised in Southern California between '54 to "2010 and never knew of this beautiful place! Im currently living in OR. Also I just subscribed 👍
I feel the same I'm 38 and just discovered this river so beautiful so close I can't believe it was so close to L.A. this whole time. Thanks for the sub we still have more adventures to come 👍 Oregon is nice I've done a hike or two out there have to go back.
I did hiking and backpacking along this river back in the 1980s. It was a thrill to see the bridge to nowhere and the big horn sheep. And it was interesting to see remnants of old mining equipment from decades past. I don't recall a problem with trash back then.
That's so cool. Yeah I started coming here in the 90s as a young boy. It's funny I knew of the oaks picnic area but never went beyond that point. When I finally did as an adult I was amazed the bride to no where is such an amazing hike. I encountered big horn sheep as well truly amazing. The trash thing has gotten out of control in recent years tho. Still it's a wonderful place.
That's because nobody knows about it. Hopefully it stays that way. Technology social media etc starts with RUclips.... You'll start seeing more videos of this amazing place and like everything else, you'll start seeing trash, people hunting wildlife, off road vehicles leaving tracks destroying landscape, but Hopefully homeless drug addicts stay away from here.
It doesn’t look like that anymore I live in the area like literally a five minute walk from the area and unfortunately it’s no longer our open secret. I have no problem with people going exploring and being in nature it’s just the wrong type of people they leave trash empty bottles sometimes even halfway empty bottles and I have found a couple of chickens with their heads cut off not to mention the homeless population and a bunch of drug paraphernalia I found there are somehow fish in the river though I’m not too sure how but there are. In good news though if you travel down the river from the bridge he’s talking about and go up one of the offshoots that leads near the community you will eventually find a broken down car and if you go further a cabin foundation with a Stone oven if you make a hard right from the cabin facing along the river there is a little rock scramble you can climb up that no one knows about I do have to be decently experienced at hiking otherwise you’re not finding it hence why no one knows about it.
Nice vid, too bad it's gotten more packed with people. Tried to go last 2 saturdays to no parking available. Also, dirty people have been throwing their trash everywhere, it was not like that last year.
I've been going to the San Gabriel River since 1991 and I'm sad to report I always remember it being trashed. 😫 the San Gabriel River is very popular with the locals as far as I remember, if your not there by 8:30 -9:00 am no parking I remember that since a kid and is still true till this day. If you ever have a chance to go during the week go, way less people 👍
@@RunningwaterPDP I used to go as a kid but don't remember how it was lol. Is West Fork just as packed as East Fork? I left last Sat as it was too packed and headed to the Tujunga river. I know a spot that never gets too full.
@@jayesco1987 yeah bro no lie even west for gets packed. Especially the weekends. I went with fam I was there at west fork at 8:30 am and found literally the last parking. I tell everyone if you're going up there you have to be up there by the river literally no later than 8:30 for a spot. It's very popular both west and east fork. Trust go early and if you can go during the week it's not so packed and you can find parking no problem.
In 1988 I use to take my son dirt bike riding in Azusa Canyon, looks like now it has more water. It was dry with very little water then. we had lived in Glendora so it was perfect to take him dirt biking. Once he sank his quad into a very deep whole , I was at the car at the time, I am so thankful for the teenagers who pulled him out of the whole he had stayed on the bike. He was 8 at the time.
What an amazing story and to think when all this was going on. I was a 3 year old child. I'm glad my video brought back good memories besides getting stuck in the hole I mean I bet lots of good memories.
I'm not sure where you are from but it is nice. If you ever have a chance to go, go in July. I have another video on the exact directions to the location thanks for watching 🙏.
Thank God ! For thy creations be thankful and grateful and take good cares of every paths wherever it leads you . Heaven on earth do exist . Thank you brother for this beautiful videos . I’ll be heading down there anytime soon ! Have fun in nature Stayed Bless 🥰❤️🙏🏻
This place is truly a heavenly place. Soothing to the mind and soul. I saw a ram 🐏 and was just the most amazing beautiful thing ever. Yes we definitely need to take care of this place it's beautiful 🙏. P.S. I have another video that explains how to get to the exact spot of filming. Thanks for watching 👍hey and there is still a few weeks of summer left I hope you get the chance to go enjoy 🌎✌️
Great video!!! Keep it up. Lets also preach leave no trace and pack it in pack it out. Unfortunately the county and state want to close this area due to trash/environmental impact... I've seen it all here. Human waste, dipers, needles Bbq lol left behind. 🤷🏽♂️
Thanks man. No way they want to close it that would suck. But yeah the amount of waste left behind it frustrating. I can't believe you have to tell people not to liter especially the mountains. I hope they find a solution that doesn't end up being closed to the public. Again thanks for watching 👍
Of course. Pack it in pack it out. Unfortunately the people who go up there are the poorest and least educated plus the forest service doesn't provide adequate trash bins for the volume of visitors. It's sad but hey it's still a wonderful place. Still worth a visit or at minimum a drive through the mountains 🌎✌️👌🌲
@@RunningwaterPDPLet's not BS here. These poor people can take a bag and take that bag to their car to throw it out somewhere where there's a bin or take it with them. No need for excuses for people being savages.
@@richterbelmont2 it's not making excuses it's just reality. They don't care. Just providing insight to why they do it. Some people think it has to do with race, so I'm just trying to point out reason other than race is the reason why people trash the river. You're right tho they certainly can pickup after themselves no one is arguing against that, it's sad.
Actually I come here quite often and the stream Can last at least 3 months like the actual caudal I went yesterday and was overflowing so it will take like 2 or 3 weeks to back to normal flow.. coming Monday to Friday is ok …..sat and Sunday are overcrowded .. do not forget to get you daily permits at local stores just get off from fwy 210 .. something sad the people leave behind the trash.. so sad
@@RunningwaterPDP I have been there since pandemic and it has water all year round but the steam in the way you recorded will last like 3 to 4 months.. so give an advice to people don’t litter the place.. they can take trash back and dispose in the metal containers on side of the road.. blessings
@@RunningwaterPDP before Hilary was the stream perfect so I went and enjoy one of those holes and was 7” deep in some parts an waistline in others so I had fun but yesterday was overflowing and 2” deeper and more little on the bottom of the pool
In the 1980s I used to backpack in past the bridge to nowhere and stay a few days, and pan for gold. My then girlfriend (now my wife) lived in Azusa right at the corner of Sierra Madre and San Gabriel. It was nice back then, and very few people. You put this on RUclips kiss it goodbye.
Yes unfortunately the population has increased dramatically since the 80s. Azusa is above the biggest metropolitan area in the u.s.a. I believe like 13 million. So to be honest when I started going in the 90s dude if you're not there by 9am no parking this place has been extremely popular as long as I can remember. Way before my RUclips video. Way way before.
so it takes a long walk before getting to the stream? i guess this wont work for my 5 y/o daughter.. any recommendation where the stream is easily accessible without having to walk so much for my daughter and my elderly in law?
No the river is right next to the road. I just like to walk along the river. The only thing that separates the river from the road is a small cliff maybe 10-15 feet high
In the 1960s we used to catch Native Trout in the East Fork and the West Fork. Lots of them in the backcountry, small but good eating. Bears and knives are a bad idea.
I mean that if you are attacked by a bear and he's close enough to use a knife on you will be seriously injured or killed in the fracas. Bear spray can keep them at a distance and dissuade them, a firearm in the hands of an expert can stop a bear attack, but there are a lot of stories of Grizzily bears with pistol bullets trapped in their sub-cutaneous fat on killing rages from the continual pain. Good on you for traveling that country, I saw a Golden Eagle on the East Fork once, and the deer herd was about 5 times bigger than now. Mountain Lion Country, too. They like to shadow you for miles on the trail, mostly just curious. @@RunningwaterPDP
Si puedes en los dos idiomas,así tendrías más seguidores ,de muchos países , recuerda que no todos dominamos el inglés y otros nada lo hablamos , gracias y bendiciones 😇👊🏼
Man I get sent down a rabbit hole lol so the guy from American pickers. I learned a whole lot the show is cancelled? Frank Died? He went to jail? But I also read that he was like a humble guy with heart.... I guess that's what you mean...🙏 If so definitely 👍
I swear your opening statement sounds just like him, then you got that similiar moustache! 😆 just playing my man. Show was awesome and no he's not dead. Just stroke but still alive and well.
Wow that's awesome the 60s. I can imagine it was much more wild then. More isolated sort of speak. Maybe more wildlife? I have notice the sign to a shooting range in East fork yeah..... Thanks for sharing man.
Emilyoshiro: we used to go camping at shady oaks in 1970. Then when I was young my parents and family went there all the time to picnic and swim. Can you tell me if this bridge to nowhere , was it past shady oaks?
@@wchan625there is vertualy no walk. It's more of a hike the river is next to the road. the only thing that separates the road from the river is a small cliff maybe 10-15 feet?
@@Deadloxrussell not at all the only thing that separates the river from the road is a small cliff maybe 10-15 feet. If you scout along the river you will actually find spots that are perfect for toddlers. Seriously place where the water is inches deep and crystal clear. Enjoy have a great time. Go early on weekends limited parking.
Your good to go I just went two days ago water is at the same level. Plus last year we received so much water there was still snow in the mountains till June. Absolutely wonderful worth the visit 👌
It never dries up! Not even during the last few years of severe drought did it stop flowing. Obviously it wasn't as full as it was on the video but always flowing along.
@@MadCatMaddie yeah that's true never completely dry. Around 4 years ago in the middle of the long drought I went to West fork the water was ankle deep that was the driest I'd ever seen it in my life it was shocking.
Bro we started going in 91 I feel you beer asada the family. Staying up till like 3 in the morning. Camping in the summer. Now I go alone but yeah the river is such an amazing place so many people so many stories 👌
@@dynoesaur the only advice I got but you probably already know go early big dog especially on the weekend by 9am no parking. Enjoy man azuza is always a good get away. 👌
@@JojoR1963 I'm not a geologist I really have no idea. But, I heard someone say that when it rains. the rocks that flows into the river and their composition adds to that magnificent blue color. Anyways, It truly is a wonderful place. If you haven't been there, I hope one day you can see it for yourself ✌️
Last time we were there. A couple of bears made their presence known. The Ranger was driving around telling people, Because there’s a mountain line in the area
That's so cool. I seen a bear once too but at west fork. I was blessed to see like 4 rams a top of a little hill there at east fork. So if there are rams there are bears and mountain lions for sure.
Oh it's all a river no lakes. I put the coordinates in the discreption and I also uploaded another video on how to get to that spot exactly where I started filming and from there. I started walking up the river. Gorgeous ✌️
Glad you're showing something in LA County since that area has such a bad name. We should talk though. In Anaheim we have a tributary of the San Gabriel River named Carbon Creek. It starts where the primary water table below us comes to the surface. But the creek is usually dry because it's intercepted by wells that are dug at the point where the water starts coming out of the ground. The city Public Works Department is in charge of that. There's a water treatment plant also right after the wells. The tap water here is awful, tasting heavily of hydrochloric acid. You can boil it and the taste is still there. You have to mix instant coffee grounds into the water to make it palatable, or use some kind of filtration system yourself. If they left the area alone there would be a perennial stream here, since the water table is vast and replenishing from deep below the earth. Just to the east, there's a barely perceptible elevated spine of land, running from the mountains to the ocean, separating the San Gabriel and Santa Ana River watersheds. Most people have no idea this arrangement even exists, and that's the way the government likes it.
Not just L.A. but all of California has a bad name. There are even RUclips channels dedicated to talking trash about California with thousands of subscribers. I'm confused because California is such a beautiful state. Sorry to hear about your water issues. I get water from outside my grocery store they have filtered water a fill a 5 gallon jug for $2.50. I don't know much about the water sheds but I know the land was changed so much. Thanks for watching have a great day 👍
I have seen a bear once yes. I have never seen a mountain lion. It's possible that there is mountain lions tho. But this particular part of the river is very busy with human activity so to be honest most wild animals stay away.
@@Marie-e9u7g ruclips.net/video/qvpFQQ0jNDY/видео.html the exact directions how to get to this spot. It's a long hike 4 hours maybe. just do the first part the water is amazing. You'll love it it. Enjoy.
@@kai6424 if we get plenty of water in the winter the river stays full pretty much the entire summer. I believe I recorded this last year in June before the summer crowds arrived.
I personally get it at 944 N Azusa Ave, Azusa, CA 91702 it's a liquor store that's the address. It's located before going up the mountain on N Azuza Ave (hwy 39) I've seen the Santa Ana sucker, trout and spotted dace.
Unfortunately for the San Gabriel mountains, they tower over L.A. metro with a population of 12 million people. The poorest and least educated people visit the river, coupled with the forest service not providing adequate service for the amount of visitors the mountain receives is a recipe for disaster. Seeing natural areas get trashed can cause anger I get it. However as you can see in the video, the San Gabriel mountains are still a wonderful place to visit. 👌
@@phillipswain4942 that's because it gets filled from the illegal immigrants with their children exploring places in California just look at Santa Monica Beach
I was just there and people are leaving so much trash and they have been tagging in (graffiti everywhere) is sad . We gotta save this place from trash !
God bless
Yes the trash and graffiti thing is such a sore on the eyes. I'm thinking visitor education, enough dumpsters to serve the amount of people that actually visit the river. And some consequences for littering. But over it's a wonderful place. God bless.
Horrible! Clean up after yourself like a responsible human being
Yup it’s all the minorities leaving trash
The chunteria ruins it for everyone. I once saw a whole pot of arros dumped on the side of the river, like who does that?!?
There is a lot of comments about people who visit places like this and either destroying it i or leaving their trash behind or not leaving shit they do not want to carry back. I work for the county and because of the mess people leave they may close it. Apparently the wild life is suffering as well. The homeless if they are sill there are out soon as well. Everyone should treat this place like they own it and they do if you think about it ..everyone is a tax payer...it looks like a great spot
I can't deny it. I don't understand? I found a folding chair once just left behind like what? I've gotten two comments about homeless people or a camp. That I have never seen or I've never run into a homeless person out there. That's interesting. That would be sad if they closed this place really. I hope not because yes it's a great spot, It really is.
@@RunningwaterPDPmaybe make signs to respect environment and don’t leave trash behind could help? Terrible people to disrespect beautiful nature
@@Glamgrlsf yes. I'm thinking of a 3 point solution. 1 Visitor education. 2 Adequate dumpsters for the volume of people who actually visit. 3 consequences in the form of fines. The only problem is funding. Over all, I love azusa despite it's lack of care it is sad. Anyways thanks for watching see ya ✌️
@@RunningwaterPDP I've been going to that area for years and I always see people bringing large barbeques disregarding potential fires. They also leave soiled diapers and trash behind and even break glass bottles against the rocks. Not to mention the graffiti, drunk people and parking anywhere they please. It doesn't get any more ghetto than that. They need to start sending rangers to control this, fines and arrest in some cases. It's a disgrace for such a beautiful place.
@@exocetmm38 there's no denying any of that unfortunately. Such a beautiful place so close to L.A. it's a shame. I hope something could be done about all the mess.
Never knew about this little gem and I’ve been in Los Angeles all my life over half a century! Thanks so much😊
I feel ya same here. I just discovered it this summer like what. go Check it out if you can.
Please, please, do you have the address? Thank you ❤❤❤🤗
@lissettefuentes7986 often coordina tree are the location, instead. That gets confused because there are many different coordinate systems, but that what need be asked.
@@lissettefuentes7986 I actually posted another video on how to get to the spot exactly. 👌
ALL those people will ruin/ pollute it
This was delightful and informative. Thank you for creating and sharing.
Thank you very much. I appreciate the comment. Such a nice stretch of river 👍
Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.
Having responsible adults roaming the area is very helpful in keeping things on the safe side. 🤙
Definitely. I'm like a migrating bird I'm in the San Gabriel mountains from June to September. All safe nothing to report 👍✌️
@@RunningwaterPDPI’m from San do county so I’m not familiar with San Gabriel valley. From what I’m seeing in this video it’s a beautiful place. I would love to take my family out there for the day and enjoy the valley’s beauty.
@@Citybythebeach gotcha I posted another video on how to get to this spot exactly. One good thing is the river is not to far from where you park. You're family will enjoy it. It's a very popular spot if you do go you have to go early otherwise you won't find parking. Coming from far that may be a problem getting there early. But definitely I nice spot I hope you can make it out sometime 👌
With the rain clearing from this weekend I bet it’s beautiful right now.
Currently serving in U.S. Army. I have been out of state for a few years, miss this place ! Coming home soon ! I’m thinking of going out there with some trash bags and start helping with the clean up. My family has been coming here sense the 70s
Thanks for your service man. Taking them boots off and dipping your feet in that cold water will feel great....it really sucks hearing people that are not responsible for the mess have to pick it. Yes my family has been coming to this spot since the 90s It is a very wonderful place indeed, enjoy.
Do they have restrooms here!? I want to come!
That looks sweet!
I really is bro. If your from the area I totally recommend it.
Wow Peter. I’m a big fan 😊
@joshharris3082 thanks. I'm honerd I took a look at his channel real good. 👌
@joshharris3082What’s peter doing here ?! 😂
really nice reminds me of red rock over here in santa barabara
California is such a vast state. So many spots. Red rock sounds interesting for sure.
The color of that water is incredible!!!!!
It really is. It draws you in. Winter is coming tho it gets real cold up there. ✌️
Lol I'm from the north east so it's probably still nice. I was in Laguna beach last January on warm day, swimming without a wet suit and people looked at me like I was crazy. That's when I learned your cold is our warm haha@@RunningwaterPDP
Lived in covina hills since 1968 been up there many times hope its stays beautiful btw many mine shafts to explore up there too
It's nice up here. Hey I've been looking into that the mines I would love to check that out. What's you're favorite one?
In 1980, a friend of mine and my eldest son went into the Arroyo Seco River near Fort Hunter Ligget and floated this river. I told my wife we'd be home on the 2nd night....truth is on that 2nd night we had NO idea of where we even were and didn't finally reach civilization until the end of the third day. The following year, we repeated the adventure, but this time with five of us....and we spent five days on the river. Deep in the canyon, caught a few 20" trout to have for dinner. No bulky fishing poles.....just a willow banch....and, no fishing license. Both times we never saw another soul until our last day on the river.
On the third day, we found another 'fork' entering the main river, which was almost equal to the one we were on, and spent a day going UP that tributary and exploring it. Now looking back on it, I consider this to be the greatest adventure of my life, for we truly had no idea of the depth of the adventure we would be tackling. Also, whether the state likes it or not, we killed two rattlesnakes....and saw two beautiful banded king snakes....one red and the other yellow....which we left alone. BHE
Pretty clear sparkly water. Sunny spots. Good air quality. Peaceful. Nice. Enjoy. Thanks for sharing. Fun beats.👋👱♀️🇺🇲
Your welcome yup it's summer time. "Finally the rain is gone, it's going to be a nice, nice bright sun shiny day" ☺️🌻 enjoy ✌️
Wow! That is stunning! I love your approach to shooting video. Thank you for not making this a 9 min. selfie! Felt like i was there. 😊
Thanks, Lol heck yeah. I was hoping the video would take you there. 👍🏞️
great video, so many beautiful places and so very little time, thank you.
Thanks i'm sorry I missed this comment, it's never too late to say thank you
Thanks for sharing with us!
No problem I had to 👍
I can just smell the gold from here!
Sweet bro 👌....it really is the golden state.
For a period of my life, I spent a lot of time on that river, floated the entire canyon twice, and, never saw any gold. But then, not having an ounce of desire for gold, wouldn't know it if I saw it!
Absolutely breathtakingly beautiful.
It is dude check out if you can.
@@RunningwaterPDP thanks! If I’m ever down that way I most definitely will! Thanks for sharing.
@@wildlyunrulyadventures3942 you're welcome man. Have a good one ✌️
OUTSTANDING !!! Great job brother
Thank you and for watching 👍
I actually just came here 8/17/23 because of this video. Had a great swim
No way Jaja that's cool totally my intention to get folks to enjoy the river, glad you enjoyed it brother.
Lucky
How long was your one way walk from parking to swim?
@@ShawnDeLaCruz 10 feet down a cliff. That's all. The river is right next to the road. I posted a video on how to get to the exact spot enjoy.
Put the address please that look so beautiful clean please thank you.
Wow so relaxing to watch love it ❤
Thanks 🙂
Thank you for sharing your adventure at this beautiful location! I was born and raised in Southern California between '54 to "2010 and never knew of this beautiful place! Im currently living in OR. Also I just subscribed 👍
I feel the same I'm 38 and just discovered this river so beautiful so close I can't believe it was so close to L.A. this whole time. Thanks for the sub we still have more adventures to come 👍 Oregon is nice I've done a hike or two out there have to go back.
You never knew about azusa canyon?
Absolutely amazing!!!
Indeed so close to L.A. too.
Cool video man….to bad you couldn’t take the river all the way to the bridge…anyway still great video…thx 👍
@vinniegotfirefewpriors7175 thanks, for sure. That would of been a crazy adventure. 🤙
I had no idea this existed! Thanks!
I don't either just found it this summer. It's amazing check it out👌
I did hiking and backpacking along this river back in the 1980s. It was a thrill to see the bridge to nowhere and the big horn sheep. And it was interesting to see remnants of old mining equipment from decades past. I don't recall a problem with trash back then.
That's so cool. Yeah I started coming here in the 90s as a young boy. It's funny I knew of the oaks picnic area but never went beyond that point. When I finally did as an adult I was amazed the bride to no where is such an amazing hike. I encountered big horn sheep as well truly amazing. The trash thing has gotten out of control in recent years tho. Still it's a wonderful place.
Still looks as beautiful as it was in the early 80’s when I was a kid. Thanks for the video!
No problem man, it is beautiful thanks for watching 👍
That's because nobody knows about it. Hopefully it stays that way. Technology social media etc starts with RUclips.... You'll start seeing more videos of this amazing place and like everything else, you'll start seeing trash, people hunting wildlife, off road vehicles leaving tracks destroying landscape, but Hopefully homeless drug addicts stay away from here.
@@IvanHernandez-kz5uq no one know about it?? This place is extremely popular. Believe me even in the 90s without social media.
Camp williams is still there .
It doesn’t look like that anymore I live in the area like literally a five minute walk from the area and unfortunately it’s no longer our open secret. I have no problem with people going exploring and being in nature it’s just the wrong type of people they leave trash empty bottles sometimes even halfway empty bottles and I have found a couple of chickens with their heads cut off not to mention the homeless population and a bunch of drug paraphernalia I found there are somehow fish in the river though I’m not too sure how but there are. In good news though if you travel down the river from the bridge he’s talking about and go up one of the offshoots that leads near the community you will eventually find a broken down car and if you go further a cabin foundation with a Stone oven if you make a hard right from the cabin facing along the river there is a little rock scramble you can climb up that no one knows about I do have to be decently experienced at hiking otherwise you’re not finding it hence why no one knows about it.
Nice vid, too bad it's gotten more packed with people. Tried to go last 2 saturdays to no parking available.
Also, dirty people have been throwing their trash everywhere, it was not like that last year.
I've been going to the San Gabriel River since 1991 and I'm sad to report I always remember it being trashed. 😫 the San Gabriel River is very popular with the locals as far as I remember, if your not there by 8:30 -9:00 am no parking I remember that since a kid and is still true till this day. If you ever have a chance to go during the week go, way less people 👍
@@RunningwaterPDP I used to go as a kid but don't remember how it was lol. Is West Fork just as packed as East Fork? I left last Sat as it was too packed and headed to the Tujunga river. I know a spot that never gets too full.
@@jayesco1987 yeah bro no lie even west for gets packed. Especially the weekends. I went with fam I was there at west fork at 8:30 am and found literally the last parking. I tell everyone if you're going up there you have to be up there by the river literally no later than 8:30 for a spot. It's very popular both west and east fork. Trust go early and if you can go during the week it's not so packed and you can find parking no problem.
@@RunningwaterPDP Thanks man appreciate it!
@@jayesco1987 you're welcome 👍
Looks very clean
The water is so crystal clear cold and refreshing. I was so shocked to find a place like this so close to L.A. truly amazing.
you gave the exact GPS directions, dang, that's awesome, appreciate that!
No problem enjoy 👍
We usually travel far to see this clear waters. Will be checking it out. Thanks
Your welcome have fun enjoy and safe travels 🥾 🌎👌
Definitely do not. We went and it was dirty musty waters!⚠️
You captured some awesome under water footage. Thank you for sharing
@@HRTsAFyre thank you. It's just a wonderful place, I had to share.
Thank you!! I’ve been looking for places like this
No problem. The description has the address and the pin were i parked exactly... enjoy ✌️🌎🌲
@@stevemalibu99 you think i'm a dgenrate?? I bring a plastic bag for trash, and it's coors banquets thank you very much
One of the best hikes in LA for sure, been here 3 times and will come again 👍🏻awesome footage of the river before the trail 🤩🙌
Thanks. Hands down best hike. I only discovered this River last year and lived in L.A. my whole life. Crazy. Be safe out there 🤜
In 1988 I use to take my son dirt bike riding in Azusa Canyon, looks like now it has more water. It was dry with very little water then. we had lived in Glendora so it was perfect to take him dirt biking. Once he sank his quad into a very deep whole , I was at the car at the time, I am so thankful for the teenagers who pulled him out of the whole he had stayed on the bike. He was 8 at the time.
What an amazing story and to think when all this was going on. I was a 3 year old child. I'm glad my video brought back good memories besides getting stuck in the hole I mean I bet lots of good memories.
I used to go up there back in the 70's!
The 70s how groovy. I hope this video brought back some good memories, thanks for watching.
About 1 year ago, the East Fork looked like a dried up stream.
Choked with algae. Great to see it looking the way it should.
But, for how long......??
I seen it like that but at west fork. My guess is as long as we have wet winters it will look like this.
@@RunningwaterPDP Yes. I hope so, Buddy
So nice.
I'm not sure where you are from but it is nice. If you ever have a chance to go, go in July. I have another video on the exact directions to the location thanks for watching 🙏.
Thank God ! For thy creations be thankful and grateful and take good cares of every paths wherever it leads you . Heaven on earth do exist . Thank you brother for this beautiful videos . I’ll be heading down there anytime soon ! Have fun in nature Stayed Bless 🥰❤️🙏🏻
This place is truly a heavenly place. Soothing to the mind and soul. I saw a ram 🐏 and was just the most amazing beautiful thing ever. Yes we definitely need to take care of this place it's beautiful 🙏. P.S. I have another video that explains how to get to the exact spot of filming. Thanks for watching 👍hey and there is still a few weeks of summer left I hope you get the chance to go enjoy 🌎✌️
Like any place outdoors, during the week is more peaceful, serene.
Exactly. I forgot if it was Monday or Tuesday when I filmed. But virtually empty. 👌
Great video, thanks!!!
No problem thanks for watching 👍
Great video!!! Keep it up.
Lets also preach leave no trace and pack it in pack it out. Unfortunately the county and state want to close this area due to trash/environmental impact... I've seen it all here. Human waste, dipers, needles Bbq lol left behind. 🤷🏽♂️
Thanks man. No way they want to close it that would suck. But yeah the amount of waste left behind it frustrating. I can't believe you have to tell people not to liter especially the mountains. I hope they find a solution that doesn't end up being closed to the public. Again thanks for watching 👍
Looks like fun.
It sure is. The perfect summer activity. 👍
Beautiful water
And so close to the city I was amazed.
I use to hike many trails in this area in the 90’s
@@gavinballin2323that's so cool. it truly is a wonderful place.
The water looks nice 🤩 great video
Thank you 😊 yes the water is very refreshing. Thanks for watching. You should check it out if you're from the area. 👍
I go to the shooting range in Burro Canyon all the time. I just had no idea this was near. Thanks.
You're welcome, Yeah I had to post it was my first time too it's amazing. After the range check it out not to far from there 👌
Now if the people who go.out there would just pack.out all the diapers and other trash they leave everywhere
Of course. Pack it in pack it out. Unfortunately the people who go up there are the poorest and least educated plus the forest service doesn't provide adequate trash bins for the volume of visitors. It's sad but hey it's still a wonderful place. Still worth a visit or at minimum a drive through the mountains 🌎✌️👌🌲
@@RunningwaterPDPLet's not BS here. These poor people can take a bag and take that bag to their car to throw it out somewhere where there's a bin or take it with them. No need for excuses for people being savages.
@@richterbelmont2 it's not making excuses it's just reality. They don't care. Just providing insight to why they do it. Some people think it has to do with race, so I'm just trying to point out reason other than race is the reason why people trash the river. You're right tho they certainly can pickup after themselves no one is arguing against that, it's sad.
Gross leaving trash and trashing the place like animals. That’s so disrespectful n gross
I wonder what group of people Who leave a bunch of shifty ass Diapers behind are?😆
This must be further up into the mountains.
Yeah definitely past the trailhead to the bridge to nowhere. So deserted I saw mountain goats.
Nice!!!
Thanks lol I just this 👍
I just saw this video I’m going Sunday for sure
Heck yeah 👍
My guess is after this storm all those temp dams are wiped out. So clear. Would love to make the trip from San Diego.
It's possible yeah. Even with those temp dams it's clear I can't imagine without. If you come during the week even better less people.
Actually I come here quite often and the stream Can last at least 3 months like the actual caudal I went yesterday and was overflowing so it will take like 2 or 3 weeks to back to normal flow.. coming Monday to Friday is ok …..sat and Sunday are overcrowded .. do not forget to get you daily permits at local stores just get off from fwy 210 .. something sad the people leave behind the trash.. so sad
@@inggalaxia oh really? Interesting 3 months. I knew Hillary would have an impact just didn't think it would last that long.
@@RunningwaterPDP I have been there since pandemic and it has water all year round but the steam in the way you recorded will last like 3 to 4 months.. so give an advice to people don’t litter the place.. they can take trash back and dispose in the metal containers on side of the road.. blessings
@@RunningwaterPDP before Hilary was the stream perfect so I went and enjoy one of those holes and was 7” deep in some parts an waistline in others so I had fun but yesterday was overflowing and 2” deeper and more little on the bottom of the pool
Lovely!
It truly is wonderful
I was waiting for the Vietcong to pop out any minute.....😂😅😂😅😂
@@selaxlife7621 omg 😜
In the 1980s I used to backpack in past the bridge to nowhere and stay a few days, and pan for gold. My then girlfriend (now my wife) lived in Azusa right at the corner of Sierra Madre and San Gabriel. It was nice back then, and very few people. You put this on RUclips kiss it goodbye.
Yes unfortunately the population has increased dramatically since the 80s. Azusa is above the biggest metropolitan area in the u.s.a. I believe like 13 million. So to be honest when I started going in the 90s dude if you're not there by 9am no parking this place has been extremely popular as long as I can remember. Way before my RUclips video. Way way before.
so it takes a long walk before getting to the stream? i guess this wont work for my 5 y/o daughter.. any recommendation where the stream is easily accessible without having to walk so much for my daughter and my elderly in law?
No the river is right next to the road. I just like to walk along the river. The only thing that separates the river from the road is a small cliff maybe 10-15 feet high
I wonder what it looks like after this big storm?
I was thinking the same. Just so busy right now. I wish I could go check tho.
The water isn’t as blue anymore.
@@JM-ug2zt yes just went yesterday it's a little murky.
In the 1960s we used to catch Native Trout in the East Fork and the West Fork. Lots of them in the backcountry, small but good eating. Bears and knives are a bad idea.
I can imagine in the 60s way less people and much more wildlife. Bears and knives?? What do you mean by that?
I mean that if you are attacked by a bear and he's close enough to use a knife on you will be seriously injured or killed in the fracas. Bear spray can keep them at a distance and dissuade them, a firearm in the hands of an expert can stop a bear attack, but there are a lot of stories of Grizzily bears with pistol bullets trapped in their sub-cutaneous fat on killing rages from the continual pain. Good on you for traveling that country, I saw a Golden Eagle on the East Fork once, and the deer herd was about 5 times bigger than now. Mountain Lion Country, too. They like to shadow you for miles on the trail, mostly just curious. @@RunningwaterPDP
Unbelievable this is in Cali wow beautiful 😍
Honestly I thought the same just discovered it this summer 🏞️😊
@@RunningwaterPDP
Amazing! Thank you for sharing!!
😊 #NewSub
@@Ms.Sunshine420 no problem and thank you have a good one stay safe👍
@@RunningwaterPDP
You're welcome and likewise!🙏
Looks nice man
It is brother it's worth checking out 👍
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La neta qué si muy hermoso. Me estás poniendo a pensar. Quizás un día le cambió al español.
Si puedes en los dos idiomas,así tendrías más seguidores ,de muchos países , recuerda que no todos dominamos el inglés y otros nada lo hablamos , gracias y bendiciones 😇👊🏼
@@MP-ln1zj sabes qué ya estuvo tienes razón. Lo que voy Aser es otro canal dedicado a español. Quando lo aga te mando un link 🤝
@@MP-ln1zj it's because you're too lazy to learn the language and the customs of our land that you're visiting
OMG found the Mexican Frank from American Pickers!
Man I get sent down a rabbit hole lol so the guy from American pickers. I learned a whole lot the show is cancelled? Frank Died? He went to jail? But I also read that he was like a humble guy with heart.... I guess that's what you mean...🙏 If so definitely 👍
I swear your opening statement sounds just like him, then you got that similiar moustache! 😆 just playing my man. Show was awesome and no he's not dead. Just stroke but still alive and well.
@@charliec9405 it's ok I didn't take any offense what so ever. That's kind of cool really. Have a great weekend 👍
We used to go shooting in East Fork during the 60s, got stung by a wasp in Shady Oaks
Looks very crowded nowadays
Wow that's awesome the 60s. I can imagine it was much more wild then. More isolated sort of speak. Maybe more wildlife? I have notice the sign to a shooting range in East fork yeah..... Thanks for sharing man.
It's full of illegal aliens now a days..Dangerous..
Emilyoshiro: we used to go camping at shady oaks in 1970. Then when I was young my parents and family went there all the time to picnic and swim. Can you tell me if this bridge to nowhere , was it past shady oaks?
how long is the walk from parking lot to the closest clear river that can play with kid? Thanks
@@wchan625there is vertualy no walk. It's more of a hike the river is next to the road. the only thing that separates the road from the river is a small cliff maybe 10-15 feet?
Thanks going there in two days
Heck yeah enjoy. 👍 If you're looking for other places check out the la Jolla cove video it's great for snorkeling. 🌎✌️
Ok but once we are at the bridge where do we go? Is it left right down? Please get back to me I want to go
I have another videos. One that explains how to get to this spot exactly.
@@RunningwaterPDP I looked but I didn’t find it can you tag me in it or give me the tittle name please I would really appreciate it
Sorry I just saw the message. But I saw your other comment you found it 👍
Cheeches secret son😂
🤣
Lol
Cool video.
Thanks man I appreciate it, thanks for watching 👍
I love the bridge to no where hike
Hands down one of the best in L.A.. area 👌🌲
I enjoy hiking this place because it's so magical, but we to keep it clean and preserve this beauty that we can enjoy.
Agreed honestly one of the best hikes in the San Gabriel mountains. Conservation is a must
Thank you
Your welcome 🤙
Have you been to the waterfall off the 57 fwy by raging waters ? Its like a 20 ft drop ?
No I haven't. Omg you send this for months ago. I just seen this sorry for the late reply I'm in Mexico when I get back I'll check that out thanks
@@RunningwaterPDP for sure , safe travels.
@@vicchavez6570 thanks man 👍
What road or tail exactly do you take to get there? That’s beautiful would love to visit !
I recommend it you'll love it. If you look through my videos one shows exactly how to get to this place. Enjoy ✌️
Hello I want to bring my toddler here but to get to that river do you have to hike?
@@Deadloxrussell not at all the only thing that separates the river from the road is a small cliff maybe 10-15 feet. If you scout along the river you will actually find spots that are perfect for toddlers. Seriously place where the water is inches deep and crystal clear. Enjoy have a great time. Go early on weekends limited parking.
I wonder if this river drys up in August?
Your good to go I just went two days ago water is at the same level. Plus last year we received so much water there was still snow in the mountains till June. Absolutely wonderful worth the visit 👌
It never dries up! Not even during the last few years of severe drought did it stop flowing. Obviously it wasn't as full as it was on the video but always flowing along.
@@MadCatMaddie yeah that's true never completely dry. Around 4 years ago in the middle of the long drought I went to West fork the water was ankle deep that was the driest I'd ever seen it in my life it was shocking.
bridge to nowhere one of my favorite hikes.
It's officially my favorite now. It's nice for sure. 👍
Damn we go there almost every weekend back in 98 it was firme asada and tecate
Bro we started going in 91 I feel you beer asada the family. Staying up till like 3 in the morning. Camping in the summer. Now I go alone but yeah the river is such an amazing place so many people so many stories 👌
@footloose3872 palabra, probably check it out later. Any advice?
@@dynoesaur the only advice I got but you probably already know go early big dog especially on the weekend by 9am no parking. Enjoy man azuza is always a good get away. 👌
@@RunningwaterPDP gracias
@@dynoesaur de nada.
if not , i am going to try to make it out there. nice capture .
Thanks man. I hope you make it out enjoy. If you're not sure I have a video that shows how to get to this exact spot 👌
Damn, that was pretty damn good, thanks
You're welcome thanks for watching 👍
Does the water come from an underground spring since it’s so clear?
@@JojoR1963 I'm not a geologist I really have no idea. But, I heard someone say that when it rains. the rocks that flows into the river and their composition adds to that magnificent blue color. Anyways, It truly is a wonderful place. If you haven't been there, I hope one day you can see it for yourself ✌️
Last time we were there. A couple of bears made their presence known.
The Ranger was driving around telling people,
Because there’s a mountain line in the area
That's so cool. I seen a bear once too but at west fork. I was blessed to see like 4 rams a top of a little hill there at east fork. So if there are rams there are bears and mountain lions for sure.
What Are the Coordinates For The River In The Beginning??? I Got The Ones For The Bridge, But Wbt That Clear Lake???? Please Help. Thanks
Oh it's all a river no lakes. I put the coordinates in the discreption and I also uploaded another video on how to get to that spot exactly where I started filming and from there. I started walking up the river. Gorgeous ✌️
Glad you're showing something in LA County since that area has such a bad name. We should talk though. In Anaheim we have a tributary of the San Gabriel River named Carbon Creek. It starts where the primary water table below us comes to the surface. But the creek is usually dry because it's intercepted by wells that are dug at the point where the water starts coming out of the ground. The city Public Works Department is in charge of that. There's a water treatment plant also right after the wells. The tap water here is awful, tasting heavily of hydrochloric acid. You can boil it and the taste is still there. You have to mix instant coffee grounds into the water to make it palatable, or use some kind of filtration system yourself. If they left the area alone there would be a perennial stream here, since the water table is vast and replenishing from deep below the earth. Just to the east, there's a barely perceptible elevated spine of land, running from the mountains to the ocean, separating the San Gabriel and Santa Ana River watersheds. Most people have no idea this arrangement even exists, and that's the way the government likes it.
Not just L.A. but all of California has a bad name. There are even RUclips channels dedicated to talking trash about California with thousands of subscribers. I'm confused because California is such a beautiful state. Sorry to hear about your water issues. I get water from outside my grocery store they have filtered water a fill a 5 gallon jug for $2.50. I don't know much about the water sheds but I know the land was changed so much. Thanks for watching have a great day 👍
You found some of Californias Gold... some areas were even better 100 years ago
I did. I bet 100 years ago way more wildlife healthier forest and rivers I can imagine.
Is there any
🐻 Bear's or mountain 🦁 lion
I have seen a bear once yes. I have never seen a mountain lion. It's possible that there is mountain lions tho. But this particular part of the river is very busy with human activity so to be honest most wild animals stay away.
@@RunningwaterPDP thanks bud looks awesome 😎👍
@@efeG24 you're welcome check it out if you can 🌎✌️
I discovered a lot of small rivers around my neighborhood once I started riding a bicycle….
That's awesome, it's funny that you mentioned a bicycle I've been thinking of getting one and doing some mountain biking.
Where’s this East fork place,,,how do I get to it…
@@tongalizia3175very simple check out this video for directions enjoy ruclips.net/video/qvpFQQ0jNDY/видео.htmlsi=KFeqoVGsTeadxSeb
Nice hike
Honestly it was my first time I was amazed. I totally recommend it. Thanks for watching.
Is there restrooms!?
There are some the nearest restrooms from this spot is the restrooms at oaks picnic area and at the trail head for the bridge to nowhere
The water is freezing !
It is bro 💯
I wondrr what it look like after the 1 dsy storm that just passed us in Cali...
It probably cleared some of the temp dams. I wish I could go check but I'm tied up.
How do I get here from Sunland Tujunga any driving directions
@@Marie-e9u7g ruclips.net/video/qvpFQQ0jNDY/видео.html the exact directions how to get to this spot. It's a long hike 4 hours maybe. just do the first part the water is amazing. You'll love it it. Enjoy.
so how do you get there?
I uploaded a video with the directions on how to get to this spot exactly.
@@RunningwaterPDP Ty I will take a look
@@kai6424 your welcome enjoy go early parking runs out by 9am (weekends)
@@RunningwaterPDP What month do you recommend going when the river full?
@@kai6424 if we get plenty of water in the winter the river stays full pretty much the entire summer. I believe I recorded this last year in June before the summer crowds arrived.
Where do you get the pass and what kinds of fish are there?
I personally get it at 944 N Azusa Ave, Azusa, CA 91702 it's a liquor store that's the address. It's located before going up the mountain on N Azuza Ave (hwy 39) I've seen the Santa Ana sucker, trout and spotted dace.
Y favorite spot was those kids diving in the rest of the river to shallow it's nice though
It is nice man. Such a nice river.
Good thing it takes some hiking to get to, otherwise it would be filled with diapers and trash.
Unfortunately for the San Gabriel mountains, they tower over L.A. metro with a population of 12 million people. The poorest and least educated people visit the river, coupled with the forest service not providing adequate service for the amount of visitors the mountain receives is a recipe for disaster. Seeing natural areas get trashed can cause anger I get it. However as you can see in the video, the San Gabriel mountains are still a wonderful place to visit. 👌
It is filled with trash and diapers.
@@phillipswain4942 that's because it gets filled from the illegal immigrants with their children exploring places in California just look at Santa Monica Beach
How recently is this
3weeks ago, first week of August.
@footloose3872 man thats solid i went to wikiup off the crest for some cliff diving jumps. You think theres still water there
@@chuco wikiup I've never heard of that. Yes the place has plenty of water still check out if you can it's still hot and the water is fresh and cool 👌
@footloose3872 next year lets go out there shoot a video. Im down.
@@chuco heck yeah bro I'm down too. with another person the videos are better 👌 just let me know brother 🤝✌️
Does the river have water all year? Just saw the one small fish?
Yeah it does all year round your good to go.
We should enjoy the river but we also need to pack out what we take in
Yes if everyone followed that simple rule it would make a difference. Pack it in pack it out 👌
How do you pack out spray painted rocks?
This is what I needed
Glad I could help 👍
Bet that beautiful water’s cold
It is quite chilling but you get use to it after awhile.
Where is it located
In the San Gabriel mountains east fork Southern California. I have a video with the exact directions to this location 👌
What is this music?
@@israelgabriel1989 to be honest it just meditation music I found on RUclips random