Canyon Dig It?

Between the San Gabriel and Santa Ana mountains lie the less-travelled Puente Hills: 3,680 acres of chaparral, oak woodland, riparian habitats, and diverse hiking trails in canyons. Here are 3 canyon hikes worth the trifecta. Of course you canyon!

Week: 04.21.2016
Regions: Southern CA

Turnbull, Trekkin', Temple

Hiking in Turnbull Canyon in Los Angeles

Some hikes are like a highlight reel: they feature all of the good stuff quickly. Turnbull Canyon near the town of Whittier in LA County is the centerpiece of the Puente Hills Preserve, and home to a 4.5-mile loop trail that rises to phenomenal views. The hike begins on Turnbull
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Spring Hiking Beaches Wine Country in Monterey

It’s okay—go on, be greedy. Ask for everything in your next getaway. Monterey County has it all! Awesome outdoors, magnificent coastal scenery, and seasonal sensations like wildflowers. Then there’s the sea-to-spoon and farm-to-table cuisine, and a wine country making its mark on
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Worsham Wow Factor

Hiking Worsham Canyon in Puente Hills Los Angeles

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Extreme makeovers aren’t just for homes or celebrities. Garbage dumps are finally getting their time to shine too! Hikers may find it surprising that much of the available natural space in Puente Hills is due to the existence of a 500-foot-high, 700-acre- wide landfill that’s in
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Powder Room

Powder Canyon hike in Los Angeles

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Between the cities of La Habra Heights and Rowland Heights lies a truly hidden gem offering a hiking experience of pure solitude and big views. Powder Canyon is home to a 5-mile loop trail with nearly 1,000 feet in elevation gain. The Powder Canyon Trail starts at the trailhead n
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