Recreation Region: Lytle Creek - Cajon Pass Recreation Area

Chaparral Neighborhood Trail 6W03

This trail can be easily walked in 15 minutes; you may want to take longer however to enjoy its features and setting.

The trail weaves through a pine plantation planted in the 1960's, native chaparral of the canyon floor, and near the Starke Forest planted in 1935. Interpretive brochure is available at the Lytle Creek Ranger Station or by clicking on this link.

Current Conditions

This area is home to a diversity of wildlife. Visitors need to be mindful of wildlife that may cause harm such as, see list below.
Never approach, antagonize, or attempt to feed any wildlife: Rattle Snakes, Bears, Mountain Lions, Bobcats, Mule Deer

Specific Trail Information

Trail Number

6W03

Trail Type

Standard/Terra Trail — A trail that has a surface consisting predominantly of the ground and that is designed and managed to accommodate use on that surface.

General Information

10 Essentials for Backpacking and Hiking

No fees are associated with this trail.

Dogs MUST be on a leash not longer than six feet, or otherwise under physical restrictive control [36 CFR 261.16(j)]. Read more info about pet ethics.

Address: 1209 Lytle Creek Road Lytle Creek, CA 92358
Phone: (909) 382-2851
Hours: Wednesday-Sunday from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, Monday & Tuesday Closed

Getting There

Trailhead/Starting Points

This trail begins at the Penny Pines plantation at the eastern edge of the Lytle Creek Ranger Station parking lot.

Directions

Located on Lytle Creek Road north of Interstate 15, use Sierra Exit. Once on Lytle Creek Road, travel about 4.5 miles, then the Station will be on your right-hand side

Latitude 34.234496

Longitude -117.480057

Elevation 2720

Distance .8 miles

Difficulty Easy