Devil's Chair & View of Devil's Punchbowl

Devil's Punchbowl View from Devil's Chair

Hike Breakdown:

Level: Moderate

Distance: 7.5 miles

Elevation Gain: 594 feet

Parking: Adventure/Interagency Pass

This hike is located in the San Gabriels and in Angeles National Forest. I was very surprised with this hike because I didn't think it was going to be much of a workout but it was! I had the opportunity to do this hike with my favorite people and it was definitely an enjoyable experience. It was a fairly hot day, in the 80s and the hike was intermittently shaded. Trails are well defined and the hike has many wonderful views of Devil's Punchbowl by the ranger station. There is also a loop if you wanted to do a really short hike. I'm definitely coming back during fall/winter time for this hike. I can imagine how beautiful it would be with all the snow.

 This sign is posted a few miles before you hit the chair.

There were 180 views of Devil's Punchbowl before the start of the hike.

 Start at Burkhart Trail that eventually splits to the main trail.

No clue what kind of insect that is

The trail is surrounded by many colorful plants.

No shade here...and not for awhile.

Drop Off

Amazing Views

Path is coming apart

What a view! No Dee, not talking about you!

Lol no idea what Kwan is doing here

"Epic Selfie"

Inclines close to the top

The path down to the "chair"

View of the Devil's Punchbowl

Chantry Flats To Sturtevant Falls

Hello! I haven't blogged in a long time and kind of wanted to go back to doing so. I am a California native and love to explore what has and hasn't been seen. I try to make everything I do or wherever I go an adventure. I hope you enjoy my food and travels as much as I do! Anyway, I figured since hiking is one of my favorite hobbies, I'd start off with a well known and lovable hike which is Chantry Flats to the beautiful 50 feet waterfall located near Sierra Madre, California. This hike is part of Angeles National Forest, and Angeles NF is one of the best places to hike in Los Angeles. There is so much to explore and see! I have done this hike a few times, and I still love it every time. I think it's a really good hike for beginners who want something a bit more challenging but not moderate challenging...then again my standards might be high! If you are fit, you will have no problem doing this hike. Someone who is out of shape might find it challenging because of some of the gradual incline this hike has. The start of this trail also lead into other hikes that I will later mention. This trail can also get busy during weekends so either get there really early to get good parking or hike during a weekday. Also, I have seen many people with their dogs so it's pretty dog friendly.

Hike Breakdown:
Level: Easy to Moderate
Distance Roundtrip: 3.7 miles
Parking: Adventure Pass/Recreation Day Parking Pass required everyday except the following holidays which are free: Martin Luther King Jr. Day, President's Day weekend, and Veterans Day. Can be purchased at Big 5 stores or pack station near the parking lot.