Bridge to Nowhere

Jessica A

Yes! This was an amazing hike. If you can do it, definitely try the bungee jumping 😜

Ravi Dhungel

This is an amazing hike. All you walk through is the canyons or bank of streams, it’s good to see the water, floras and faunas while hiking. Downside is parking, just park wherever you find the spot - walking is worth. Will teach you bit about history too when you reach the bridge. When you pass the bridge, it’s really scary cliff you have to pass to get into the bottom of the bridge.

Zan Lee

This may be one of my favorite hikes in Los Angeles. Took us 6 hours total with 30 minutes of those spent exploring and resting at the bridge, and we weren’t in a rush at all. However when I parked there was a homeless person (an older man living out of his truck and a tent on the trail) there screaming at another hiker who just parked telling him he was “going to kill him” which scared the hiker from proceeding so he started to leave and as the hiker did so the man next yelled that “hoped that he got in a head on collision with his car on the way down” as he left and tossed his walking crutch at the windshield of his car. That being said I’m from LA so that sadly didn’t phase me, I’m used to crazy people, so we still decided to continue on the hike. Sadly I saw at least six different homeless camps set up on the West side of the river which were covered in trash, open fires being used (not allowed), and we even saw a man openly going to the bathroom. Aside from that the hike is very fun but a bit challenging at times due to the fact that there are many ways to go and recent rockslides have caused the established trail to be impassible. First time going on this trail will most likely be the slowest because it’s hard to move quickly when you’re not sure exactly where you’re going. It is not a difficult hike aside from the cold water crossings, a little bit of rock scrambling at points, but mainly the distance and heat are the real challenge being it’s 10.5 miles total. That being said making it to the bridge is totally worth it, the bridge is really something special to see and all the rock pools beneath the bridge are deeper than 5 feet in parts and would be amazing in warmer months. Alltrails really has this place covered in terms of landmarks and which route to go. However make sure to download the map because there is no service on the trail or in the parking lot. Just try to stick to the east side of the river as much as possible, bring water, trekking poles, waterproof boots or shoes, a hat, and don’t let the Deliverance-type locals get you and you will be fine. Enjoy!

Austin Greathouse

This hike is intensely beautiful. As long as you follow the river, it's practically impossible to get lost coming in or out. It helps having a guide to get you to the bridge efficiently. The river was a blessing in disguise for a hot day and the sites were worth marvel. This is absolutely a great family in the park or weekend camping getaway with the friends kind of place. Bring plenty of water and maybe some trekking poles and you'll be all set! Totally recommend bungie jumping on weekends too! It's an experience not to be missed!