Seeking a refreshing hike in Southern California where you can escape the heat on a hot SoCal day? We’ve found the perfect trail surrounded by towering trees, plenty of shade, and picturesque scenery that will leave you feeling refreshed. Clocking in at a little over three miles, this is also a trail that’s short enough and fairly easy enough for almost anyone to enjoy. Want to experience this trail for yourself? Here are all the details:
Located in the San Bernardino National Forest you’ll find one of our favorite trails that is perfect for a hot SoCal day. Its lush greenery and abundance of trees provide the perfect amount of shade during the hot summer months so it’s one hike you can enjoy all summer long.
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googlemaps The Dogwood Trailhead can be found in Lake Arrowhead, CA 92352.
Although Lake Arrowhead is known for its lakefront view, this dreamy mountain destination is also a spectacular place for a hike in the forest.
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And Dogwood Campground Loop is one of our favorites. Only 3.3 miles long, this short and easy trail is one hike the whole family will enjoy.
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Its refreshing forested setting and winding path through the woods will completely enchant you.
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Time your visit just right and you may have this entire trail all to yourself. Early mornings are always a great time to head out on the trail for a hike without a lot of traffic.
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Even in the heat of summer you’ll stay nice and cool on the Dogwood Campground Loop. It’s the perfect place to be on a hot SoCal day.
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If you’d like to check out this trail for yourself, you can find the Dogwood Campground Loop near Lake Arrowhead by following this link on Google Maps.
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The Dogwood Trailhead can be found in Lake Arrowhead, CA 92352.
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Do you have a favorite hiking trail in Southern California that offers a nice shady setting for a hot summer day? We’d love to know so please share in the comments.
Looking for more great trails to check out this summer? Here are 12 of the greatest hiking trails on earth and they’re all located right here in Southern California.
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