We decided to try parking at the new place, and it worked out well. Drivers must remember to make a right instead of going straight into Mike's place. A couple hundred yards on the left, and you're at the new parking area / campground, which seems to have lots of activity in preparation for campers. When you pay your $10 pp you receive a detailed receipt with your payment info and car info. On aby dllou2 - Deep Creek Hot Springs, Apple Valley, California
The drive out 173 from Lake Arrowhead is quick and easy, but watch out on the curves and narrow places. We parked the car at 10:15, loaded up snacks and water, sandals (for creek walking) and lightweight towels, and headed up the Bradford Ridge Path/Trail. With temps in the low 50s, it was comfortable and very sunny. Even this time of year, with the sun low, sunscreen is a good idea. The hikeby dllou2 - Deep Creek Hot Springs, Apple Valley, California
Excellent visit! Perfect fall weather. Full trip report will follow soon.by dllou2 - Deep Creek Hot Springs, Apple Valley, California
Thank you! Heading to the trail in about an hour.by dllou2 - Deep Creek Hot Springs, Apple Valley, California
Thank you - I hadn't figured out the search thing but now I have. We may not see anyone at all this time of year on a weekday hike, but the info we've read here will prove to be quite helpful. Finding that important left turn on the hike out is key. Now, if I could just figure out which pool is which before going there.by dllou2 - Deep Creek Hot Springs, Apple Valley, California
Nobody on this forum hikes Bradfrod Ridge Trail to get to DCHS?by dllou2 - Deep Creek Hot Springs, Apple Valley, California
We're planning to go soon via Bradford Ridge, Our first time to DCHS. Any major concerns using that trail? Parking on 173 safe?by dllou2 - Deep Creek Hot Springs, Apple Valley, California