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Summary: This hike includes breathtaking views of Old Boney Mountain as you leave Satwiwa cultural center area and a pleasant hike down into the steep Sycamore Canyon. The waterfall at the hikes half way point is this highlight. The waterfall is almost 100 foot high and consists of a number of cascades that tumble over shear rock when water flow is high enough. This is a rather spectacular and secluded area. There is a big flat topped boulder that you can sit on to have lunch and watch the waterfall. Watch out for the poison oak near the waterfall as the area is covered with it! The path shown on topo forms a loop that goes down Boney trail, then doubles back through sycamore canyon to hook up with the main fire road for a return to the parking area. Trailhead: From Highway 101/Ventura Freeway in Newbury Park, exit on Wendy Drive. Drive 2.5 miles south to Lynn Road and turn right. Continue a mile or so, then just past Reino road turn left into Rancho Sierra Vista/Satwiwa Park on the left side of the road. (Lat:34.15322 Lon:-118.96565) Trail Guides for Sycamore Canyon Falls: Day Hikes in Ventura County California by Robert Stone (Day Hike Books) Easy Hiking in Southern California by Ann Marie Brown (Foghorn Press) Best Seasons: Year-Round User Groups: Hikers, Bikes, Horses, Ranger Contact: Santa Monica Recreation Area - 805-370-2300 Localhikes Reporter: This hike was submitted by Jim Zuber, who has posted 104 other hikes on this site Trail Reviews Page 1 of 2 Submit your own review 
Reviewed by DH on 3/14/2010 Hiked this yesterday morning. Absolutely beautiful, especially after the recent rains. Another hiker said the falls were the best they've been in 10 years. This time of year everything is green and flowers are blooming. Only drawback of course where there is water you find mosquitoes...don't forget the repellent!
Reviewed by MW on 1/22/2009 Nice hike. Yes, there are mountain lions and snakes in the mountains. That is their natural habitat and all they have left. If you are hiking or mountain biking you should always respect and expect this and know what to do in such a situation. 
Reviewed by Tk on 1/17/2009 got scared saw snakes and mountain lion.. he was looking at my husband and I within 25 feet, only a few car lengths away. Very very scared! good luck and keep your eyes open!!
Reviewed by Pep.A on 11/14/2008 It was a really good hike sure i've been on it before because i'm still a kid and went thier for many field trips for school but me and my family took a different trail. Very cool i saw a good glimps of boney mountain and the waterfall had some water in it,but other than that it was awesome i would go agian!
Reviewed by SBS on 9/20/2008 GOod hike if you start going down a hill with asphault your on the wrong trail :) Really pretty hike with a few upward climbs, but worth it. Almost made it to the waterfall however there was a k9- explorer who gave me a ticket for having a dog on a state park trail??? Careful and read the signs, obviously a trap for dogs. Will go again without the dog next time!
Reviewed by MPS on 7/8/2008 its maybe a good hike, but the creeks are just too much to cross. we also ran into a fully grown rattlesnake
Reviewed by JimZ on 10/23/2005 I enjoyed leading a group of cub scouts down to Sycamore Falls and back. Although this hike has a cummulative 750 foot elevation gain, even our little tiger scouts made it without too much compaining. The misty fog added to the neat atmosphere in the deep dark grotto with the water trickling down the cascades. Great hike. 
Reviewed by TJ on 8/10/2005 The waterfalls are great but riding your bike down to the beach is the best!!!! Notice: Traveling in the backcountry can be hazardous. You are responsible for informing yourself about these hazards and taking necessary precautions. Information on this web site comes from volunteer reporters and may contain errors or omissions. A current guidebook and proper equipment are essential for safe enjoyment of the hikes posted on this site. Keys: California Hiking, California Trails, California Hikes, Ventura County Hiking, Ventura County Trails, Ventura County Hikes | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
