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Eaton Canyon Falls is one of Pasadena’s best kept secrets. This pet friendly hike has to be seen to be believed. 

Here's your plan for a hidden autumn waterfall hike in Pasadena:
Pet-friendly hike to Eaton Canyon Falls, enjoy the natural pool and changing fall colors

Hidden Autumn Waterfall Hike in Pasadena 🍁

Start your adventure at Eaton Canyon Trail Head in Pasadena, ready for a moderate, pet-friendly hike surrounded by autumn beauty.

Waterfall Hike

✅ Before you go
• Eaton Canyon Falls is a Moderate level trail. Proper shoes and clothes will go a long way.
• This trail is kid and pet friendly (leash required for the pets, optional for the kids). 🐶 

💪 Pro tips
• This waterfall is beautiful and gaining popularity, so start earlier in the day for less foot traffic. 
• The first half of the trail is exposed so bring plenty of sunscreen and bottled water! 

Ready, Set, Hike!

At Eaton Canyon Falls, enjoy a scenic hike leading to refreshing waterfall dips and a picturesque lunch spot in a natural setting.

Waterfall Hiking

✅ Before you go
• Treat yourself! It’s common for those who reach the top to pack a light lunch and a blanket for a highly aesthetic, no reservation lunch in L.A. 

💪 Pro tips
• There’s several creek crossings as well as the falls. Bring an extra pair of socks to help avoid a soggy trek home. 

Get Your Feet Wet in a Natural Waterfall

Visit the Eaton Canyon Nature Center to learn about local wildlife, borrow walking sticks, and refresh before your hike.

Wildlife Education

✅ Before you go
• Welcome center hours vary depending on the season and available daylight. From Nov 1 until Feb 28, hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. 

💪 Pro tips
• Stop before you hit the trail to fill your water bottle, use the restroom and even borrow a walking stick! 

Learn Something New at the Information Center 

me and a few of my besties headed to Eaton Canyon Falls in Pasadena,

This moderate 3.5 mile hike is beautiful. With fall being in full swing,

the cooler temperatures are so nice. About halfway up

the path opens to reveal this bubbling creek straight out of a storybook.

The kids and pets on the trail get pretty excited about it.

This trail is breathtaking. Fall leaves floating downstream.

Look at how pretty and clear this water is.

This time of year, the creek is relatively low and the falls aren't too heavy.

I ended up taking a dip in the natural pool at the bottom but it was pretty cold,

so I hopped out but not before snapping a few selfies.

The walk back from the falls is almost more picturesque.

We were able to really appreciate the changing colors of the season

day literally hit the water different. Before heading home,

we made a quick stop at the welcome center at the trailhead where

you can learn about the wildlife that lives in and around the area.

My friends wanted to see the California king snakes,

the best. Eaton Canyon Falls is the coolest hike you'll take this season.

Eat a delicious meal at new restaurant Lucia with Afro Carribean twists on food and drinks 

Here's your plan for enjoying Afro Caribbean-inspired eats and drinks at Lucia in Beverly Grove

Afro Carribean bites at Lucia 🐚

Dine at Lucia in Beverly Grove for Afro-Caribbean-inspired cuisine and vibrant vibes. Must-try saltfish croquettes and Trini mac pie!

Afro Caribbean Dining

✅ Before you go
• make a res in advance, this spot books up quick: 
http://resy.com/link?venue_id=87329

💪 Pro tips
• you won’t regret getting the saltfish croquettes, trini mac pie and spring salad

Eat at Lucia

This video is a little unhinged because we came here for a birthday dinner,

but we ordered almost everything off the menu and I wanted to share with you guys.

I think because they're a new restaurant,

But the saltfish croquettes were so bomb.

I've never tried saltfish before and I loved it.

I'd honestly come here just for that and the Trini Mac pie.

The meats were tender and falling off the bone.

The salad might have been one of my favorites as well.

Take a zen hike on the Betty B Dearing Mountain Trail and end up in a peaceful clearing 

Here's your plan for a peaceful, moderate-to-hard hike with wildflowers, valley views, a swing, and creek

Peaceful rainforest hike with a swing 🌳

Take a moderate to hard, dog-friendly hike on the Betty B Dearing Mountain Trail in Studio City, and relax by a swing in a peaceful forest clearing.

Hiking trail

✅ Before you go
• I started from the trailhead on Fryman Rd but it was a very long hike from there to the forest part

https://maps.app.goo.gl/cvWGWF4cHSeodUUQA?g_st=com.google.maps.preview.copy

• I would start here instead for a 5 mile hike:

https://maps.app.goo.gl/JdP8Zr5VfrrB5Sj86?g_st=com.google.maps.preview.copy

• here is the AllTrails link: 
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/california/betty-b-dearing-mountain-trail?sh=2lsmfd&utm_medium=trail_share&utm_source=alltrails_virality

💪 Pro tips
• bring lots of water and sunscreen! 
• dog friendly 
• moderate to hard hike


Betty B Dearing Mountain Trail

I went on the cutest dog friendly hike this weekend and had the most peaceful time.

I took my dog Granola with me and we started the hike off strong.

The hike was moderate to hard depending on where you started from,

I stumbled upon a swing and a little creek,

and it was the cutest clearing to spend some solo time.

I would highly recommend this hike in Studio City.

Pull up, pick a vinyl, and romanticize your morning  while enjoying a cup of coffee! 

Here's your plan for sipping coffee, spinning vinyl, exploring Melrose vibes, and working in cozy calm

Sip, Work, & Spin Vinyl 🎧☕️

Cozy up at Established Today in Melrose with specialty coffee or matcha while spinning vinyl from your favorite artists—a perfect spot to relax or get work done.

Coffee & Vinyl Listening

✅ Before you go
• street parking only, usually plenty in the neighborhoods surrounding 
• If you don’t see it on the menu, just ask the barista for some help! 


Listen to your favorite artist and sip a coffee or matcha 

I checked out the coolest coffee shop in Melrose for the first time,

I asked the barista to surprise me based on what I like,

and they made me a Spanish latte with cold foam.

Might be the best cold foam I've ever had,

calming and just perfect for getting work done and just chilling.

And my absolute favorite part were these records that we got to listen to and

I love that they had all of our favorite artists. It’s giving cozy, creative energy.

Definitely the kind of place to romanticize your weekend.

Take a day trip to Santa Barbara for shopping and wine tasting 

Here's your plan for enjoying shrimp tacos, shopping State Street, grabbing coffee, and wine tasting in Santa Barbara

Coastal day trip to Santa Barbara 🛍️🍤🌊

Grab flavorful shrimp tacos and margaritas at Augie's in Santa Barbara—no reservation needed. A delicious spot to kick off your day exploring Lower State.

Tacos at Augie’s

💪 Pro tips
• the margaritas are delicious 
• no res needed

Explore State Street’s charming shops, including Urban Flea Market for unique thrifted clothes and decor. Perfect for strolling, browsing boutiques, and discovering local finds.

Thrift & Boutique Shopping

💪 Pro tips
• it’s so fun just wandering the shops on State Street! Plenty of thrift shops and ice cream shops to browse 
• Urban Flea Market is a great thrift store with clothes and decor, perfect for groups! 

Shopping on State Street 

Grab freshly brewed coffee or pick up a bag of beans at CAJÉ Coffee Roasters, a cozy spot for a caffeine boost while exploring Santa Barbara.

Coffee break

💪 Pro tips
• they sell bags of beans as well! 

Coffee at Caje Coffee 

Enjoy a delightful estate wine tasting at Pali Wine Co, with live music and a welcoming garden. Try natural and organic wines in Santa Barbara’s vibrant Funk Zone.

Wine tasting

✅ Before you go
• check the schedule for live music 

💪 Pro tips
• estate tasting was delicious
• they also have a fresh tasting with only organic and natural wines 
• it’s a great place to start at if you want to check out the rest of the Funk Zone 

Tasting at Pali Wine Co

Here's everything I ate and did in a day in Santa Barbara.

I started off at Augie’s with some shrimp tacos.

Then we checked out all the shops on State Street.

We walked into a few pottery shops with the cutest home decor finds.

And then we stopped by my favorite thrift shop,

Then I needed a little pick me up and stop to get some coffee

before heading over to Pali Wine Co where we did an estate tasting.