Angeles Crest Scenic Byway (Route 2)
Places to Visit

  • Angeles National Forest

    Angeles National Forest (CA)

    The Angeles National Forest was established by Executive Order in December of 1892. It covers over 650,000 acres and is the backyard playground to the huge metropolitan area of Los Angeles.

    Distance from byway: On the byway
    Directions:

    In Los Angeles and San Bernadino Counties

  • Chilao Visitor's Center

    Chilao Visitor's Center (CA)

    Located at the halfway point of the byway, the visitor`s center features information ranging from Native Americans to the importance of forests. Nature trails and birdwatching are popular activities here.

    Distance from byway: On the byway
    Directions:

    The Chilao Visitor Center is located on the byway, about 27 miles north of La Canada (off Interstate 210).

  • Grassy Hollow Visitor Center

    Grassy Hollow Visitor Center (CA)

    Grassy Hollow Visitor Center is located on Highway 2, 6 miles west of the town of Wrightwood, CA. Exhibits tell the story of this rugged, wind-swept area.

    Distance from byway: On the byway
    Directions:

    On Highway 2, just six miles west of the town of Wrightwood.

  • La Canada

    La Canada (CA)

    La Canada, located on the south end of the byway, offers many services for the traveler.

    Distance from byway: On the byway
    Directions:

    The south end of the byway, just north of Los Angeles

  • Mount Wilson Observatory (CA)

    This famous astronomical research facility is the place where important revolutions in science have occurred.

    Distance from byway: On the byway
    Directions:

    Follow the Angeles Crest Highway from La Canada for 14 miles to Red Box Road; turn right, and go another 5 miles to the Observatory gate.

  • Wrightwood (CA)

    This resort town, only a few miles east of the east end of the byway, offers a unique village appeal and many visitor services.

    Distance from byway: On the byway
    Directions:

    Just east of the San Bernadino County line.