Guidebook
NO. 632 OLD SHORT CUT - This is California's first ranger station, built in 1900 by Louie Newcomb and Phillip Begue, early Forest Service men. The cabin took its name from the 'Short Cut Canyon Trail,' as the cabin was one of the main stopping points on this trail.
Location
Angeles National Forest, Chilao Visitor's Center, Angeles Crest Hwy (State Hwy 2), 27 mi E of La Canada
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Notes
The cabin is located just behind the Chilao Visitor's Center.
NO. 632 OLD SHORT CUT - California's First Ranger Station
NO. 632 OLD SHORT CUT - California's First Ranger Station
NO. 632 OLD SHORT CUT - California's First Ranger Station, interior
NO. 632 OLD SHORT CUT - Angeles National Forest, Chilao
NO. 632 OLD SHORT CUT - Angeles Crest Hwy