Hike-in Required
No
Open Year-round
Yes
ADA accessible
No
Guided tours
No
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The Haramokngna American Indian Cultural Center is located at Red Box Saddle, off Angeles Crest Highway (CA-2), within Angeles National Forest. It is a popular rest spot for travelers along the Gabrielino National Recreation Trail, a trail whose name comes from the Native people who were relocated to the San Gabriel Mission. 

At the cultural center, visitors can learn about the five Native tribes of the San Gabriel Mountains. These tribes include the Tongva, Tataviam, Chumash, Kitanemuk, and Serrano.

The center is open on the weekends from 10:00am - 6:00pm. 

FOOD AND WATER

This is a popular rest stop for hikers, runners and bikers who can usually find potable water from a spigot located in front of the cultural center. Some snacks and beverages are available for purchase on the weekends when the center is open. 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Haramonkngna American Indian Cultural Center: http://haramokngna.org/

Red Box Picnic Area: https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/angeles/recarea/?recid=41980

Angeles National Forest:  https://www.fs.usda.gov/angeles

Gabrielino National Recreation Trail: https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/angeles/recarea/?recid=42008

Logistics + Planning

Preferable season(s)

Spring
Fall
Summer

Congestion

Moderate

Parking Pass

Adventure Pass required

Pros

Cultural Center. Native Tribal Education. Exhibits.

Cons

Limited hours of operation.

Pets allowed

Allowed with Restrictions

Features

Vault toilet
Historically significant
Wildlife
Family friendly
Potable water
Big vistas
Native artifacts

Location

Nearby Lodging + Camping

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