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Learn more about 11S03 Lusardi Truck Trail
11S03 Lusardi Truck Trail

11S03 Lusardi Truck Trail

11S03 Lusardi Truck Trail is an 11.6-mile out-and-back trail rated 3 of 10 located within the Cleveland National Forest, Trabuco Ranger District. Lusardi Truck Trail ascends the Carney Canyon between the Black Butte (west) and…
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Total Miles
5.9
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Winter
Learn more about 11S04 Black Mountain
11S04 Black Mountain

11S04 Black Mountain

11S04 Black Mountain is a 10.8-mile out-and-back located in the Cleveland National Forest, Palomar Ranger District. This is a limited-use trail restricted to street-legal vehicles. The trail is rated 3 of 10 but has the…
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Total Miles
5.5
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about 15S05 La Posta Truck Trail
15S05 La Posta Truck Trail

15S05 La Posta Truck Trail

15S05 La Posta Truck Trail is a 7.6-mile point-to-point trail rated 3 of 10 located within the Cleveland National Forest, Descanso Ranger District. This trail is usually run in conjunction with Fred Canyon to create…
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Total Miles
7.6
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about 15S18 Sheephead Mountain Road
15S18 Sheephead Mountain Road

15S18 Sheephead Mountain Road

15S18 Sheephead Mountain Road is a 4.6-mile out-and-back trail rated 3 of 10 located within the Cleveland National Forest, Descanso Ranger District. The trail to the top is a full 6.8 miles, but due to…
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Total Miles
6.9
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about 16E08 Las Chiches
16E08 Las Chiches

16E08 Las Chiches

Las Chiches is a short trail rated as difficult because of its steep inclines. There are incredible views as you traverse the ridge line in La Panza Range within Los Padres National Forest. The trail…
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Total Miles
2.9
Tech Rating
5 Moderate
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about 16S08 Fred Canyon Road
16S08 Fred Canyon Road

16S08 Fred Canyon Road

16S08 Fred Canyon Road is a 6.1-mile point-to-point trail rated 3 of 10 located within the Cleveland National Forest, Descanso Ranger District. This trail is usually run in conjunction with Fred Canyon to create a…
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Total Miles
6.1
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Winter
Learn more about 1N09 City Creek Trail
1N09 City Creek Trail

1N09 City Creek Trail

A long overland trail with plenty of recreational activities such as site-specific shooting areas, yellow post campsites and creek crossings. This is a well-maintained dirt road with some minor ruts, rocks and shallow creek crossings.…
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Total Miles
22.2
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about 24W09.24
24W09.24

24W09.24

This is apart of Ballinger OHV. Considered desert highlands that has junipers, pinyon pines and scrub brush. Trail 24 (24W09.24) is the main trail that ranges between sandy and hard pack and potentially muddy sections.…
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Total Miles
6.1
Tech Rating
5 Moderate
Best Time
Spring, Fall, Winter
Learn more about 2N40 Cloudland Truck Trail
2N40 Cloudland Truck Trail

2N40 Cloudland Truck Trail

A short, but beautiful trail with great views of San Bernardino and the mountains beyond. It is doable in 2WD during dry conditions, but 4WD may be required when wet. Closures can occur during winter…
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Total Miles
6.7
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about 3N06A Cold Water Canyon
3N06A Cold Water Canyon

3N06A Cold Water Canyon

A very fun trail, nestled in the canyons off Lytle Creek Road. The trail starts easy, then becomes moderate-difficult as you ascend deeper into the mountains. There are spectacular views throughout the trail, and as…
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Total Miles
2.6
Tech Rating
5 Moderate
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about 3N07A - The Squeeze Trail
3N07A - The Squeeze Trail

3N07A - The Squeeze Trail

The Squeeze Trail (3N07A) is a 1.4-mile trail that winds its way in between 3N32 Union Flat and 3N07 Van Dusen Creek. It is comprised of many tight turns around large rocks and trees, rocky…
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Total Miles
1.3
Tech Rating
5 Moderate
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about 3N26
3N26

3N26

Trail head starts on Angeles Crest Highway at the Vincent Gap Turnout. It is a very short trail that leads to a locked gate at Jackson Flat Camping Area. The scenery during this trail consists…
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Total Miles
0.9
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about 3N267 Fenner Saddle (4N12)
3N267 Fenner Saddle (4N12)

3N267 Fenner Saddle (4N12)

The trail starts at the third quarter into marked trail 3N26. There is shade for more than half of the trail from mature tree and a hillside for the majority of the trail. During certain…
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Total Miles
3.8
Tech Rating
8 Difficult
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about 3N69 Gold Mountain
3N69 Gold Mountain

3N69 Gold Mountain

A great Jeep trail filled with rock obstacles that vary in size from small to large. A technically challenging trail that's perfect for all rigs with 4x4 and high clearance. Any stock 4x4 can complete…
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Total Miles
4.5
Tech Rating
7 Difficult
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about 3S04 Main Divide to Santiago Peak
3S04 Main Divide to Santiago Peak

3S04 Main Divide to Santiago Peak

The Main Divide is composed of 3 sections, all of which are easy going trails that can be done with any high clearance 4x4 or a low clearance AWD vehicle with care. This trail offers…
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Total Miles
4.9
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about 3S151 Crowley Lake Trail
3S151 Crowley Lake Trail

3S151 Crowley Lake Trail

A scenic trail that winds it way from the North of Crowley Lake down towards the South-East section of the lake. This trail has side spurs to approach and park on the beaches of Crowley…
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Total Miles
6.8
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about 3S151 Side Spur Trail To Beach
3S151 Side Spur Trail To Beach

3S151 Side Spur Trail To Beach

A quick drive off the main trail to reach the beach and park on the shoreline. From there you can enjoy the beach and hike to see the beautiful Crowley Columns scattered throughout Crowley Lake…
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Total Miles
0.5
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about 4000 Foot Road
4000 Foot Road

4000 Foot Road

This trail is mainly dirt with shallow creek crossings. After rainfall or snow, rocks and downed trees may be potential obstacles as are deep ruts. This trail can be very easy during dry seasons as…
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Total Miles
2.1
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about 4N11
4N11

4N11

The trail starts as a well-maintained road (Big Rock Creek) from the west, or Angeles Crest if starting from the east. It is a short trail, but is very scenic and has creek crossings during…
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Total Miles
2.0
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about 4x4 Trona Pinnacles Playground Scenic Tour
4x4 Trona Pinnacles Playground Scenic Tour

4x4 Trona Pinnacles Playground Scenic Tour

4x4 is recommended for this outer trail through the Trona Pinnacles National Conservation Area. Some of the trail is hard-packed mixed with a few rock shelves and some sandy wash crossings. There are many offshoot…
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Total Miles
3.0
Tech Rating
4 Moderate
Best Time
Winter, Fall, Spring
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