Trail Overview

Bailey Canyon is a scenic trail running through the San Bernardino National Forest. There are views of Silverwood Lake, canyons full of trees, and the city near the south end of the trail. The trail is mainly dirt but turns to rock in some areas. Creek crossings are also possible at certain times of the year. This trail can be relatively easy but may be challenging during or just after the wet seasons. There are sections with deep ruts, downed trees, and rocks that came down from the hillside next to the trail. There are also overgrown bushes and trees that cover the majority of the trail areas and will cause pinstriping. There are no bypasses so scratches to vehicles are unavoidable. Cell service is patchy, mainly in the middle of the trail, so downloading maps ahead of time is recommended.

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Difficulty

You will come across deep ruts, downed trees, and overgrown greenery making this trail harder at certain times of the year.

Technical Rating

Chris 88

May 30, 2026

Open

Ben

May 28, 2026

Open

Took this trail from the south off of Palm. A few gas stations off of the 215fwy before Palm runs into the trail. Beautiful trail with great views and some large water puddles along the way. Plenty of room to air up/down and either end of the trail. Took about 2 hours.

Matt R

May 24, 2026

Open

A bit rocky at times but trails were nice for the most part

Daniel Garcia

Apr 18, 2026

Open

Trail was great. Normal for the most part. Some challenges in the trail. Definitely will need 4x4 in some areas.

Dave A

Apr 12, 2026

Open

Nice gatekeeper at the start (south end) that nearly caught us. Took the wrong line and nearly flipped on our side the ruts were so deep! Third try we got through. After that it was an easy trail. Narrow in places and rocky in parts but nothing hectic. Was hoping for snow but we just got most and rain. Camper the night and left this morning out the north side.

Heather S

Mar 15, 2026

Open

Trail was in good condition. Two sections that were pretty rutted but still easy. Always a good trail for a scenic ride.

Ian Ta

Mar 01, 2026

Open

Only 2 areas that are pretty rutted out. Overall not too bad.

Jett Muhlhauser

Feb 26, 2026

Open

Took my 4Runner on the trail. When I almost made it to the peak there was a stretch of 1ft ice on the ground. Tried pushing my way through but then lost all traction and started slipping off the edge. The only thing that saved me from falling off the edge was a tree that my rear end hit. Got super lucky. I recommend not going after a major storm and checking conditions before proceeding.

Christopher Landon

Nov 08, 2025

Open

I did this trail in my 2006 ford econoline, I am 2wd with a locker but I did not have to use the locker at any point in the trail, my van is just about 11.5 feet tall, I did make it through but I got some pinstripes, the trail itself is not narrow but the trees and branches make the trail super low and narrow in some spots overall pretty easy, there were only a couple of small rocky areas. took me about 2.5 hours to do.

Kyle Wong

Aug 30, 2025

Open

Trail is in good condition. Passed by a few SXS and ATVs. had to maneuver a bit to get across if there wasn't a turnout. Some of the brush gets thicker on the side closer to the 138. Large vehicles not recommended. My GX got some trail lines, so anything wider will definitely kiss some of the brush. Overall its mostly a dirt/fire trail. no too difficult. just a bit narrow

Joel W

Jul 28, 2025

Open

Trail was in good condition and fallen trees had been pulled aside. Easy for stock Bronco Two door on 33’s. I was the only person on the trail which was great as this is a narrow canyon trail.

Albert S

Jul 20, 2025

Open

Narrow at some points with a long drop. My Silverado 1500 did fit through with a foot or so to spare before going off the edge.

SprayPaint Stewart

Jun 21, 2025

Open

Big Papí

May 31, 2025

Open

The trail is open as of 05/31/25 no obstructions. Very easy trail great for beginners. Some nice turn offs to have lunch or just chill. 10/10.

Nao H

May 28, 2025

Open

I entered from University Heights/south entry. There was a truck obstructing the road. No one inside. Signs of recovery. It reminded me what can happen. I had to turn around. On the way back, I met a police officer coming to check the situation. I hope this obstruction will be removed soon.