Trail Overview
This sand and gravel route departs Highway 395 running parallel to railroad tracks through terrain lined with diverse desert brush including creosote bushes, smoke trees, and other flora. Nice views showcase surrounding mountains including Galileo Hill, Saddleback Mountain, and Red Mountain creating multiple landmarks. The last half mile crosses private property where keeping your speed down to avoid dust becomes mandatory out of respect for landowners. Washboards and uneven surfaces appear throughout creating bumpy sections.
Difficulty
Sand and gravel surface provides decent traction without extreme challenges. Those washboards and uneven surfaces create jarring ride but nothing technically demanding. The railroad tracks provide navigation reference running alongside. Main consideration is respecting that private property in the last half mile by reducing speed to minimize dust, both courteous and potentially required. Any vehicle with basic clearance handles this while respecting the speed reduction on private land.