Trail Overview
BLM SV2627 travels over fine, loose sand that can become more difficult when wet. The trail is narrow with considerable overgrown vegetation, although pinstriping can generally be avoided with careful driving. The route cuts through several hills before connecting with a longer trail, with ruts remaining around 4–5 inches deep.
The trail offers excellent views of the surrounding hills, mountain ranges, and Sawtooth Hills. Camping is abundant, with more than 10 level campsites throughout the route accommodating approximately six to 10 vehicles each.
Difficulty
This trail is rated Level 2 because of its loose sandy surface, narrow terrain, overgrown vegetation, and 4–5-inch ruts. There are no significant technical obstacles under normal dry conditions.
History
The BLM lands around Sawtooth Canyon reflect the long history of California’s Mojave Desert, where Indigenous peoples traveled and lived for thousands of years before miners, ranchers, and settlers arrived in the 1800s. The surrounding desert also contains remnants of the region’s mining and homesteading era, while its rugged volcanic rock formations preserve a much older geologic history.