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Big Bear, California, USA

John Bull 4x4 Trail

Climb difficult boulder fields to camp spots with views above 8,000 feet

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Difficulty: Difficult
Length: 10.2 miles / 16.4 km
Duration: Half day
Family Friendly • Dog Friendly
 
Overview: Considered the toughest trail in the Big Bear area. The tough part is fairly short. Hike a short distance for views of Lucerne Valley. Forest Adventure Pass required if you stop to recreate. For latest information on this trail, contact the Big Bear Ranger Station and Discovery Center of the San Bernardino National Forest at (909) 382-2790.

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Difficult. Large boulders and steep climbs. Lockers and very high ground clearance required. Not for stock SUVs.

This trail is one of 75 trails from the book, Guide to Southern California Backroads & 4-Wheel Drive Trails, by Charles Wells, and is available at www.funtreks.com.


Tips: Make sure you have an up-to-date Adventure Pass if you stop along the way. Can be combined with Dishpan Springs 4x4 Trail and John Bull Trail (both available as eGuides from FunTreks).

Trail conditions can change without notice. FunTreks, Inc. and its owner and employees are not responsible for injury, death, or vehicle damage as a result of using this guide. The content of this guide is the property of FunTreks, Inc. and is made available to the user pursuant to EveryTrail’s Terms of Service (http://www.everytrail.com/tos.php).

Points of Interest

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Start Here

Google mapping directions will get you to this point. Head north on Forest Road 3N02.
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Left on 3N10

As you head west on 3N10, the road gradually get more difficult.
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Official Starting Point of John Bull Trail

You'll reach a clearing where the difficult part begins.
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Views Through the Trees

You continue to climb though challenging boulder fields. Views through the trees on the right.
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High Point

You climb above 8,100 feet.
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Camp Spots with Views

Great camp spots through this area with views.
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Difficult Portion Ends

Sign marks the end of trail where difficult portion ends. Continue south on improving road.
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Left on 3N16

Connect with better Road 3N16 and head east back to point where you started.
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Holcomb Creek Campground

On left is Forest Service Holcomb Creek Campground.
Pictures in this guide taken by: FunTreks, FunTreks, Inc.

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