YOU CAN REGISTER FOR THIS RUN WHEN YOU PURCHASE YOU RR26 TICKET

Trail Leaders:

Adam Spiker 951-207-2095  spiker.adam@gmail.com

Tim Cummings 760-578-5020  Tim@viciousfishes.biz

Meeting Time: 9:00  Departure 9:10

Meeting Place: Staging Area (get location at RR check in)

Trail Overview

We’ll be making a loop of easy forest roads through beautiful evergreens, combining Holcomb Creek Road (3N08), Coxey Road (3N14), and Holcomb Valley (3N16). This is an EASY trail.

The Trails: Holcomb Creek Road (3N08)

A great trail for the new off-roaders in the forest near Big Bear. The trail provides plenty of dense forest scenery and some easy-to-moderate 4x4 challenges. The most notable obstacle on the trail is a rocky hill climb on the east end of the trail. 

Photo of Holcomb Creek - 3N08:

The Trails: Coxey Road (3N14)

A long Forest Service connector route running from the north side of Big Bear Lake near Fawnskin all the way northwest to Lucerne Valley, where it terminates at Bowen Ranch Road. Starting near the lakeside forest communities, the road climbs through dense pine stands, passing access points for Hanna Flat Campground, YMCA Camp Whittle, and Big Pine Flats Campground. As it continues northwest, the route transitions away from the heavier recreation corridor and becomes more remote, eventually descending out of the higher-elevation forest toward the high desert. The northwestern end feels noticeably more isolated, with wider open terrain, fewer developed facilities, and access to desert-facing spur routes. Surface conditions vary from well-graded forest road near Fawnskin to rougher, washboard, and occasionally rutted sections farther out. Typically suitable for high-clearance 2WD in dry conditions, though snow, monsoon runoff, or washouts can increase difficulty.

Photos of Coxey Road - 3N14:

The Trails: Holcomb Valley Road (3N16)

Holcomb Valley Road (3N16) offers a scenic drive through pine forests, historic mining sites, and desert terrain. The dirt route includes rocky patches, mild grades, and varied landscapes. Highlights include a mountain pass, amazing meadow homestead, and a stunning Baldwin Lake overlook. Limited cell service;

OnX Map

Difficulty

The trail is mostly EASY with some rocky sections, mild ruts, and uneven grades. The western portion is smoother and more forested, while the eastern side becomes a bit rougher with fallen rocks, steeper edges, and weathered segments. Occasional mud and loose terrain may require attention, especially during spring time. Also keep an eye on intersections to stay on this road.

History

This trail is in the historic gold country of San Bernardino National Forest that was once thriving with activity during the gold rush of the 1860's.

Description using ONX Offroad