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California
7.3 mi
Distance
2,656 ft
Gain
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What we do know
Inside San Bernardino National Forest
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Why you'll love it
Black Mountain
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Black Mountain offers a moderately challenging 7.33-mile round trip with 2,656 feet of elevation gain, making it an excellent choice for hikers seeking a rewarding summit experience. The trail climbs steadily through chaparral and oak woodland terrain typical of California's coastal ranges, culminating at a scenic ridgeline vantage point. This hike provides strong views of the surrounding landscape and is popular for its accessible yet substantial workout.
Seven Pines
~6 min drive
Steep 2.4-mile forest climb with nearly 1,000 ft elevation gain.
Marion Mountain
~7 min drive
Steep 3-mile climb with 1,660 ft gain through chaparral woodland.
Caramba
~14 min drive
Moderate 8.65-mile day hike with gentle elevation gain in Caramba.
Deer Springs
~11 min drive
Easy 2-mile trail with 509 ft gain near Deer Springs, California.
Webster
~10 min drive
Accessible 5-mile foothill hike with gentle elevation gain near Webster.
South Ridge
~15 min drive
Moderate 8.2-mile ridgeline hike with 2,974 ft elevation gain.
Suicide Rock
~12 min drive
Easy 1.4-mile climb to a scenic rock outcrop with mountain views.
Climbers
~13 min drive
Steep 3-mile climb with 924 ft elevation gain.
South Fork
~16 min drive
Moderate 8.92-mile foothill hike with 2,516 ft elevation gain.
Skunk Cabbage
~14 min drive
Easy 1.21-mile wetland walk featuring skunk cabbage plants.
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