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California
6.1 mi
Distance
7,780 ft
Gain
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What we do know
Inside San Bernardino National Forest
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Why you'll love it
Clark's Ranch
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Clark's Ranch is a challenging high-elevation trail that gains nearly 7,800 feet over 6 miles, making it one of California's most strenuous shorter routes. This expert-level hike features sustained steep climbing through varied terrain, rewarding hikers with significant elevation gain and expansive views. The trail's intense elevation profile demands excellent fitness and acclimatization for the high-altitude environment.
Siberia Creek
~4 min drive
Expert alpine trek with 7,378 ft gain; remote, exposed, and weather-dependent.
Plantation
~6 min drive
Easy 1.84-mile loop with 310 ft gain near Plantation.
Seven Oaks
~7 min drive
Moderate 4.35-mile foothill hike through oak woodlands with 417 ft elevation gain.
Forsee Basin
~9 min drive
Moderate 9.25-mile alpine hike with 2,473 ft elevation gain to scenic basin.
Castle Rock
~7 min drive
Steep 2.5-mile climb to rocky summit with expansive views.
Alder Creek
~8 min drive
Easy creek-side walk through woodland with gentle elevation gain.
Momyer Creek
~10 min drive
Moderate creek-side hike with steady elevation gain and scenic water features.
Whispering Pines
~8 min drive
Easy forest walk through pines with gentle elevation gain.
Pine Knot
~9 min drive
Moderate 5-mile forest hike with 1,000 ft gain near Big Bear Lake area.
Oak Glen Divide
~13 min drive
Strenuous 13-mile ridgeline hike with 4,067 ft elevation gain.
