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California
1.4 mi
Distance
333 ft
Gain
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What we do know
Inside San Bernardino National Forest
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No access route mapped
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Why you'll love it
Ponderosa Vista Nature Trail
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Ponderosa Vista Nature Trail is a short, accessible loop through California's iconic ponderosa pine forest, offering peaceful woodland scenery and interpretive opportunities. The gentle elevation gain makes this an ideal trail for families and those seeking a leisurely nature walk with minimal exertion. This trail showcases the natural beauty of the ponderosa ecosystem while providing excellent opportunities for wildlife observation and forest education.
Forsee Basin
~2 min drive
Moderate 9.25-mile alpine hike with 2,473 ft elevation gain to scenic basin.
Jenks Lake
~3 min drive
Scenic alpine lake hike with steady climbing through forest to mountain views.
Rio Monte
~3 min drive
Moderate 4.6-mile foothill hike with gentle elevation gain near Rio Monte.
Momyer Creek
~4 min drive
Moderate creek-side hike with steady elevation gain and scenic water features.
Pirates
~7 min drive
Easy 1.48-mile trail with 260 ft gain near Pirates, California.
South Fork
~5 min drive
Steep 5.4-mile alpine climb with 3,561 ft elevation gain.
Lost Creek
~7 min drive
Moderate 9.44-mile creek-side hike with 2,567 ft elevation gain.
Towne Trail
~9 min drive
Easy 2.2-mile trail with gentle elevation gain, perfect for beginners.
Seven Oaks
~6 min drive
Moderate 4.35-mile foothill hike through oak woodlands with 417 ft elevation gain.
Falls Creek
~7 min drive
Moderate creek-side hike with waterfall views and steady elevation gain.
