| Alt Names |
Lake Arrowhead, San Bernadino National Forest, Pinnacles OHV Area, Willow Creek Jeep Trail |
Tucked away behind a wooded residential area, this park offers several miles of smooth and fast trails, a large staging area with newer facilities and great scenery. Trails are marked and rated but not very challenging. The staging area does not offer direct shade but amenities include loading ramps, BBQ grills, picnic tables, vault toilets and a beginners loop trail. An Adventure Pass is required here which can be purchased at nearby ranger stations and stores. Overnight camping is allowed as long as an Adventure Pass is displayed. |
| Nearest City |
Lake Arrowhead, CA |
| GPS Coordinates |
N 34º 18.015' W 117º 12.300' |
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From: Lake Arrowhead, CA
1) Take Grass Valley Rd. north about 4 miles
2) Turn left (west) at stop sign onto Hwy 173, continue 1.4 miles
3) Turn right onto FS-3N34 (look for a sign for Pinnacles Staging Area), continue .3 miles
4) Turn right into staging area
*Note: If coming south from Hesperia via Arrowhead Lake Rd., Hwy 173 east eventually turns into a 5 mile dirt road that is very narrow & steep (RVs not recommended). This road will lead to the Pinnacles staging area. |
| Land Type |
National Forest |
| Pros |
trails are well maintained, nice staging area |
| Cons |
no direct shade in the staging area, not enough trails, area not easily accessible |
| Rating |
 Very Good
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| Recommended Stay |
1-2 Days
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| Square Miles |
3 |
| Miles Of Trail |
5 |
| Climate Type |
Forest |
| Elevation |
4500 to 4800 ft. |
| Trail Maintenance |
Marked, Rated, Heavily Maintained, |
| Loose Dirt |
 Little |
| Hard Pack |
 Mostly |
| Sand |
 None |
| Mud |
Little |
| Dust |
Little |
| Rocks |
Little |
| Trees |
 Many |
| Steep Hills |
 Few |
| Water Crossings |
None |
| Small Jumps |
Few |
| Large Jumps |
None |
| Berms |
 Some |
| Sand/Gravel Pits |
None |
| Single Track |
None |
| Roads |
Few |
| Intersections |
Some |
| Rider Traffic |
Few |
| Shade |
Some |
| Ranges/Gunfire |
None |
| Hazards |
None |
| Novice Terrain |
Some |
| Amateur Terrain |
Mostly |
| Expert Terrain |
Little |
| Legal |
Yes |
| Permit Required |
Yes |
| Seasonal |
No |
| Dates Open |
Year-Round |
| Spark Arrestor |
Yes |
| Noise Limit |
Yes (96 dB) |
| Night Riding |
Unknown |
| Flags |
Not Required |
| Two Strokes |
Certain Times |
| Cross Country |
Prohibited |
| ATVs |
No Restriction |
| 4x4s (registered) |
Some Areas |
| Unregistered Cars/4x4s/Buggies |
Some Areas |
| Bicycles |
No Restriction |
| Hiking |
No Restriction |
| Horseback |
No Restriction |
| Camping |
No Restriction |
| Campfires |
Prohibited |
| Alcohol |
No Restriction |
| Fireworks |
Prohibited |
| Firearms |
Prohibited |
| Law Enforcement |
Few/Periodic |
| Parking Fee |
No ($0.00)
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| Entry Fee |
No ($0.00)
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| Riding Fee |
No ($0.00)
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| Camping Fee |
No ($0.00)
Must display Adventure Pass
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| Comment |
Adventure Pass must be bought prior to entry; $5.00 for daily or $30 for annual pass |
| First Aid |
5-20 Miles (SE) |
| Gasoline |
5-20 Miles (SE) |
| Diesel |
5-20 Miles (S) |
| Water |
5-20 Miles (S) |
| RV Hookup |
5-20 Miles (SW) |
| RV Disposal |
5-20 Miles (SW) |
| Campground |
5-20 Miles (SW) |
| Conv Store |
5-20 Miles (SE) |
| Swim Area |
5-20 Miles (S) |
| Water Body |
5-20 Miles (S) |
| Boat Ramp |
30+ Miles (SE) |
| Contact Info |
info@lakearrowhead.net
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| Contact Info |
Arrowhead Ranger Station
28104 Highway 18
Skyforest, CA 92385
(909)382-2782
www.fs.fed.us
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| Contact Info |
Big Bear Ranger Station
41397 North Shore Drive, Highway 38
Fawnskin, CA 92333
(909) 382-2790
www.fs.fed.us
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 N 34º 17.870' W 117º 12.024' Pinnacles Staging Area- N 34º 17.847' W 117º 12.112' Alt Staging Area
 N 34º 17.907' W 117º 12.195' Trail 3N06Y N 34º 17.599' W 117º 12.859' Trail 3W14- N 34º 17.446' W 117º 11.560' Trail 3W12
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| The one-way only trails make it safer when you want to pick up the speed. |
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| The trails wind through the trees and up and down small hills. |
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| When the trails get into the deep woods, the soft berms are a real blast. |
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| All trails are marked and rated, most are one-way loops. |
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| The main staging area has restrooms and a kiosk. |
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| The trails are not quite single track, but they are narrow and winding and smooth. |
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| This section of rocks is the exception, not the norm. |
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| There are two large lots like the one shown here for parking / staging. |
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| Typical trail markings show ratings for each vehicle type. |
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| This is a typical piece of trail for this area. |
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