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Big Pine Flats
Saturday, September 21, 2024
| Other Names | Big Pine Flat Motorized Trail, Big Pine Flat Campground, San Berndardino National Forest, San Bernadino Mountains, Redonda Ridge OHV Trail, Malcolm Smith Trail, Wright Mine OHV Trail, Crab Flats Campground |
| Last Known Status | Temporarily Closed (due to Line Fire Closure Order) |
This area offers about 10 miles of designated OHV trails. The northern trailhead is located at Big Pine Flats Campground and the southern trailhead near Crab Flats Campground. The trail can be ridden in either direction but expect some long and steady climbs if coming from the south.
The main trail is mostly hard packed and rugged with narrow switchbacks. The trail ties into Forest Service Road 3N34/Crab Flats, which heads north-west and eventually connects to the Lake Arrowhead Trails.
Camping with direct trail access can be found at Big Pine Flats Campground, which has 19 sites on a first come, first serve basis. Each site comes with a picnic table, fire ring and can accommodate trailers up to 30 feet.
Another camping option is Crab Flats Campground, which has 28 sites that can accommodate vehicles up to 15 feet.
***ANNOUNCEMENTS***
* Temporary Closure
This area is temporarily closed due to the Line Fire Closure beginning September 20 through November 30, 2024. For more information call (909) 382-2790.
REGULATIONS
| Permit Required | Yes | CA OHMVR stickers required |
| Dates Open | Year-Round | CA OHMVR red sticker vehicles permitted from 10/1 to 4/30 |
| Other ATV Stickers Accepted | Yes | Residents of any state not listed must purchase a Nonresident OHV Use Permit. (AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DE, IA, ID, IN, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MT, ND, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, TX, UT, VT, WA, WI, WY) |
| Spark Arrestor | Yes | A spark arresting exhaust silencer or end cap is required for all vehicles. |
| Noise Limit | Yes (96 dB) | CA OHMVR noise limits apply (1985/older limit 101 dB, 1986/newer limit 96 dB) |
| Whip Flags | Not Required | |
| Maximum Vehicle Width | Yes (50 inches) | has entrance gate and narrow terrain |
 Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes | Permitted | CA OHMVR stickers required |
 ATVs | Permitted | CA OHMVR stickers required (maximum width 50 inches) |
 UTV & SXS | Permitted | CA OHMVR stickers required (maximum width 50 inches) |
 SUVs & Jeeps (registered) | Some Areas | permitted on designated forest service roads |
| Dune Buggy & Sand Rail 4x4 (unregistered) | Some Areas | CA OHMVR stickers required (maximum width 50 inches) permitted on designated forest service roads |
| 2 Stroke Engines | Certain Times | CA OHMVR restrictions apply |
| MX Helmet Required | Yes | helmets required by state law |
 Camping | Some Areas | (camp in developed sites only) |
 Campfires | Some Areas | (permitted in developed campsites only) |
| Night Riding | Unknown | |
| Trail Blazing | Prohibited | no trailblazing |
| Rule Enforcement |
TYPE OF AREA
| Area | Motorized Trails |
| Land | National Forest |
FEES & PASSES
| Parking | (None) |
| Entry | (None) |
| Riding | (None) |
| Camping | Yes Tent: $29.00 RV: $29.00 Addtl. Vehicle: $8.00 Big Pine Flat Family Campground - $29/night. Crab Flats Campground - $27/night. Holiday Rate - $30/night |
| Comment | Checks under $50 not accepted. |
RATINGS
| Our Rating |  Good |
| Recommended Stay | Full Day |
| Comments | (Scroll Down For Rider Reviews & Comments) |
DRIVING DIRECTIONS
| Nearest City | Fawnskin, CA | ||
| From: Fawnskin, CA
1) Take Rim of the World Drive/3N14 north about 7 miles (road name will change to Coxey Road) 2) Campground entrance is on the left (west). |
OFFICIAL CONTACTS
| Contact Info | San Berndardino National Forest - Big Bear Discovery Center 41374 North Shore Drive, Highway 38 Fawnskin, CA 92333 (909) 382-2790 (909) 866-3437 mailroom_r5_san_bernardino@fs.fed.us www.fs.usda.gov |
| Contact Info | Enjoy the Mountain Off Road Adventures 29121 Hook Creek Road Cedar Glen, CA 92321 (844) 386-6691 info@enjoythemountain.com |
| Comment | Guided OHV tours and rentals. |
Big Pine Flats Trail Photo
Photo Submitted 8/6/2016 (Thanks!)
Big Pine Flats Trail Photo
Photo Submitted 3/8/2016 (Thanks!)
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TERRAIN
| Approx Size | 16,000 acres (25 sq mi) | |
| Miles Of Trail | 10 | |
| Climate Type | Forest | |
| Elevation | 5500 to 7000 ft. | |
| Trail Maintenance | Marked, Not Rated, Lightly Maintained | |
| Loose Dirt |  Little | |
| Hard Pack |  Mostly | |
| Sand |  None | |
| Mud | Little | |
| Dust | Little | |
| Rocks | Mostly | |
| Trees |  All | |
| Steep Hills |  Some | |
| Water Crossings |  Few | |
| Small Jumps | None | |
| Large Jumps | None | |
| Berms | None | |
| Sand/Gravel Pits | None | |
| Single Track | None | |
| Shade |  Many | |
| Ranges/Gunfire | Some | |
| Hazards | Few | (hazards assumed marked but use caution) |
 Novice | Little | |
 Amateur | Mostly | |
 Expert | Some |
GPS POINTS
KEY SERVICES
 Gasoline | 5-20 Miles (SE) | AM/PM (909) 866-1075 |
| Diesel | 5-20 Miles (SE) | AM/PM (909) 866-1075 |
 Water | On Site | Big Pine Flat and Crab Flats Campground (909) 382-2790 |
 RV Hookup | 5-20 Miles (SE) | Lighthouse Resort and Marina (909) 866-9464 |
 RV Disposal | 5-20 Miles (SE) | Lighthouse Resort and Marina (909) 866-9464 |
| Campground | On Site | Big Pine Flat and Crab Flats Campground (909) 382-2790 |
 Conv Store | 5-20 Miles (SE) | AM/PM (909) 866-1075 |
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