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John Bull Loop

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 3.0 (5)
  1. Areas
  2. CA
  3. …Southern California
  4. …San Bernadino National Forest
  5. Big Bear Lake
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“A technical test with scenic views. ”

Leslie Kehmeier
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14.8

Miles

23.8

KM

0%

Singletrack

8,119' 2,475 m

High

6,822' 2,079 m

Low

1,368' 417 m

Up

1,376' 419 m

Down

4%

Avg Grade (2°)

19%

Max Grade (11°)

Dogs Unknown

E-Bikes Allowed

Overview

This ride offers great views and lots of technical challenges. You'll be riding through the historic Holcomb Valley, with interpretive areas available to stop and learn.

Description

This loop starts at the bottom of Van Dusen Canyon Road (3N09) and climbs to Holcomb Valley Road (3N16). Turn left at the intersection and then right on Harvey Mine Road (3N43). Follow the route clockwise, staying right at any intersections. This part of the ride is a quite rough 4×4 road that offers many technical challenges.

Contacts

Land Manager: USFS - San Bernardino National Forest Office

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Leslie Kehmeier
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  3.0 from 5 votes

#2

in Big Bear Lake

#3931

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#2

in Big Bear Lake

#490

in California

#3,931

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Short but steep downhill section at the end of "Dont Shoot Me" trail
Oct 22, 2020 near Big Bea…, CA
PCT trailhead from fire road
Oct 22, 2020 near Big Bea…, CA
On top of John Bull and looking South-East at San Gorgonio Mountain.
Jul 19, 2020 near Big Bea…, CA
Downhill on John Bull, looking at Big Bear Ski resort and San Gorgonio mountain in the far distance.
Jul 19, 2020 near Big Bea…, CA
Heading down John Bull and looking north into the desert.
Jul 19, 2020 near Big Bea…, CA
Techy section along Harvey Mine Rd
Jan 9, 2018 near Big Bea…, CA

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Jul 18, 2020
Peps Braun
The trail has a lot of deep sand. Be prepared for the occasional hike-a-bike. Many jeeps coming up and blocking your downhill. 15.4mi — 3h 05m

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