Van Dusen Creek

Tucked deep in the heart of the San Bernardino National Forest, 3N07, Van Dusen Creek, is the kind of gem that turns a casual trip into a full-on adventure. This dirt road winds through towering pine forests and wide-open alpine meadows, delivering panoramic views and crisp mountain air that instantly hits reset on your soul. Just minutes from Big Bear, it’s a backcountry escape that feels miles from civilization, quiet, untouched, and absolutely stunning. But the real magic? It’s what waits at the end. Climbers Camp is a peaceful, pine-shaded haven that leads straight to the legendary Coyote Crag, a dramatic granite wall known across Southern California for epic climbs and surreal scenery. Pair that with expansive dispersed camping, golden hour light pouring through the trees and glissading off the grass-filled valley, and a connection to the thrilling 3N07A - The Squeeze, and you’ve got a trail that doesn’t just impress, it leaves a lasting mark. If you’re searching for that one spot that delivers beauty, adventure, and total escape, this is it.