Heartbreak Ridge

Tucked into the rugged east side of Big Bear in Southern California, 2N61Y, better known as Heartbreak Ridge, is a remote, challenging 4x4 trail in the San Bernardino National Forest. It’s a trail for drivers who want a true backcountry challenge away from the busier, more popular routes in the area.

Heartbreak Ridge is technical and demanding, with jagged rock gardens, tight canyon squeezes, and off-camber shelf-road sections that require careful tire placement and steady focus. Along the way, you’ll catch wide mountain views and pass scattered remnants of old mining activity that add a gritty, historic feel to the drive.