3N06A Cold Water Canyon

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4.8/5 (33 reviews)
Lytle Creek, California (San Bernardino County)
Last Updated: 04/13/2023

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Highlights

3N06A Cold Water Canyon, in the San Bernardino National Forest, is one of a dozen trails in the Lytle Creek system. This trail is a short spur off of 3N06 Stockton Flats, the main trail in the north fork of Lytle Creek. A major attraction to the area is the location of 19 Yellow Post camping sites, three of which are on this trail. Travel to this area is no more than 2 hours from anywhere in Southern California, and yet, with a properly equipped 4wd vehicle, you can make your camping experience as remote as you like. Prepare yourself for every forest creature you can imagine, and remember, this is their home. Cold Water Canyon is suitable for the newbie 4-wheeler but tough enough for all to enjoy. Pack your picnic lunch or camping gear and enjoy this trail.


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Trail Reviews

4.8/5 (33)
Open
Rated 5/5
Visited: 09/23/2023
Difficulty Accuracy: Spot On

Really cool trail that will test you and your 4x4 , a couple spots have some deep ruts and I would def recommend a skid plate , came in very handy and hit multiple times on my trd off road Tacoma no lift stock tires but did make it and the view and the campsite is worth it
Trail Review: 3N06A Cold Water Canyon - Adam Spencer
Trail Review: 3N06A Cold Water Canyon - Adam Spencer
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Open
Rated 5/5
Visited: 08/12/2023
Difficulty Accuracy: Spot On

The trail is open and it's about as difficult as it's always been. Unfortunately people are already starting to leave their trash and beer bottles all around the camp areas.
Open
Rated 5/5
Visited: 08/06/2023
Difficulty Accuracy: Spot On

The trial just reopened. It has a lot of ruts
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Temporary Closure
Visited: 04/13/2023

The road is temporarily closed. If you would like to read more about the closure: https://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/sbnf/conditions/?cid=FSEPRD538928
Open
Rated 5/5
Visited: 02/23/2023
Difficulty Accuracy: Spot On

Easy untilll creek crossing. Beautiful. Lots of primitive camping at top. Stopped at gate because I didn’t feel like turning around on a snow covered shelf road.
Trail Review: 3N06A Cold Water Canyon - Andrew Baxter
Trail Review: 3N06A Cold Water Canyon - Andrew Baxter
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