Rattlesnake Canyon - RC3331

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Rattlesnake Canyon or RC3331 is a popular overland route that takes you into the San Bernardino Mountains from Old Women Springs Road in Johnson Valley California. Known for its amazing views and rich history, this popular easy to intermediate off-road trail will leave you wanting to come back. Whil... Read More
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Highlights of Rattlesnake Canyon - RC3331

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Camping Category Icon Camping
Desert Category Icon Desert
Forest Category Icon Forest
Ghost Town Category Icon Ghost Town
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Mud Category Icon Mud
Overland Category Icon Overland
Rock Category Icon Rock
Sand Category Icon Sand
Scenic Category Icon Scenic
Snow Wheeling Category Icon Snow Wheeling
Wash Category Icon Wash
Water Category Icon Water
Highest Elevation
5748 ft
Shape of Trail
Connector
Typically Open
Year Round
Best Direction
South
Official Trail Name
2N69Y, 2N70Y, RC3331
Nearest Town
Big Bear City
Nearest Services
Big Bear City
Management Agency
Bureau of Land Management
District
Barstow Field Office

Overview

Rattlesnake Canyon or RC3331 is a popular overland route that takes you into the San Bernardino Mountains from Old Women Springs Road in Johnson Valley California. Known for its amazing views and rich history, this popular easy to intermediate off-road trail will leave you wanting to come back. While on the route, expect easily navigable rocky areas, mud, soft sand, Joshua Trees, amazing views, flowing springs, and great memories. Near Orange and Los Angeles County, this trail sees a lot of people looking for the ultimate escape from the city life. Come out and see why this is one of the most popular offroad adventures in the San Bernardino Mountain Range.

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7 Waypoints
23 Trail Photos
3 Trail Concerns
50 Community Reviews
1 Video
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