2N13B - Butler Peak

4.8/5 (14 reviews)
Fawnskin, California (San Bernardino County)
Last Updated: 05/05/2023

Trail Information

Highlights

Not just another off-road trail, Butler Peak - 2N13B recently reopened after a forest fire ravaged the area. The trail has been closed for roughly 9 years and has been hiding one of the best views in all of the San Bernardino National Forest. This easy offroad trail takes you up to the fire lookout tower of Butler Peak which upon arriving at the top you have the opportunity to see as far as the eye can see in every direction. You can easily see Calico Mountains to the north, Big Bear Lake to the east, Riverside and Orange County to the south, and Lake Arrowhead and Mountain High to the west. To try and describe the beauty of the view is impossible, thus make plans and enjoy the stunning scenic views of Butler Peak Fire Tower.

Trail Difficulty and Assessment

Trail Navigation

Trail Reviews

4.8/5 (14)
Official Crew
121550
Open
Visited: 05/05/2023

Trails are officially open https://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/fseprd1095216.pdf
Official Crew
78800
Temporary Closure
Visited: 04/10/2023

Here is a trip report with a picture. You’re welcome , Josh. 🤣
Official Crew
121550
Temporary Closure
Visited: 03/18/2023

The forest service has deemed the San Bernardino Forest unsafe for public off-roaders to use until June 30th. For more information on this: https://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/fseprd1095216.pdf If you disagree with the complete forest closure, please call (909) 382-2682 and ask to speak to the head ranger. You can also contact the head office in Washington,DC, and voice your concern there. (202) 912-7055 Another person you could contact your senator and express your feeling - (949) 598-5850 (Alex Padilla) or (202) 224-3121 (DC switch board) If you are unhappy with this at all, please make sure you sign up for the local off-road collations (Cal4wheel, and Corva). Feel free to reach out to them and ask what you can do. Cal4Wheel - (916) 381-8300 CORVA - 916-710-1950
Official Crew
121550
Seasonal Closure
Rated 5/5
Visited: 11/14/2022
Difficulty Accuracy: Spot On

Trail will be closed now they have snow
Official Crew
121550
Open
Rated 5/5
Visited: 09/06/2022
Difficulty Accuracy: Spot On

Not sure what is going on. I was up there on Sat and the gate was open as it was the week before. But quickly after the review stated the gate was closed. Not sure what changed or if temporary. But if you go, best call the discovery center first.

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