Trails leave the Tramway (8615 feet.) for Round Valley, elevation gain 600 feet. San Jacinto Peak, elevation gain 2300 feet; and the National Forest Wilderness (closest point is Willow Creek crossing), elevation descent 900 feet. Contact the Mount San Jacinto State Park for more information.
Latitude 33° 50′ 13.9704″ N
Longitude 116° 36′ 51.1992″ W
Along the stream watch for dippers, yellow warblers, red-breasted sapsuckers, raccoons, two-striped garter snakes, quail, rainbow trout, brown trout, and signs of deer.
Fishing information: California Department of Fish and Wildlife plants rainbow trout twice per month spring through fall from confluence downstream along Seven Oaks Road, Southfork from junction with main Santa Ana River upstream from highway through cabin area. Remote mountain streams, some pools; pine forests in gentle terrain, snow in winter.
Latitude 34° 10′ 35.1372″ N
Longitude 116° 50′ 27.8880″ W
California Department of Fish and Game plants rainbow trout twice per month in spring, upstream from crossing. Small mountain creek, little water during drought periods, tributary to Deep Creek NW of Big Bear Lake; steep, forested on south side with willows and sage lining the banks.
Directions: From Lucerne Valley, at junction Hwy's 18-247; take Hwy 18 S, go 21 mi. to Big Bear City at junction Hwy 38. Take Hwy 38 W, go 8 mi. to Fawnskin. From Fawnskin go N on USFS Rd. 3N14 4.5 mi. to Holcomb Creek crossing. USFS Rd. 3N08 (Holcomb Creek Rd.) follows creek north.
Latitude 34° 18′ 0.9972″ N
Longitude 116° 58′ 55.8876″ W
These remote camping sites offer isolated scenic locations ideal for tent and car camping or a relaxing picnic far from the crowds. Other than a pit for campfires, these sites do NOT contain the amenities found at developed campgrounds. There is no water, no picnic tables, no restrooms nearby, and no trash containers. Please pack it in – pack it out! All sites are first-come, first-served.
Campfire permits are required for any type of fire use – campfires, charcoal BBQ’s, or stoves. Campfires may not be allowed certain times of the year. See Current Conditions below or call the Lytle Creek Ranger Station (909-382-2851).
Sites 14 and 16 offer easy access to the well-known Pacific Crest Trail that stretches from the Mexican border up to Canada.
Yellow Post Sites are reached via forest roads 3N06 and 3N33, or 3N31. Please refer to the Yellow-post site map available by clicking on this link or for free at the Lytle Creek Ranger Station.
High-clearance vehicles are recommended for reaching all sites. Four-wheel drive vehicles may also be required.
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This road runs approx a mile and a half from Banff OHV Road 2N28Y to Crab Flats OHV Road 3N34
Latitude 34° 16′ 38.3628″ N
Longitude 117° 9′ 38.1600″ W
Offers snow play on private land in the Big Bear valley.Alpine slide is located at 800 Wildrose Lane in the City of Big Bear Lake.
For more information call Alpine Slide at Magic Mountain at (909) 866-4626 or visit their website at: www.alpineslidebigbear.com
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Latitude 34° 14′ 17.9196″ N
Longitude 116° 55′ 15.6900″ W
This OHV road is 1.75 miles long and runs from the junction of Crab Flats Road 3N34 to end of the road at Deep Creek. Motorcycle OHV Trail 2W01 begins at end of this road.
Latitude 34° 17′ 35.3004″ N
Longitude 117° 8′ 43.1304″ W
This road travels 11.8 miles from the Cedar Springs Dam at Lake Silverwood to State Highway 173 just north of Lake Arrowhead.
Important Note: Non-street legal vehicles must exit 2N33 onto 3W14 just prior to waste treatment plant before State Highway 173. 3W14 is limited to vehicles less than 50" wide. Non-street legal vehicles greater than 50" wide cannot continue beyond this point.
Latitude 34° 18′ 18.5112″ N
Longitude 117° 18′ 35.1432″ W
Located on State Highway 138 east of State Highway 173(part of the Rim of the World Scenic Byway). This new paved overlook (built 2008) offers view of Lake Silverwood State Recreation Area and Pilot Rock ridge. Open all year
Latitude 34° 17′ 48.9984″ N
Longitude 117° 20′ 15.2304″ W
California Department of Fish and Wildlife – Deer Management Program
California's deer herds are a valuable resource to both hunters and non-hunters alike. Deer can be seen throughout most of California providing enjoyment for many outdoor enthusiasts. For future generations to experience the benefits that come from having healthy, viable deer herds throughout the state, proper management is essential.
The Deer Management Program is composed of branch and field biologists who work together coordinating programs throughout the state. The Deer Management Program, its activities, and staff are largely supported by hunters through the purchase of hunting licenses and deer tags. Biologists develop hunting regulations, provide expertise on habitat and population assessments, compile harvest information, conduct and direct research needs, monitor and estimate populations and respond to various public inquiries related to deer in California. Biologists also work to coordinate joint projects with outside agencies, universities and private entities.
In 1976 A Plan for California Deer was developed to respond to the decline in deer numbers resulting from the loss and degradation of quality deer habitat. With the growing human population in California and continuing loss of quality deer habitats, biologists have realized the goal to restore deer herd numbers to those in the1960s is unlikely and unrealistic. Biologists are currently developing a more realistic approach through a Strategic Plan for California Deer in order to more effectively manage deer herds given the existing and anticipated changes to California's environment.
In addition, important deer habitats are identified through statewide surveys and investigations conducted throughout the year. Based on these investigations, the data are used for analysis of local and statewide land-use planning efforts, as well as providing recommendations to the Lands Committee for possible land acquisition through the Wildlife Conservation Board.
(Courtesy of the California Department of Fish and Wildlife)
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San Bernardino Mountains Deer Zone 11 General Information
San Bernardino Mountains Deer Hunt Zone 11 PDF Map
California Department of Fish and Wildlife Deer Program
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