There have been many request for a harder trail run at MRV and this year Falken Tire is stepping up to help that happen with a Friday trip across the famous John Bull Trail
This trail run will be limited to 10 vehicles.
Trail may be changed based on interest, vehicles in attendance, or current conditions.
Line up by the stage at 9am for drivers Meeting
Coms TBD at drivers meeting
Trail Lead - Brandon - Falken Tire
1. @Missymac80
2. @jismay
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10. Tail Gunner -
Trail Information from Trails Offroad
This is a must do off-road trail when in Southern California. Often used as the proving grounds prior to a trip to the Rubicon, while attempting to conquer this extreme 4x4 trail, you can expect large boulders over 36 inches big, loose rocks that love to do body damage, and big trees that seem to jump out of nowhere and kiss your vehicle. Be warned though, this trail will put man and machine to the test. So if you are in Southern California and looking for an amazing yet challenging trail, look no further then this difficult trail, 3N10 - John Bull Trail in Big Bear's Holcomb Valley settling in San Bernardino's National Forest.
Commonly referred to as the mini Rubicon Trail, John Bull is one of the most difficult trails in the San Bernardino Forest trail system. Large boulders, tight turns, and small squeezes between trees are just some of the obstacles you will encounter. Once you arrive at the infamous "Gate Keeper" you will start crawling your way up boulder fields with rocks the size of small cars. Mixed with loose dirt, traction is minimal and ground clearance is your friend. Short wheelbase vehicles tend to fair better, but a properly armored SUV or pickup truck can make it though without many hang ups. There is no right or wrong way to run the trail, but most run it west to east. There are a few areas where it would be tricky to get by a group of vehicles that are going the opposite way.
Stay the trail, people are leaving the trail which will result in the trail being closed. Also, respect the historic items out there. Make sure the rocks you find or logs laying around are not tools or cabins of the old mining days. Many of the items have been destroyed recently.
Difficulty: 5-8
(MODERATE - DIFFICULT)
Length: 4.4 miles
Highest Elevation: 8200 feet
Duration: About 6 hours
Shape of Trail: Connector
Best Direction to Travel: West
Nearest Town: Big Bear City
Nearest Town w/ Services: Big Bear City
Official Road Name: 3N10
Management Agency: San Bernardino Forest Service
This trail run will be limited to 10 vehicles.
Trail may be changed based on interest, vehicles in attendance, or current conditions.
Line up by the stage at 9am for drivers Meeting
Coms TBD at drivers meeting
Trail Lead - Brandon - Falken Tire
1. @Missymac80
2. @jismay
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10. Tail Gunner -
Trail Information from Trails Offroad
This is a must do off-road trail when in Southern California. Often used as the proving grounds prior to a trip to the Rubicon, while attempting to conquer this extreme 4x4 trail, you can expect large boulders over 36 inches big, loose rocks that love to do body damage, and big trees that seem to jump out of nowhere and kiss your vehicle. Be warned though, this trail will put man and machine to the test. So if you are in Southern California and looking for an amazing yet challenging trail, look no further then this difficult trail, 3N10 - John Bull Trail in Big Bear's Holcomb Valley settling in San Bernardino's National Forest.
Commonly referred to as the mini Rubicon Trail, John Bull is one of the most difficult trails in the San Bernardino Forest trail system. Large boulders, tight turns, and small squeezes between trees are just some of the obstacles you will encounter. Once you arrive at the infamous "Gate Keeper" you will start crawling your way up boulder fields with rocks the size of small cars. Mixed with loose dirt, traction is minimal and ground clearance is your friend. Short wheelbase vehicles tend to fair better, but a properly armored SUV or pickup truck can make it though without many hang ups. There is no right or wrong way to run the trail, but most run it west to east. There are a few areas where it would be tricky to get by a group of vehicles that are going the opposite way.
Stay the trail, people are leaving the trail which will result in the trail being closed. Also, respect the historic items out there. Make sure the rocks you find or logs laying around are not tools or cabins of the old mining days. Many of the items have been destroyed recently.
Difficulty: 5-8
(MODERATE - DIFFICULT)
Length: 4.4 miles
Highest Elevation: 8200 feet
Duration: About 6 hours
Shape of Trail: Connector
Best Direction to Travel: West
Nearest Town: Big Bear City
Nearest Town w/ Services: Big Bear City
Official Road Name: 3N10
Management Agency: San Bernardino Forest Service
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