Off-Highway Trail Guide

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Off-Highway Vehicle Trail Information

Welcome to the Sequoia National Forest! Here is a guide to Off-Highway Vehicle (OHV) roads and trails on the Kern Plateau. Enjoy your stay and please help protect the resources of the area by staying on designated OHV roads and trails.

Be aware that all OHV trails are also utilized by hikers, mountain bikers and stock users.

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Off-Highway Road & Trail Directory

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RATTLESNAKE TRAIL (33E22) -

This trail parallels Rattlesnake Creek and is best suited for advanced riders due to its steep slopes and several creek crossings. (10 miles)

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RINCON TRAIL (33E23) -

Trail begins in the Upper Kern Canyon off Mtn. 99 at Ant Canyon. It parallels the Rincon Fault and Kern River drainage. The bridge over Salmon Creek has been removed. Cross the creek during low water ONLY. Best suited for advanced riders. (19.5 miles)

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SCHAEFFER TRAIL (33E24)-

Trail traverses through Schaeffer Meadow and ends at Stony Meadow. This trail connects with Trout Creek and North Meadow Trails providing some steep grades. Best suited for intermediate to advanced riders. (10 miles)

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NORTH MEADOW PASS TRAIL (33E27) -

Trail begins at Durwood Creek at 33E24, parallels north of Meadow Creek and ties into Sherman Pass 4WD Road. Suited for intermediate to advanced riders due to rocky terrain. (1.9 miles)

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TROUT CREEK TRAIL (33E28) -

This scenic trail starts at Corral Meadow and travels down the Trout Creek drainage to Boone Meadow Trail. Best suited for intermediate riders. (4.4 miles)

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CANNELL MEADOW TRAIL (33E32) -

From Big Meadow to Sherman Pass Vista, this trail offers a variety of scenic vistas and challenges for riders. Suited for intermediate to advanced riders. (6.7 miles)

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SHERMAN PASS 4-WHEEL DRIVE ROAD (33E48) -

This narrow, rocky, steep jeep road starts just north of Bonita Meadow off Road 22S41 and ends at Sherman Pass Road about six miles west of Vista Point. Difficult terrain, expert 4WD techniques required. Not suitable for long wheel base vehicles. (6.8 miles)

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BEACH TRAIL (34E01) -

From Sherman Pass Road to Osa Meadow, this trail offers a variety of challenges as it travels along the Bonita Creek drainage and crosses Rattlesnake Creek. Some steep, rocky grades. Best suited for intermediate to advanced riders. (15 miles)

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LITTLE HORSE TRAIL (34E02) -

From Beach Meadow to Osa Meadow, this trail is best suited for the intermediate rider due to a few steep sections on the trail. (5.3 miles)

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FISH AND TROY CONNECTOR (34E03) -

This trail connects Troy Meadow Campground overflow area with Fish Creek Campground. It is an excellent trail for beginners. (1.8 miles)

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RATTLESNAKE CREEK TRAIL (34E07) -

Begins at Bald Mtn. Saddle just off Sherman Pass Road, tying into the end of Mahogany Creek Trail. It offers a variety of conditions ranging from steep, gradual hill climbs to creek bottom riding, connecting with Rattlesnake and Beach Trails near Bonita Creek. Suited for intermediate to advanced riders. (2.5 miles)

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SHERMAN PASS TRAIL (34E09) -

Tliis trail starts at Sherman Pass Vista and travels down to Trout Creek drainage, intersecting with the Trout Creek Trail. Suitable for intermediate to advanced riders. (1.8 miles)

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BOONE MEADOW TRAIL (34E10) -

From Sherman Pass Road to Trout Creek this trail has two steep sections that make it best suited for the intermediate rider. (1.8 miles)

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MAHOGANY CREEK TRAIL (34E25) -

Starts at the end of the Sam Lewis Road 21S97 and ties into the Rattlesnake Creek Trail. This trail provides access to the west portion of the OHV system from Troy Meadow Campground overflow area. Challenging for beginners. (2.8 miles)

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BLACKROCK MOUNTAIN TRAIL (34E26) -

Connects the Osa Meadow area to the Granite/Broder Trail and offers a variety of scenic vistas. This trail was constructed and funded by the "Green Sticker" program. Enjoyable riding for beginners as well as intermediate riders. (8.2 miles)

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BEACH RIDGE TRAIL (34E27) -

This trail begins at Troy Meadow overflow and follows the ridge north ending at the Albanita Trail. It was constructed and funded by the "Green Sticker" program and is best suited for intermediate riders. (6.7 miles)

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MONACHE 4-WHEEL DRIVE ROAD (34E38) -

Begins at Powell Meadow off of Road 21S36 and ends at Snake Creek. This 4X4 road provides access to Monache Meadow and the South Fork of the Kern Wild and Scenic River. Excellent for beginners and all 4-wheel drive users. (2.4 miles)

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GRANITE/BRODER TRAIL (35E02) -

Trail begins on the Albanita Trail west of Granite Knob and connects with the Jackass Peak Trail. Best suited for intermediate riders due to rocky, steep sections. (4.8 miles)

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GRANITE CUT-OFF TRAIL (35E02A) -

A connector route from Monache 4WD Road to Granite/Broder Trail. This trail is for two-wheel vehicles only and is excellent for beginners. (0.7 miles)

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JACKASS PEAK TRAIL (35E03) -

Begins on the Albanita Trail west of Jackass Peak. It connects the Albanita Trail to the Granite/Broder Trail that was cut off by the South Sierra Wilderness boundary. This trail was constructed and funded by the "Green Sticker" program and is best suited for intermediate riders. (4.5 miles)

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ALBANITA TRAIL (35E06) -

From Jackass Peak to Beach Meadow, this trail has several steep sections that make it best suited for the intermediate rider. (7.5 miles)

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JACKASS CREEK TRAIL (35E13) -

This trail begins at Fish Creek Campground. It parallels the west side of Jackass Meadow and ends near Jackass Peak at the Albanita Trail. A steep section makes it a challenge for beginners. Temporary re-route begins at the intersection of where Jackass Creek Trail intersects Albanita/Jackass Road 21S01, north of Fish Creek overflow, continuing 3 miles north to a short crossover trail from Albanita/Jackass Road, back to the open portion of the Jackass Creek Trail. (5.5 miles)

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BLACKROCK STATION TRAIL (34E27A) -

Begins at the Beach Ridge Trail to provide OHV access to the Blackrock Visitor Information Station. User information such as maps, guides and fire permits are available. (0.6 miles)

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RESTRICTIONS & GENERAL INFORMATION

Street legal OHV's are permitted on any Forest Service system road. OHV's licensed with green stickers are permitted ONLY on designated OHV trails and on the following roads: Sherman Pass 4X4 Road 33E48; Monache 4X4 Road 34E38; Troy Meadow or Sam Lewis Road 21S97; Fish Creek Overflow Road 22S05F; Albanita Road 21S01; and Bear Trap Road 21S19.

ATV"s are restricted to Monache 4X4 Road 34E38 and Sherman Pass 4X4 Road 33E48 ONLY. ATV's must be trailered to each trailhead.

All OHV roads and trails are maintained by "'GREEN STICKER" program funds.

Please TREAD LIGHTLY and report current trail conditions to the
Blackrock Visitor Information Station.

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Kernville Ranger Station

PO Box 6

105 Whitney Road

Kernville, CA 93238

(760) 376-3781 (Voice/ext. 202 TDD)

Blackrock Information Service

Sherman Pass Road (22S05)

at the 4-way instersection

(559) 539-2607 ext 276

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