US West Valley of the Moon

[Ed B]

Was not able to make this meeting but look forward to attending the next one as I am only a couple of miles away.

 

[Dominic OB0158]

When is the next meet
Be coming from Bakersfield
Would love to join
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When is the next meet
Be coming from Bakersfield
Would love to join
Member 4072
Instagram frog_2319


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Look forward to meeting you...coming that far...we should go on a run to big bear....

 

[Dominic OB0158]

It sounds like there will be members coming from all over. I'm thinking we should go for a run....Silverwood Lake - two routes Crestline at Miller Canyon or go up the front of the mountain at off 215 at Bailey Canyon. That do you all think?

 

[Jeffrey Richards]

That sound like fun


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[Dominic OB0158]

Next months meeting will also be a run. Plan for half day, should be done by 2pm or so. Lunch at the top of the moutain. Great views of Silverwood Lake. I will let everone know where will meet for this meetup later as we decide on which route to take.

 

[Jeffrey Richards]

Next months meeting will also be a run. Plan for half day, should be done by 2pm or so. Lunch at the top of the moutain. Great views of Silverwood Lake. I will let everone know where will meet for this meetup later as we decide on which route to take.

Sounds like a plan and that’s on the 3rd Saturday

 

[Dominic OB0158]

Sounds like a plan and that’s on the 3rd Saturday

Yes, we are going to work on doing something every third Saturday...

 

[_tacoma_overlandadventure]

I'm in for that run! Would anyone be interested in staying the night there the night before?


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[Jeffrey Richards]

I’m down

 

[Dominic OB0158]

Hello Everyone, hope this note finds you well.

Here is the trails I'm thinking about for November meetup...please review.

Pilot Rock OHV Staging Area 2n33 to Lake Arrowhead / depending on time then over to Willow Creek Jeep Trial

https://www.google.com/maps/place/Pilot+Rock+OHV+Staging+Area+(2N33)/@34.3051121,-117.3105613,15z/data=!4m5!3m4!1s0x0:0xcb15cc575228a336!8m2!3d34.3051121!4d-117.3105613

Or...we could go over to Truck Heaven towards Salton Sea — https://www.google.com/maps/place/4X4+Training+center/@33.2598349,-116.0160262,283m/data=!3m2!1e3!4b1!4m13!1m7!3m6!1s0x80da16ec9026e079:0x73df5c616eae9157!2sTruckhaven,+Salton+City,+CA+92274!3b1!8m2!3d33.2969834!4d-115.9772229!3m4!1s0x80da17b779a733a3:0x7df0f7e928f18140!8m2!3d33.259835!4d-116.0152193

What are your thougths...? - Mountains or Desert?

 

[_tacoma_overlandadventure]

I like pilot truck trail only because I'm a bit more familiar with it but would also like to try out a new area. Either work for me!


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[Canyon_Cliff]

Salton Sea would be more then a half day. I go for Pilot Rock.

 

[Dominic OB0158]

Good Morning Inland Empire Area Overland Bound Members...
Pray your Sunday morning is filled with wonder and joy.
I got up at 5am to catch the sunrise...it was amazing.

Okay, our next meet-up will be a trail run. We will exploring the Pilot Rock Trail, Pilot Rock OHV Staging Area 2n33 to Lake Arrowhead / depending on time then over to Willow Creek Jeep Trial

https://www.google.com/maps/place/Pilot+Rock+OHV+Staging+Area+(2N33)/@34.3046002,-117.3134274,17.42z/data=!4m8!1m2!3m1!2sP...5cc575228a336*218m2*213d34.3051121*214d-117.3105613!3m4!1s0x80c35ba8ebf0fe87:0xcb15cc575228a336!8m2!3d34.3051121!4d-117.3105613

Saturday November 18. We will meet at the 15 and 138 / McDonald's Parking lot. 7:30...depart time 8am to the Trail Head.

Looking forward to seeing everyone.

 

[Canyon_Cliff]

Got it, thanks. I'll see everyone there!

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[Canyon_Cliff]

BTW, Great photo.

 

[_tacoma_overlandadventure]

Sweet! Can't wait! Is it okay if a buddy of mine tags along for the trail?


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[Dominic OB0158]

Sweet! Can't wait! Is it okay if a buddy of mine tags along for the trail?


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Yes sir...that would be cool.

 

[Daryl 32]

Dominic is this do able in our 2wd F-250?

It goes through sand and rocky hills ok tight turns are a stopper some times.

 

[Dominic OB0158]

Dominic is this do able in our 2wd F-250?

It goes through sand and rocky hills ok tight turns are a stopper some times.

Hello Daryl, I've only done half the trail and section I was on had a few tight turns and at times was a little narrow. Below is a description from http://www.backroadswest.com/

Road Trip
Forestry Road 2N33 (also known as Pilot Rock Road) is the dirt road that is showcased on this trip and the entire length is 11.5 miles. This is a great road for your truck or SUV with 2WD so long as it hasn’t rained or snowed recently. If it has, the road may be muddy and have deep ruts, requiring both high clearance and 4WD. During the winter months, many sections of the road are in the shade causing the road to be iced over. During such conditions, you definitely want to travel 2N33 with 4WD.

Starting out at 3,500 feet, 2N33 climbs gradually to an elevation of 5,000 feet. For the first 3.5 miles, it hugs the side of a ridge as it winds around Silverwood Lake. Then the road turns due east and rides on top of a mountain ridge for almost the rest of the way. While 2N33 is on this ridge, you will enjoy outstanding views in all directions.

At 2.7 miles, a rough spot in the road may be encountered. Here, you’ll find a water tank used for flood control on the left side of the road. Often, water from this tank flows out onto the road, which creates deep ruts. This typically occurs after long periods of rain or snow. If you don’t have a high-clearance vehicle with 4WD, you might wish to consider driving this road well after such weather has occurred.

Another obstacle to be aware of is ice. As 2N33 passes on the north side of the ridge or under the shade of trees, if it has been cold over the past week, ice will develop on the road. If the ice is extensive enough, it will be difficult for most vehicles to cross it.

 

[chrispartida]

Ooh, this is really making me consider ditching the OC meetup. Sounds like a good time!