Recreation area

16E09- Pine Mountain

Los Padres National Forest · California — managed by USDA Forest Service

Open recreation area — no reservation needed

About this campground

Pine Mountain . 16E09. Black Diamond. Most Difficult. Open to Motorcycles/ATVS / 4WD. This trail is open to all OHV riders, but is best suited for the intermediate and advanced skill levels. The trail borders the Machesna Wilderness and contains one black diamond section called the Stair Steps. This route offers some outstanding vistas of the valleys below and distant Machesna Mountain Wilderness.  7 miles

Activities

  • OFF HIGHWAY VEHICLE

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Details from Recreation.gov's official RIDB catalog. Conditions change — confirm with the managing office before you go. Not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.