About this campground
Bear Valley Trailhead Pets Allowed Yes Fees Adventure Pass Required Hike/Ride Time Full day Difficulty Easy to Moderate Best Seasons Fall, Spring, Winter Location Off I-8 at Pine Valley Road Ranger District Descanso Ranger District - (619) 445-6235 Bear Valley Trailhead is located off of the Pine Valley Rd. exit of I-8 and is one of the closest OHV opportunities in the Greater San Diego Area. Bear Valley Trailhead provides ample parking for larger vehicles with trailers. The trail leaving Bear Valley is an old road bed and provides a small loop in the end with a pretty vista. This trail was designed for beginners but provides a connection to the Corral Canyon OHV Area via Kernan Cycle Trail which has a variety of difficulty trails to ride. Available at this location are 2 portable toilets and picnic tables. There is no potable water. Passes can be purchsed at the local ranger station or at stores in Pine Valley and Lake Morena For a list of more trails to explore in your area, please see our Recreation Trail Guide
Activities
- HIKING
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