Date: Feb 20, 2016 Trail Boss: Joshua Bleijenberg RSVP: Yes, jbleij@gmail.com
Meeting Time: 8:30 AM. Departing for the run at 9AM. Meeting Location: Rocky's Roadhouse. i.e. usual spot across from 76 gas station. From there, we will drive to Big Bear {North Shore) Fawnskin area to 3N14 to Coxey Road Meeting Directions: 32150 Hilltop Blvd, Running Springs, CA 92382
Run type: Day run Difficulty Rating: : (1=Easy, 5=Most Difficult) Rated 5, due to the last 2 boulder fields (i.e. most of the trail is easy). There is a bypass route around these rock gardens but it's a separate trail (2N06X). The rest of the trail is rated 1 with a couple of 3 rated obstacles.
Trail Description: 3N93 is a 6 mile trail. You can expect to encounter large boulders, tippy terrain and puddles and moguls on sections of the trail. The US Forest Service rates this trail a Black Diamond Most Difficult trail and it is not recommended for stock SUVs. Body damage and breakage are possible. Elevation ranges from 5600'; to over 6500'. Snow will add to the difficulty and the trail crosses Holcomb Creek in a few areas.
Equipment Required: High ground clearance with limited slip or lockers, 33 inch tires or larger recommended but not required. We have seen stock jeeps make it with some damage. Tire damage is always a possibility. A good spare is required. Permits Required: Adventure Pass. Annual $30 or day $5, available at most sports equipment stores as well as Ranger stations and Discovery Center Communications: CB Channel 4. HAM channel 146.550 MHz (SIMP2) Reminder to Bring: Bring lunch and extra water, chairs, basic tools, shovel, camera, extra weather appropriate clothing, etc.
Campground information: None.