Juniper Flats 4330

JF4330 is a straight-through, semi-circle that starts on the level ground of Juniper Flats, where shading Junipers provide perfect spots to enjoy lunch or for overnight camping. After a shallow climb, JF4330 ends as the hills begin their steep 2,300' descent to the Mojave River bed. Along the way, the trail passes a burn area that has been fenced off to promote the land's recovery. Reaching the trail's end is the reward of an expansive view of the valley below and out to the distant San Gabriel Mountains. You're likely to pass roaming cattle in the area that make for mellow company when keeping a discrete distance.

This trail has long rocky stretches with no bypasses. A 4-wheel drive high clearance vehicle is best for running this trail. The trail is in the Juniper Flats Subregion, a Limited Use Area requiring vehicles to stay on marked trails.

The entire trail is on Bureau of Land Management (BLM) land, and dispersed camping can be enjoyed on the trail when following the BLM Dispersed Camping Regulations. Near the top of the trail, suitable pre-disturbed campsites can be found positioned to enjoy the expansive views. Open fires may be prohibited, and it is the responsibility of campers to know the BLM Campfire Restrictions.