Rattlesnake Canyon - RC3331

4.8/5 (53 reviews)
Known for its incredible views and rich history, Rattlesnake Canyon, or RC3331, is a popular overland route that takes you into the San Bernardino Mountains from Old Women Springs Road in Johnson Valley, California. The experience offers impressive views of Joshua trees, mesquite, and flowing spring...Read More
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Highlights of Rattlesnake Canyon - RC3331

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Beginner Category IconBeginner
Camping Category IconCamping
Desert Category IconDesert
Forest Category IconForest
Ghost Town Category IconGhost Town
Iconic Category IconIconic
Mud Category IconMud
Overland Category IconOverland
Rock Category IconRock
Sand Category IconSand
Scenic Category IconScenic
Snow Wheeling Category IconSnow Wheeling
Wash Category IconWash
Water Category IconWater
Highest Elevation
5748 ft
Shape of Trail
Connector
Typically Open
Year Round
Best Direction
South
Official Trail Name
RC3331, RC19A
Nearest Town
Landers
Nearest Services
Yucca Valley
Management Agency
Bureau of Land Management
District
Barstow Field Office

Overview

Known for its incredible views and rich history, Rattlesnake Canyon, or RC3331, is a popular overland route that takes you into the San Bernardino Mountains from Old Women Springs Road in Johnson Valley, California. The experience offers impressive views of Joshua trees, mesquite, and flowing springs that will make great memories. It is the perfect trail to escape Orange and Los Angeles Counties, and if strung together with other trails in the area, it can be an excellent add-on to a multi-day trip. 

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10 Waypoints
32 Trail Photos
3 Trail Concerns
53 Community Reviews
1 Video
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