2N13B - Butler Peak

4.9/5 (20 reviews)
Not just another off-road trail, Butler Peak - 2N13B recently reopened after a forest fire ravaged the area. The trail has been closed for roughly 9 years and has been hiding one of the best views in all of the San Bernardino National Forest. This easy offroad trail takes you up to the fire lookou...Read More
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Highlights of 2N13B - Butler Peak

Altitude Category IconAltitude
Beginner Category IconBeginner
Forest Category IconForest
Iconic Category IconIconic
Overland Category IconOverland
Scenic Category IconScenic
Snow Wheeling Category IconSnow Wheeling
Highest Elevation
8504 ft
Shape of Trail
Out & Back
Typically Open
05/20 - 10/07
Best Direction
N/A
Official Trail Name
2N13B
Nearest Town
Fawnskin
Nearest Services
Big Bear Lake
Management Agency
San Bernardino National Forest
District
Mountaintop Ranger District

Overview

Not just another off-road trail, Butler Peak - 2N13B recently reopened after a forest fire ravaged the area. The trail has been closed for roughly 9 years and has been hiding one of the best views in all of the San Bernardino National Forest. This easy offroad trail takes you up to the fire lookout tower of Butler Peak which upon arriving at the top you have the opportunity to see as far as the eye can see in every direction. You can easily see Calico Mountains to the north, Big Bear Lake to the east, Riverside and Orange County to the south, and Lake Arrowhead and Mountain High to the west. To try and describe the beauty of the view is impossible, thus make plans and enjoy the stunning scenic views of Butler Peak Fire Tower.

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5 Waypoints
17 Trail Photos
1 Trail Concerns
20 Community Reviews
1 Video
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