3N17 - White Mountain

4.6/5 (35 reviews)
Located deep within the San Bernardino Nation Forest and providing legendary views of the High Desert, 3N17 White Mountain is a lightly traveled yet prominent trail within the Big Bear Lake area, known to be a favorite among locals. Perched at nearly 7,800 feet above sea level, the views from this r...Read More
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Highlights of 3N17 - White Mountain

Altitude Category IconAltitude
Desert Category IconDesert
Forest Category IconForest
Overland Category IconOverland
Scenic Category IconScenic
Snow Wheeling Category IconSnow Wheeling
Highest Elevation
7717 ft
Shape of Trail
Connector
Typically Open
Year Round
Best Direction
West
Official Trail Name
3N17
Nearest Town
Big Bear Lake
Nearest Services
Big Bear Lake
Management Agency
San Bernardino National Forest
District
Mountaintop Ranger District

Overview

Located deep within the San Bernardino Nation Forest and providing legendary views of the High Desert, 3N17 White Mountain is a lightly traveled yet prominent trail within the Big Bear Lake area, known to be a favorite among locals. Perched at nearly 7,800 feet above sea level, the views from this ridge-running trail are awe-inspiring. While traveling the northern mountain range spine, users are rewarded with views of Johnson Valley, Lucerne Valley, Cougar Buttes, Apple Valley, Barstow, Mojave Road, and even Calico off in the distance. If those views aren't appealing enough, wait for dark and visit one of the two twin peaks on a clear night, where the glamourous lights of Las Vegas can be seen in the distance. If you are looking for something new and scenic that you will want to come back to again and again, look no further than White Mountain.

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62 Trail Photos
4 Trail Concerns
35 Community Reviews
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