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    Hikes/United States/California/San Bernardino National Forest

    Plantation Trail to Grand View Point

    Difficulty
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    Moderate
    Duration
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    3-4.5h
    Distance
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    12.4 km
    Elevation
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    308 m
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    Hiking the Plantation Trail to Grand View Point is a fun excursion in the San Bernardino Mountains that will see you gain elevation on the way to a stunning viewpoint. While out on the trail, you will work your way uphill through some rocky woodland terrain to reach the Skyline Ridge, before pushing on to Grand View Point for views over the Santa Ana River Valley. You might encounter a few mountain bikers along this trail, so be sure to keep an eye out and allow others the room to safely pass.

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    Route Description for Plantation Trail to Grand View Point

    For those in search of a moderately challenging adventure in the San Bernardino National Forest that offers some stunning views across the mountainous landscape, the Plantation Trail to Grand View Point is an excellent route to explore.

    Setting out from the trailhead, you will make your way south along the Plantation Trail and follow it through the rocky forest landscape while gaining elevation. After passing by the Yellow Post #26 campsite, you will continue south until you reach the Skyline Ridge, where you will keep south through the junction to reach a beautiful viewpoint.

    Heading back along the trail to the junction, turn to the right and follow the path leading northeast to eventually make your way to Grand View Point, where you will enjoy some wonderful views over the Santa Ana River Valley. After taking in the views, head back along the same trail to return to the starting point of your adventure.

    Getting to the Plantation Trail to Grand View Point Trailhead

    The starting point for the Plantation Trail to Grand View Point can be found along Mill Creek Road, just 0.3 km southwest of the Boulder Group Campground.

    Route Information

    • Backcountry Campground

      Yellow Post #26

    • When to do

      May-November

    • Pets allowed

      Yes - On Leash

    • Family friendly

      Older Children only

    • Route Signage

      Average

    • Crowd Levels

      Low

    • Route Type

      Out and back

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