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The “Southern California Bouldering Guide” states that Southern California offers “the largest concentration of developed bouldering to be found anywhere.”  Snow Valley, New Jack City, Lake Arrowhead Pinnacles, Devil's Punchbowl, Boulder Basin, Black Mountain, Green Valley Pinnacles, Mt Rubidoux, and Wagon Wheel…  are just some of the rad climbing areas found within an hour drive of CSUSB which we explore during our Friday afternoon “Climbing Off Campus” program.  
Our destination will change on each trip and where we go will be predicated by weather, time of year and climbing conditions.   We meet at the SRFC at 1200pm to issue crash pad, climbing shoes, harnesses, rope, pro and other gear before making the short drive to a local climbing area.  Once there, we spend the afternoon bouldering and climbing.
Each climbing area we visit has bouldering problems and climbing routes appropriate for both beginners and the more advance climber whose idea of a good time is hanging by their pinkie 20’ off the ground.
We stop to lick our wounds and grab dinner on the way home.
No experience is required.  Instruction will be provided.  
$25 Students and SRFC Members, $30 Faculty and Staff, $35 Alumni, $40 Community Members
Participants are responsible for dinner on Friday
Price includes transportation, snacks, climbing and bouldering gear, climbing shoes, and instruction

The Pinnacles of Lake Arrowhead is a group of small, granite peaks Northwest of Lake Arrowhead in the San Bernardino Mountains. There are many excellent climbing opportunities with hundreds of bolted climbs scattered throughout the hills. Many local climbers compare the quality of the rock to that of Joshua Tree. The chaparral and manzanita surrounding and covering the Pinnacles tends to be the largest deterrent for most to some of the more remote walls and formations. A trail leads to the beautiful meadow just South of the main wall, supposedly this awesome little spot is referred to by local climbers as "The Center of the Universe". All other trails must be followed carefully as many small use-trails lead of into other areas,the main summit itself, and multiple bushwacks. There are at least 5 walls/groups of outcroppings that are bolted, with the area itself totaling in more than 50+ routes. The Pinnacles' main summit is an HPS peak and can easily be climbed in a day with the nearby HPS peak Mt. Marie Louise. - Taken from http://www.summitpost.org/mountain/rock/153690/lake-arrowhead-pinnacles.html

Our university's first trip to the Pinnacles was to an area called the "Shooting Gallery." This rock area is filled with bolts that can be used for either sport climbing and top rope climbing. There are easy to difficult climbs in this area so it is a great place to run a trip. It is only a short 10-15 minute easy to moderate hike to this location but can be difficult to find if you do not know where you are going.

More information about the Lake Arrowhead Pinnacles can be found in Hidden Treasures by Brad Singer.

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Camping is allowed in the area. There is a nice meadow to South of Rotten Rock Valley and the 'Center of the Universe', but the lack of water, and the short hike in make this a better day use area.

North Shore: 27 Lake Arrowhead campsites, some suitable for RVs. Two sites will accommodate trailers up to 22 feet. There is one handicapped accessible site. North Shore is located within a mixed oak and conifer forest. It is operated by a concessionaire. Located near the north shore of Lake Arrowhead two miles northeast of the Lake Arrowhead Village. (Lake Arrowhead is a private lake and access is restricted.)(909) 337-6399

Dogwood: 93 Lake Arrowhead campsites. 66 will accommodate tents. Many sites are suitable for RV units. Sites are also available for trailers. There are also two multi-family sites (15 people, four vehicles per site). Two sites for the handicapped are also available. Dogwood is located in a heavily forested site. It is named for its beautiful Dogwood trees, whose spring blossoms and colorful fall foliage present spectacular displays. It is a popular campground, so early reservations are recommended. (Concessionaire operated). Located approximately 1/4 mile east of Rimforest, off Hwy 18, at the Blue Jay turnoff. 909) 382-2600.

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