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Program/Name:
CSUSB Outdoors - Climbing off Campus at the Lake Arrowhead Pinnacles
Contact Name:
Andrea Brandt
Contact Phone Number:
(909) 537-2267
Contact Email Address:
Program Web Address:
http://camp.csusb.edu
Trip Details:
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.
Safety Management:
In any emergency: CALL 911
Local Hospital: Mountains Community Hospital - 29101 Hospital Rd Lake Arrowhead, CA 92352
(909) 336-3651
Local Search and Rescue:San Bernardino County Fire Department - Mountain Division 301 South Hwy.173 P.O. Box 130 Lake Arrowhead, Ca. 92352 (909) 337-8586
United States Government Search and Rescue: San Bernardino Mountain Search and Rescue San Bernardino County Mountain Search & Rescue Unit #214 3250 Harrison Street San Bernardino, CA 92404 (909) 386-5142
State Police: San Bernardino Country Sheriffs 26010 Highway 189 P.O. Box 384 Twin Peaks, California 92391 (909) 336-0600
Current Road Conditions: Caltrans 1-800.427.7623 or 916.445.7623
Concerns: Water sources, weather conditions, trail conditions, conditions of climbs, group fitness, group management.
Cell Phone Service: Poor
Web Addresses to Learn More Information:
http://www.summitpost.org/mountain/rock/153690/lake-arrowhead-pinnacles.html
http://www.rockclimbing.com/routes/North_America/United_States/California/San_Bernardino_County/Arrowhead_Pinnacles
Driving Directions from Nearest Interstate, Exit, Etc:
Coming from the South:
•Drive east on I-10 to I-215.
•Drive north on I-215 to SR 30.
•Go east on SR 30 to SR 18 (Waterman Avenue) in San Bernardino. Exit the freeway and turn left (north).
•Drive north on SR 18 to Daley Canyon Road about 5.5 miles east of the Crestline SR 138 turnoff. Turn left (north) on Daley Canyon Road. Note your odometer and go as follows:
•At 0.5 mile, junction with SR 189. Turn left.
•At 0.8 mile, fork. Go right and then immediately left onto Grass Valley Road.
•At 2.8 miles, fork with Grass Valley Road on the left. Turn left.
•At 5.3 miles, intersection with SR 173. Turn left.
•At 5.5 miles, intersection with Pilot Rock Road (2N33).
•Continue on SR 173 about 0.7 mile to the entrance of a rifle range. This is the trailhead. Drive about 0.2 mile further to the pavement end. Park here. Alternate parking is at a concrete water tank about 0.2 mile south of the rifle range.
Suggested Personal Clothing and Equipment List:
1 Pair of Warm long Pants (no jeans)
1 Pair of Shorts
1 T-shirt
1 Long Sleeve Shirt
2 Pairs comfortable hiking socks
1 Pair of Hiking Boots / Approach Shoes
1 Pair of Flip Flops / Sandals
1 Light Jacket and / or Fleece Pullover
1 Hat
Camera (optional)
Book or Journal (optional)
Climbing Shoes
Harness
Chalk bag and chalk
Suggested Group Equipment and Gear List:
Backpacks
Nalgene Bottles
Baby Wipes
Ropes
Crash pads
Belay Device w/locking carabiner
Climbing Shoes
Harness
Chalk
Is a permit required?
no permit required
Permitting Agency (If permit is required):
Contact Number for Permitting Agency (If permit is required):
Permit Restrictions:
The Pinnacles lie in the San Bernardino National Forest, an adventure pass must be displayed on your car dash when parking anywhere in the national forest. The permits are $5 for a daily permit or $30 for an annual permit. The permits can be purchased at any San Bernardino National Forest ranger station or online at http://www.fs.fed.us/r5/sanbernardino/ap/. Local Rangers have been known to be pretty active in ticketing in this area, so the permit is advised. No permits are needed for hiking in the Pinnacles. Overnight stays require a camping permit, and a stove permit if needed.
Nearest Camping Options with Contacts:
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.
Weather Information:
Being situated in the rain-shadow of the San Bernardino Mountains, they receive limited precipitation, and only get snow and ice on the tallest summit a few weeks out of the year. They are a definite chaparral environment, cold winter weather, and hot dry summers. The spring is the nicest time of year to be out, the summers can get pretty hot (high 90’s). There are no reliable water sources, so plan accordingly.
http://www.lakearrowhead.net/weather.html
Cooperative Programming:
yes
Program/Name:
CSUSB Outdoors - Idyllwild Climbing Weekend
Contact Name:
Andrea Brandt
Contact Phone Number:
(909) 537 - 2267
Contact Email Address:
Program Web Address:
http://camp.csusb.edu
Trip Details:
Situated one mile above the valley floor below in the San Jacinto Mountains, Idyllwild is set among alpine forest, and legendary rocks. It is the ideal location for beginners and experts alike with classic routes such as the Spring Cleaning, Knocking on Heaven's Door, Blanketty Blank, Godzilla's Return, Bathroom Boulder and Mushroom Boulder.
We meet early Saturday at the SRFC to issue camping and climbing gear. We will also practice some climbing and belaying skills on the Climbing Wall before departing for Idyllwild. We climb all day Saturday afternoon and Sunday, dividing our time between bouldering and climbing with a variety of simple to more challenging routes. We spend the night at a local campground close to multiple climbing areas. Saturday night we have time to explore the mountain town of Idyllwild.
No experience is required as instruction will be provided.
$50 Students and SRFC Members, $60 Faculty and Staff, $70 Alumni, $80 Community Members
Participants are responsible for dinner on Saturday night in Idyllwild.
Price includes transportation, snacks/meals, climbing and camping gear, and instruction
Safety Management:
In any Emergency: Call 911
Local Hospital: Hemet Valley Medical Center 1117 E. Devonshire Ave.
Hemet, CA 92543 (951) 652-2811
Local Search and Rescue: Idyllwild Fire Protection District 54160 Maranatha Dr. PO Box 656 Idyllwild, CA 92549-0656 (951) 659-2153
United States Government Search and Rescue: Riverside Mountain Rescue Unit 43950 Acacia Hemet, Ca 92544 (951) 537-8223
State Police: Riverside Country Sheriffs Hemet Station 43950 Acacia Avenue Suite B Hemet, CA 92544 (951) 791-3400
Current Road Conditions: Caltrans 1-800.427.7623 or 916.445.7623
Concerns: Water sources, weather conditions, trail conditions, conditions of climbs, group fitness, group management.
Cell Phone Service: Poor
Web Addresses to Learn More Information:
Idyllwild County Park: http://www.rockclimbing.com/routes/North_America/United_States/California/Riverside_County/Idyllwild_County_Park_CG/
Black Mountain: http://www.rockclimbing.com/routes/North_America/United_States/California/Riverside_County/Black_Mountain/
http://www.drtopo.com/guidebooks/usa/California/25 - free guide book of the Black Mountain Boulders
Driving Directions from Nearest Interstate, Exit, Etc:
From the I-10 east, take the 8th St/CA-243 exit toward Idyllwild. Take a right at S 8th St/Ca-243. Turn left at W Lincoln St. Turn right at CA-243/s San Gorgonio Ave. Continue to follow CA-243.
To Boulder Basin: Turn left onto Black Mountain Rd (NF-4S01). Continue on NF-4S01 for about 4-6 miles.
To Idyllwild Park: Continue on CA-243. Turn right at Riverside County Playground Road. Turn left to stay on Riverside County Playground Road.
Suggested Personal Clothing and Equipment List:
1 Pair of Warm long Pants
1 Pair of Shorts
1 T-shirt
1 Long Sleeve Shirt
2 Pairs of Underwear
2 Pairs of Thick Warm Socks
1 Pair of Quick dry Wind pants / Rain Pants
1 Pair of Hiking Boots/Approach Shoes
1 Pair of Comfortable Shoes
1 Warm Jacket and / or Fleece Pullover
1 Pair of Gloves
Personal Toiletries
Personal Medications
Camera and Film
Book or Journal
Suggested Group Equipment and Gear List:
2 / 3 Person Tents
Backpacks
Sleeping Bags
Sleeping Pads
Camp Chairs
Head Lamps
Stuff Sacks
Mess Kits
Personal Stoves
Nalgine Bottles
Baby Wipes
Water Purifying System
Ropes
Crash pads
Belay Device w/locking carabineer
Climbing Shoes
Climbing Rack
Helmets
Harness
Chalk
Thermal Underwear, Gloves, Hats and Jackets available to borrow
Is a permit required?
no permit required
Permitting Agency (If permit is required):
USDA Forest Service - http://www.fs.fed.us/r5/sanbernardino/ap/
Contact Number for Permitting Agency (If permit is required):
(951) 382-2921
Permit Restrictions:
Need an adventure pass to park in the forest.
Nearest Camping Options with Contacts:
Idyllwild Park - Bouldering within the park. (951) 659-2656
Boulder Basin - Bouldering within the campground. Sites #16 - 22 having bouldering right where you sleep!!!(909) 382-2922
Black Mountain Group Campsite: (909) 382-2922
Weather Information:
http://www.weather.com/outlook/recreation/outdoors/local/92549
Cooperative Programming:
Yes