The Ultimate Off-Road Guide to Miller Canyon

Miller Canyon is a new staging area to the public as it was made public in September 2018. This area gives visitors a chance to access off-road trails that go as far as the I-15 and all the way to Lake Arrowhead. It welcomes all off-road vehicles and other amenities that will make your trip more enjoyable. Riders typically spend their whole day here because of how many different trails you can find yourself at. We’ll give you the rundown on Miller Canyon!

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How to Get to Miller Canyon?

Miller Canyon is in the San Bernardino National Forest. Arriving there from Bert’s Mega Mall in Covina CA will start off with heading east on I-210. You will stay on I-210 E for about 25 miles until you reach I-15 North. Stay on I-15 N for 15 miles until CA-138 is accessible and follow CA-138 E for about 10 miles until you reach Cleghorn Road exit toward Silverwood Lake, turn left onto Cleghorn Rd. and then continue onto Sawpit Canyon Rd. Turn left toward Sawpit Canyon Rd. drive until you’ve reached Miller Canyon. The trip is an estimate 55.4-mile trip.

Where to Camp?

Mesa Campground: Mesa Campground is located via Highway 138, 11 miles east of I-15; or 20 miles north of San Bernardino via Highways 18 & 138. They offer RV/ Trailer Camping and tenting. There are fees that must be paid upon entry and must be made by reservation. Swimming and boating are also allowed at this campsite. You may also bring your pets along but must be on a leash/ caged at all times and never left unattended which is pretty standard at any camp area. This campsite is a great place to stay at because it is right in the middle of all activities you could potentially be participating in.

Rules and Regulations:

Just like other state-regulated parks, there are rules you must follow, failure to obey rules and laws may result in unwanted consequences that can ruin your trip. If you are an active outdoor power sports enthusiast then these will be very familiar to you. You must carry your registration at all times and have current green stickers and red stickers from Oct. 1st to Apr. 30th. Stay on posted routes, you do not want to cross into private property and be cited. Off-road vehicles must have spark arrestors and mufflers. There is no shooting allowed here. ATVs, UTVs, Jeeps, dirt bikes, and motorcycles are all allowed here. Vehicle width restrictions will depend on what trails you ride on.

Terrain:

The terrain you can expect from Miller Canyon is mostly hard-packed dirt. The more you ride around you will notice some elevation changes but nothing too drastic. There is occasional loose chunk rock which is fun and a little challenge for dual sport riders and jeep drivers. Make sure to carry your Adventure Pass that must be bought prior to entry to access all trails around you.

What to do:

Pilot Rock OHV Trail:

Pilot Rock OHV Trail is a 23.2-mile-long trail. This trail ranges from easy to extremely difficult off-roading sections. 4 wheel drive is highly recommended or most of the trail, however, 2 wheel drive is also allowed and off-road motorcycles are also fun to ride on this trail. There is a gradual elevation change that starts off at 3,500 feet and ends at about 5,000 feet. With this elevation change, you can expect to see an amazing view after another.

Miller Canyon OHV Trail:

Miller Canyon OHV trail is a 10.7-mile-long trail. This trail is open to hikers as well as off-road 4x4 and motorcycle riders. Be sure to watch your surroundings and share the road. There are lots of shaded areas throughout the trail and offers beautiful views once you reach the top. It is an out and back trail so make sure to have enough gas for the trip. The terrain on this trail is a little rocky. This trail can also connect to Pinnacles OHV Staging Area.

Pinnacles OHV Staging Area:

Pinnacles OHV Staging Area is a 4.6-mile-long trail. The OHV area offers a good amount of riding area for 4x4 or side-by-sides. You can find a variety of terrain and there are also marked trails from beginner to advanced trails. In this area you can also choose to tent camp, there are picnic tables available for riders to use if they want to have a quick bite, and also toilets.

Cleghorn Ridge OHV Road:

Cleghorn Ridge OHV Road is a 14.4 mile long. This is a moderate trail that can start from CA-138 at Lake Silverwood and end up at Cleghorn Ridge, then if you choose so you can ride almost all the way to I-15. We recommend having decent ground clearance while on this trail. Motorcycles, ATV’s, UTV’s, and Jeeps are all allowed on this trail. There are no vehicle width restrictions.

Lake Silverwood Scenic Overlook:

Take a break from all of the action and view Lake Silverwood. This area is a great place to stop by and have a picnic with some friends and family while taking in the scenery that will surround you. This area is known to be very quiet and comfortable. It is free to stop at the viewpoint.

The Bear House Family Restaurant:

After playing in the mountains all day you may find yourself to be hungry and need to refuel. The Bear House Family Restaurant is open area morning at 7 am and closes at 8 pm. It is one of the closest restaurants to all of the trails and only about a 20-minute drive down CA-138 E from Silverwood Lake. They’re known for their large portions so come hungry and there are times that they also host exclusive events on selected nights that go past their normal hours!

Ready to Ride?

As you can see your trip will be full of off-roading trails and options. Miller Canyon has it all from lake views to mountain views, many miles of off-roading trails to choose from and terrain. Because this area is still fairly new you may even encounter fewer people depending on the time of year. Come to Miller Canyon and check it out for yourself!

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