Black Mountain

San Bernardino National Forest, CA
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Info

Distance
7.5 mi
Elevation gain
2,800 ft
Route type
Out & back
Duration
3 hr
Crux
Class 1
Quality
5/10
Vehicle type
Car
Ecoregion

Peaks bagged

1
Black Mountain
HPS
7,772 ft / Rise 431 ft
HPS
Hundred Peaks Section

Trip report

Trip report photo for Black Mountain
Starting along the Black Mountain Trail from the end of a short spur of Highway 243.
Trip report photo for Black Mountain
The first mile gains elevation quickly.
Trip report photo for Black Mountain
Trip report photo for Black Mountain
Crossing a sandy plateau.
Trip report photo for Black Mountain
Many granite boulders in the area. Some were chalked, a sign of recent climbing activity.
Trip report photo for Black Mountain
Trip report photo for Black Mountain
The trail veers south around an intervening ridge, seen ahead.
Trip report photo for Black Mountain
Around the ridge, Black Mountain comes into view.
Trip report photo for Black Mountain
View back.
Trip report photo for Black Mountain
Flat section as the trail follows a dry creek.
Trip report photo for Black Mountain
The trail makes a few switchbacks up Black Mountain's northwest slope.
Trip report photo for Black Mountain
Trip report photo for Black Mountain
Approaching a trail junction at a minor saddle (left). Stay right at the junction for Black Mountain's summit.
Trip report photo for Black Mountain
Passing a Forest Service water tank.
Trip report photo for Black Mountain
Several fallen trees blocking the final section of trail.
Trip report photo for Black Mountain
Trip report photo for Black Mountain
Intersecting a dirt road at the base of Black Mountain. A paved path wraps around the south side (right).
Trip report photo for Black Mountain
Starting up the path.
Trip report photo for Black Mountain
Approaching the Black Mountain Lookout Tower.
Trip report photo for Black Mountain
Trip report photo for Black Mountain
Black Mountain summit. View west.
Trip report photo for Black Mountain
View east toward San Jacinto Peak.
Trip report photo for Black Mountain
View east toward San Jacinto Peak.

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