Lost Creek Trail 1E09
The Lost Creek trailhead is across Highway 38 from the South Fork Campground. Beginning at the parking lot (6,320'), it crosses under the bridge. The beginning of the Lost Creek Trail follows the Santa Ana River Trail (2E03). After approximately .5 mile, the Lost Creek Trail splits from the Santa Ana River trail and heads up an old jeep road for about 1 mile before heading off (south/west) on a trail towards Grinnell Ridge Camp (no water-8,500'). From the Grinnell Ridge Camp, the trail descends into South Fork Meadows and meets with the South Fork Trail. This trail is one of the most underused and offers solitude and good views north to Santa Ana Canyon and Sugarloaf Peak. This is a wilderness area.
Specific Trail Information
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General Information
Wilderness permits are required. Permits can be obtained online at San Gorgonio Wilderness Association (SGWA) permits webpage.
- No in-person permits available at Ranger Station MUST obtain via online.
Group size limited to 12 people and 8 pack/riding animals per group. No campfires allowed. Portable gas stoves are allowed. Camp on a durable surface at least 100 feet away from trails and water sources. Pack out what you pack in. Leave no Trace!
Address: 40971 North Shore Drive, Highway 38 Fawnskin, CA 92333
Phone: (909) 382-2790
Hours: Thursday-Monday from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm, Tuesday & Wednesday Closed
Getting There
Trailhead/Starting Points
The Lost Creek trailhead is across Highway 38 from the South Fork Campground.
Directions
Latitude 34.170767
Longitude -116.829773
Elevation 6320 - 8500
Distance 4.72 miles
Difficulty Difficult/Strenuous
Additional Information
Operated By
USDA Forest Service
