Holcomb Valley Road Bike Climb - PJAMM Cycling

3.3
PDI
3.2 mi
DISTANCE
643 ft
GAINED
3.8 %
AVG. GRADE

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A popular climb into the San Bernardino National Forest of Big Bear, usually done as part of a larger loop.

The climb leads to Holcomb Valley Pinnacles, While this area is a bit sandier and more technical, we HIGHLY recommend going through!  

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We're going to level with you - this would probably be more fun on a hardtail. While the surface gets better as you near the Holcomb Pinnacles to the smooth Big Bear dirt we know and love, the climb itself is very, very chunky. We also drove this road, and it was a LOT for our Ford Bronco to handle. Needless to say, beefy tires recommended.

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CLIMB SUMMARY

Holcomb Valley Road

Ride Date:

July 2024

What we rode:

Scott Addict

Our tires:

Front: 40 mm Pirelli knobbies

Rear: 45 mm Pirelli knobbies

What tires we recommend:

35mm+ knobbies. Honestly, mountain bike tires ideal

What is the surface like?

Nope. Rough. Lots of rocks. See photos


Climb summary by Sam Lyons (@sam.lionman)

An unremarkable climb by itself, this is often used as part of a larger loop and a great way to get to the Holcomb Valley Pinnacles, and the dirt that Big Bear is known for.

The surface is VERY rough. We also drove this and the big rocks and grooves were a lot for even our Ford Bronco to handle. Definitely a Class 4 Jeep trail material. The dirt eventually smooths out, but you’ve still got to pay attention! Lots of sand in the area if it hasn’t rained in a while.

Less than a mile after the climb ends, make a right turn to ride around the Holcomb Valley Pinnacles. It was pretty sandy when we rode it (hadn’t rained in over a month), but boy was it worth it!

The Holcomb Valley Pinnacles are a striking geological formation located in the San Bernardino Mountains of Southern California. They are part of a unique landscape characterized by tall, narrow spires of rock that rise dramatically from the surrounding terrain. The pinnacles are formed from a type of volcanic rock known as rhyolite, which has been shaped by erosion and weathering over time.

There are technical sections of the Pinnacles, but definitely the fun kind of terrain and not the scary kind.

The area is also popular for camping, rock climbing, and OHV riding, offering stunning views and fascinating rock formations. The pinnacles are part of the larger Holcomb Valley, which is known for its rugged beauty and rich history, including gold mining from the 19th century.

Check out our Big Bear gravel area page for more climbs and routes!


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