Black Gulch Jeep Trail

Great little trail! I started on the Lake Isabella side of the trail and went up that way. Its smooth most of the way up, there are a few spots that get rocky and have some pretty large drops as you go up but as long as you have the clearance you should be fine (mine has 10.5”) Going down was by far the toughest part, its really rocky as you head down towards 178 and you have to crawl down some steep rocky drops to get to the bottom. Overall good trail just make sure you have 4 low and decent clearance, lockers would be nice but not necessary(only had to use once).

Scenic trail with lots of views of the country, Lake Isabella, and the Kern River. The trail is enjoyable and fun with some deep ruts, short hills, and rocky places to navigate through.

Came in from north end. First time in the trail and brought family. Mostly 2WD and had to do 4HI in a couple steep spots that are rocky with deep ruts.

We started from the Lake Isabella dam side. Most of the northern part of the trail is very easy, but progressively becoming more difficult towards the last mile or so near the top. This was my second time wheeling at all with my girlfriend who has never gone wheeling ever. My Bronco mechanically is still 100% stock, and I feel like my limits were pushed. We didn't scrape at all, and I'm sure there was more to push from the vehicle. But it definitely was exciting with spectacular views of the area at the top! The way down to 178 at the end does have some shelves to drop down too, so just take your time and find a good line.