China Lake Border Run
Total Miles
5.1
Technical Rating
Best Time
Winter, Fall, Spring
Trail Type
High-Clearance 4x4 Trail
Accessible By
Trail Overview
A challenging trail that leads to the china lake military base fence. The trail features sandy sections, a loose rocky hill, and many sharp rocks that could puncture a sidewall. There are a few dispersed camp spots along the way and amazing views of the valley below. A nice romp up the hill to get view 2 bars LTE Verizon service. Be aware of desert conditions when traveling as It can get very hot, very windy, and incredibly muddy when wet. Watch for snakes.
Photos of China Lake Border Run
Difficulty
Sand, Sharp Rocks, and a loose hill climb.
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