Is Corral Canyon open?

[Quik 99]

So after all this rain is corral canyon open yet? and if yes anyone want to wheel it tomorrow?

[Marc P]

Last I heard it was closed due to high fire danger...Call Richard

Richard Tull
OHV Program Manager
Descanso Ranger District
Cleveland National Forest
3348 Alpine Blvd.
Alpine, CA 91901
(619) 445 6235 ext 3451

[j.kimball]

just went up there yesterday with high hopes. still closed until further notice. i talked to a ranger, he said they were worried about erosion control at this point. he did not have any info on when it would be re-opened.

[whitecon]

I was told it was going to re-open after the first rain. There is also a rumor that they may let us cut a new trail in exchange for removing some debris. Just a rumor at this point. Keep us posted if you hear it's re-opened. I'll do the same.

[Quik 99]

Sounds good I would be willing to take out trash for exchange in wheeling some new trails.

[MtnYota]

That be sweet! Count me in.

[j.kimball]

i spoke with Richard Tull on sat. morning. he said they were planning on opening corral canyon this weekend Dec 15. anyone on his e-mail list will get an e-mail with when it is open. he also said he could use some help cleaning up some stuff and input/help cutting some new trails. it could be a good opportunity to have an influence in getting the kind of trails we would like up there. there is one large area where we could put a trail anywhere and over anything. could be fun.

[SanDiegoCJ]

I was told it was going to re-open after the first rain. There is also a rumor that they may let us cut a new trail in exchange for removing some debris. Just a rumor at this point. Keep us posted if you hear it's re-opened. I'll do the same.

It's NOT a rumor about the new trail. Our club (TDS) has been working with
them in mapping out a new trail through the burned area. No route is fixed
yet, but it's in process.

[whitecon]

i spoke with Richard Tull on sat. morning. he said they were planning on opening corral canyon this weekend Dec 15. anyone on his e-mail list will get an e-mail with when it is open. he also said he could use some help cleaning up some stuff and input/help cutting some new trails. it could be a good opportunity to have an influence in getting the kind of trails we would like up there. there is one large area where we could put a trail anywhere and over anything. could be fun.

How do you get on that guys Email list? Sounds like a good guy to know. Is he the local "4x4 friendly" Ranger that everybody talks about?

[Mustard Dog]

It's NOT a rumor about the new trail. Our club (TDS) has been working with
them in mapping out a new trail through the burned area. No route is fixed
yet, but it's in process.


Cool, just make sure it's not gay:D:D:flipoff2:

[Quik 99]

Sweet..... I plan on running out there this Saturday and doing s few runs, whose with me?

If so what do you guys say about meeting at trail head around 9am or so? or we could meet somewhere in town and drive out there.

I'll be in a 99 Orange TJ comp cut on 37's with a black top.

Jeremy

619-952-1825

[j.kimball]

How do you get on that guys Email list? Sounds like a good guy to know. Is he the local "4x4 friendly" Ranger that everybody talks about?

see markp's post in this thread for info. either call or e-mail him and he will put you on his list. as for a run up there this week end, lets make sure its open before we go all the way up there to find out it is still closed. gas aint cheap anymore!

[SanDiegoCJ]

see markp's post in this thread for info. either call or e-mail him and he will put you on his list. as for a run up there this week end, lets make sure its open before we go all the way up there to find out it is still closed. gas aint cheap anymore!

Hey, aren't you forgetting about something you said you'd help with this coming saturday morning. :flipoff2:

[j.kimball]

Hey, aren't you forgetting about something you said you'd help with this coming saturday morning. :flipoff2:

no, i was going to come over after you fall asleep at 5pm and have it done for you when you wake :flipoff2:up.

[Quik 99]

see markp's post in this thread for info. either call or e-mail him and he will put you on his list. as for a run up there this week end, lets make sure its open before we go all the way up there to find out it is still closed. gas aint cheap anymore!

Good point.....

I will be keeping my fingers crossed!!!!

Jeremy

[whitecon]

Sweet..... I plan on running out there this Saturday and doing s few runs, whose with me?

If so what do you guys say about meeting at trail head around 9am or so? or we could meet somewhere in town and drive out there.

I'll be in a 99 Orange TJ streched on 37's with a black top.

Jeremy

619-952-1825

If it's open 9:00am sounds great. We'll be in a white & black 06 LJ on 35's and a red LJ on 35's as well. Hope it opens. I'm in need of a "Bronco Peak" run. I've never done that trail in the daylight.:smokin:

[Quik 99]

Great I hope so.....That would make two of us, I've ran sidewinder and I know Bronco peak is right by there.


Jeremy

[cj54x]

I just got an e-mail from Richard Tull and he said that Corral Canyon will be open this weekend. It's still cold up here at 9 am but I have a good jacket. I struggle a little on Bronco Peak (open front and rear) but I'm game. Ken

[whitecon]

If it's open 9:00am sounds great. We'll be in a white & black 06 LJ on 35's and a red LJ on 35's as well. Hope it opens. I'm in need of a "Bronco Peak" run. I've never done that trail in the daylight.:smokin:

Actually we'll be there around 10:00 am. I think we'll also have at least one more rig with us. Hope to see you there. I think we'll be on CB channel 12.

[Quik 99]

Actually we'll be there around 10:00 am. I think we'll also have at least one more rig with us. Hope to see you there. I think we'll be on CB channel 12.

How about we just make it 10:30am that way we can give everyone a chance to get going in the morning. Say we meet at the Trail right off buckman springs rd by where the closed signs used to be. Or we could meet at the rest stop???


As far as running without lockers I couldn't say if thats a good idea or not.....I ran sidewinder and I thought it was pretty easy but people say Bronco Peak is a little harder. However I'm sure between all the jeeps we could be able to help you get through any tuff spots. Maybe if someone who has ran the trail could give some advise that would be great.

Other wise lets say 10:30am right off the buckman springs rd by where the closed signs used to be.

Jeremy

[cj54x]

I've done BP several times without lockers and it's not a good idea. I think the only time I didn't get damage to my jeep was when I wenched myself over the hardest spot. It's alot harder than Sidewinder. I have 33 inch tires and I drag alot. Also full size trucks won't fit.

[whitecon]

I've wheeled with rigs that were without lockers on BP. I don't recommend it. Especially since we don't know the condition that the trail is in. I'd bet that since the trail has not been trveled in a while it will be pretty challenging. Can't wait!:D

[sdhjeeper]

I agree- running that trail w/o lockers slows everyone else down and plugs up the trail with broken down rigs.

It'll be nice to run the trail again. It's nice not to have to drive 3+ hours to get a decent trail.

Dave

[cj54x]

As stated below by Richard Tull (NFS Ranger), it is critical that everyone stay on designated trails and avoid any CLOSED areas.

----- Original Message -----
From: "Richard Tull" <rtull@fs.fed. us>
Subject: Corral Canyon opens again

>I am on my way out the door to work on the OHV area so I only have time for
> a short note but here is the latest - We received enough rain from the
> last
> couple of storms and I will be opening the gate at Corral Canyon today.
> Please get the word out that the burned part toward the dam will be open
> on
> a trial basis. If people start running around off the designated trails or
> into the wilderness I will have to close the gates to that part again. At
> that point we could be forced to wait for the vegetation to grow back
> before re-opening the burned area. I don't think anyone wants that so
> please help with keeping everyone on the trails. Bear Valley will be open
> but the area inside the Pine Fire is closed to all entry. Since motorized
> use is only allowed on the road itself anyway this will not affect
> OHV'ers.
> Just stay on the road and no worries. There are bound to be more new paths
> from cross border migration that have formed during the closure but don't
> be fooled. These are not designated or sustainable and riding on anything
> but designated routes will cost the OHV community riding opportunities in
> the long run.
>
> Please get the word out where ever you can : "Stay on designated trails -
> the trails stay open."
>
> I still have work to do in the burned area so watch out for crews and
> materials (mostly along the road).
>
> Remember, you determine the future of your motorized recreation
> opportunities. Do the right thing and teach others too. (I know-I'm
> preaching to the choir here)
>
> Stay tuned for news of volunteer opportunities and other chances to get
> involved (or more involved).
>
>
> See you out there
>
>
> Richard Tull
> OHV Program Manager
> Descanso Ranger District
> Cleveland National Forest
> 3348 Alpine Blvd.
> Alpine, CA 91901
> (619) 445 6235 ext 3451
>
> "Ride and Enjoy - OHV opportunities are kept
> Ride and Destroy - OHV opportunities are lost
> It's you choice - Choose wisely"
>
>

[Quik 99]

Its Friday and that means no work and play time at Bronco Peak.

Can't wait to see you guys tomorrow at 10:30

Jeremy

[Black01taco]

I will be there on sunday in my d-cab trd tacoma on 33's and my buddy in his yellow jeep on 33's....we have ran most of the trail before.....so hope it just as fun as it was last time...:smokin::smokin::smokin:

ps:
have a cb...

http://blogster.com/host/images/28367391744.jpg

[whitecon]

It sure was fun being able to wheel close to home again. Meeting Quick99 was cool too. We all has some very capable rigs out there. We'll have to do it again soon. I think Quick99 has some pics, so lets see 'em.

[Quik 99]

Whitecon.....Thanks a lot man I had a great time meeting everyone and wheeling with you guys. I have to get my red star and I don't have a pay pal account, I sent my check in today. If you want I can email you some pics just give me your email.

Looks like I'll be going out to TH for the new years, let me know if you guys are going to be there.

Jeremy

[sdhjeeper]

Can't wait to see the pics of Saturday. I'll be going to the Squeeze on Saturday 12/29 and hope to see you guys at Truckhaven one of the days leading up to New Years. Maybe I should borrow a motorhome.

Dave

[Quik 99]

Dave I plan on being at TH on new years see you there.

jeremy

[whitecon]

I'll surely be there as well.:D