Fordyce Creek

An invigorating climb with deep water crossings and challenges.

A premier hardcore trail. First-time users should consider driving this trail during the annual Sierra Trek event sponsored by the California Association of 4WD Clubs in early August. Water levels can drastically rise without warning, leaving vehicles stranded between stream crossings. Flow rates are controlled between 25 and 50 cfs (cubic feet per second) during the Sierra Trek. Anything higher is considered too deep to safely cross. Limited camping along the trail.

Trail is technical and dangerous. Tight maneuvering over miles of large, steep and awkwardly positioned boulders. Deep water crossings at low water flows; impassable during high water flows. Expect mechanical or body damage. Minimum 35-inch tire size, lockers and a winch are required. Don’t do this trail alone.