SoCal Weekend Trips Part Three

SoCal Weekend Riding Trips Part Three

Yosemite National Park and San Luis Obispo, CA

Yosemite National Park's El Capitan

Story and Photos by Jim Foreman except where noted.

Once again, it’s time to present two more outstanding Southern California weekend riding destinations.  As teased in the last installment, we are featuring San Luis Obispo and Yosemite National Park for a weekend of fun!

This is also the 25th story we've published.

There are specific criteria for these weekend destinations.  First, the duration of the trip has to be within three days.  Typically referred to as Friday through Sunday.  Most people can take a Friday or Monday off.  Second, there should be no more than 400 miles traveled in a single day.  Many riders can comfortably ride much more than 400 miles in a day, however, to be inclusive of all types of bikes and riding styles, the cap is 400.  Lastly, the ride must be able to be done by 95% of riders out there.  The ride must be nearly entirely street based and within a certain level of difficulty to be inclusive.

If you are looking for tips and advice on how to travel overnight with your motorcycle, please enjoy this story featuring valuable insight.

Photo National Park Sercice.

Yosemite National Park

Ah, Yosemite.  Getting to Yosemite from Los Angeles is a slog no matter how you look at it.  The route you take will largely depend if Highway 120, the Tioga Pass, is fully open.  Tioga Pass is a Butler Maps G-1 run.  You can check the National Park Service Yosemite Website for current information on whether roads are open or closed.

Half-Dome Vista Point on Tioga Pass

If Tioga Pass is open, I recommend traveling up Interstate 395 and staying in Mammoth Lakes or Bishop. 

If Tioga Pass is closed, (The eastern approach is closed) you're stuck on CA-99 or, Heaven forbid, I-5.  Overnight in Sonora, Angels Camp, Mariposa, or Oakhurst.

Regardless if Tioga Pass is open or closed, Yosemite is a great run.  Tioga and Big Oak Flat will lead you into the heart of most of Yosemite’s best attractions.  It’s best to spend a whole day riding and exploring the park.   

One strong recommendation for Yosemite is to pack mosquito repellent.  The little buggers are everywhere and most active at dawn and dusk. 

Yosemite does have its share of phenomenal roadways.  One should be respectful and not treat Yosemite as an alternative to the racetrack.  It's important to realize many animals live in Yosemite, and they are not as road wise as you might think.  Visitors from all over the world also visit Yosemite demonstrating a broad range of driving skills.  Remember, Right of Way does not exceed the law of physics.  Be mindful, slow down, and enjoy the breathtaking scenery.  If there are not too many cars, you can further enjoy some very scenic and exciting roads.  You’ll be able to visit El Capitan, Bridal Veil Falls, Half-Dome vista points, Yosemite Falls, and much more, all in one day.

Enjoy a live stream of Yosemite Falls here.

Fortunately, by basing yourself in one of the nearby towns, recommended above you’ll also be able to enjoy great dining and a little history.

Yosemite Campground Map

Camping is very overrated in Yosemite.  Don’t listen to the people who foolishly boast that if you’re not camping, it’s not an adventure.  This mindset is short-sighted and very oblivious to reality.  That said, if you’re an experienced camper and camping appeals to you, please arrange, well in advance, campground reservations.  Remember, camping is not always ‘cheaper’ and after one buys all the expensive kit, it can be much more costly than a nice hotel with a private bathroom and hot shower.

If you do finish up Yosemite and have some spare hours of riding left in you, consider these noteworthy nearby Butler Maps rated highways.

Highway 4 from Angels Camp is spectacular, all the way to the end.  Take CA-88 or CA-108 back and you’ll have had a fantastic day of riding that you will brag about, to your friends!

The only downer you’ll experience going to Yosemite is heading back to Los Angeles.  It’s no secret that I-5 through the central valley is horribly annoying, at best.  One will desire to gnaw one’s fingers out of boredom.  If you’ve got some adventure or want to extend your trip, consider some of the incredible canyons off of I-5.  Del Puerto Canyon, (CA-130) west of Patterson, comes to mind.   It’ll drop you into San Jose, and you’ll be able to take I-101 or even the magnificent CA-1 Pacific Coast Highway back.  If you have the time, might as well!  If you don’t CA-99 is only slightly more interesting than I-5.  At least you do pass through towns.  If you can stand the stench of riding near Stockton, you’ll be OK.  I-5 and CA-99 meet south of Bakersfield at the base of the Grapevine.

San Luis Obispo

San Luis Obispo is a charming town just inland from Morrow Bay.  Because it’s not on the seafront, it’s very affordable for overnight accommodations.  Dining is excellent and again, not priced for tourists.   Because of its central location, it makes a perfect weekend destination on a motorcycle. 

From Downtown Los Angeles, San Luis Obispo or SLO is 190 miles via the 101.   

If you want to have a truly enjoyable ride, consider the longer but more interesting back roads to SLO.  Make your way to Santa Paula and Ojai.  Continue to Taft.  The roadway north of Ojai is where the motorcycle magazines take many of their sexy motorcycle shots with the bike leaned over and stunning scenery.  Yes, you’re welcome.  Be sure to fuel up in the near ghost town of Taft.  There will not be gas for quite some time, from here.  

From Taft, continue north on the 33 until you reach CA 58.  Head west and take it all the way into SLO.  Signs will point the way.

Court Street in SLO

In SLO, don’t be afraid to bargain shop a little for lodging rates. 
Two similar hotels can vary by as much at $90 per night.  Remember, you’re just there to keep your stuff during the day and to enjoy romance with your partner, sleep and use the loo. 

Once settled in SLO, enjoy great dining ranging from hole in the wall to hole in your wallet. 

If after you pull into SLO and drop your kit off at the hotel, you are looking for a quick amazing and fun road, consider taking a run on Prefuma Canyon Road.  It’s not very long, but the roadway and sights are breathtaking.  It's also featured in the Butler Maps as a G-1 Roadway.  Be warned, there is a small two-mile section of hard-packed gravel.  Any bike, including super-sports, can do it, just fine.   It’s not a speed canyon, but rather a scenic technical canyon.

Prefuma Canyon

Prefuma Canyon is on the east side of town and is pretty easy to locate.  Consider taking it before dinner.

On Saturday, wake up early and enjoy a good breakfast because you're going up CA-1 (Pacific Coast Highway) to Monterey.

The 135 miles up Pacific Coast Highway (PCH) is considered one of the top 10 driving/riding roads in the world.  It does NOT disappoint.  It is better if you can run it during the week, but you will enjoy it no matter when you go.  Do consider stopping in Morro Bay, Big Sur, and Carmel before you enjoy lunch in Monterey.

After Lunch, turn around and head back on PCH for an equally pleasant trip back down the coast.  There will be numerous opportunities to stop and take photos.

On the final day, there are multiple ways to head home.  One can head back on CA-58 to the 33 south to the 166 west.  Make a left at  Hudson Ranch Road and ride through the Bitter Creek National Wildlife Refuge.  This road will continue all the way to Frazier Park and eventually, to I-5 for the final leg home. 

Of course, one could also take the interstate back.  This may not be a bad option unless you wait too late in the day and hit major traffic from Oxnard to the 405.

The choice is yours, but the weekend will be splendid, and you will be the envy of all your friends and co-workers, come Monday morning.

When you’re in Southern California, visit Irv Seaver BMW in Orange County.  Irv Seaver BMW, located on Katella Avenue, is just three minutes east of Anaheim Stadium and 8 minutes from Disneyland.

At Irv Seaver BMW, you'll find one of  the USA's biggest and best stocked BMW Motorrad dealer.  Irv Seaver BMW also features exceptional brands such as BMW Motorrad Apparel, Held USA, Schuberth, Butler Motorcycle Maps, Bull-It Jeans, Drayko Jeans, Shoei Helmets, Arai Helmets, Sidi Boots, and many more.

Yosemite Falls (NPS)

Bridal Veil Falls (NPS)

El Capitan (NPS)

Sunset in Yosemite (NPS)

Big Sur

Morro Bay

Looking at the view

Great riding on PCH

Great riding in Yosemite

Lots of Motorcyclists come to Yosemite

Hiking trail to Half Dome

Overlooking Pacific Coast Highway

Elaine and Danny Wassaner in a cafe on PCH

This is why PCH is a Butler Maps G-1 road

German motorcyclists who rented H-Ds to run PCH.  (Except for one who was grateful he insisted on a BMW)

Sea Lions on Morro Bay. 

 ©2016 Jim Foreman All Rights Reserved

Is There Any Good Riding In Orange County?

Words by Jim Foreman ©2014

Images Jim Foreman and Kendal Foreman ©2014

Southern California is well known for having some of the most diverse and exciting roads available to motorcyclists.  Very few regions in US and even the world can compare to excitement and beauty offered right here in the southland.

Why is Orange County, in particular, mostly devoid of these spectacular offerings?  In truth, we’re not… completely.   

Orange County may never boast the magnificence of AngelesCrest Highway or the breathtaking views of Palomar Mountain.  We will never have a ‘Palms to Pines Highway’ (CA 243 to Idyllwild) or the nearby CA-38 to Big Bear Lake either. 

Fortunately, for all who ride, those roads and many more roads of greatness are nearby.

So, what do we have?  Most riders will immediately identify Ortega Hwy (CA 74) as Orange County’s best road.  That assessment may be entirely true. 

Ortega Highway (CA 74)

Ortega Hwy stretches from San Juan Capistrano to Lake Elsinore in Riverside County.  If not surrounded by so many other roads of greatness, in surrounding counties, Ortega would be considered a phenomenal destination road. 

Elizabete on Ortega Highway with her BMW F 650 GS

Most Ortega riders simply get there by taking I-5 south and exiting at Ortega Highway.  There’s a Shell Station right there, though it’s actually positioned to benefit westbound traffic.  Riders who have a bit more time and know the area opt to take the back way in via Live Oak Canyon and Antonio Parkway.  For most motorcyclists, Ortega Hwy truly begins at Antonio Parkway. 

There is a quality about Ortega Hwy that is quite unique.  The road gradually builds in intensity.  It begins as a beautiful meandering run with wide sweepers.  Later, moderate speed switchbacks present fun peg scraping opportunities.  Ortega Hwy builds to a spectacular crescendo of awesomeness as a rider descends the mountain.

Jim Foreman and Daniel Rice on our S 1000 Bikes

There are two roadhouses along Ortega Hwy.  The loud-pipe friendly Hell’s Kitchen in El Cariso Village and The Lookout with a stunning view of the lake and valley below.  The Lookout is the quieter of the two.  If you find yourself riding on a holiday, Hell’s Kitchen is open early for Breakfast and throughout the day.

The best time to ride Ortega Hwy is Sunday after 3 pm and during the week except for typical rush hours 7:30 am to 9:30 am and 3 pm to 6 pm.

There are two spin-offs from Ortega Hwy that do deserve your attention.  There is very little traffic on either, and both are unique.  Offerings of fun, adventure and scenery are yours for the taking.  Both of these roads are on opposite sides of Ortega Hwy, and the roadways are just 1000 meters from Hell’s Kitchen.

Look for this sign after Hell's Kitchen

North Main Divide Road is a giant loop that services many of the campgrounds in the area.  There are many beautiful vistas.  It’s also a great place if you want to be left alone to think, write, reflect, make-out, or just take a nap on a park table.  The road starts off quite smooth. Lack of regular maintenance produces much rougher surfaces, as you continue.  The name of the road changes several times to El Cariso Road, Forest Route 3S04 and finally Long Canyon Road.  It eventually loops back to Ortega Highway.  Early on, one can ride a little aggressively, but soon the conditions of the road make the going slower.  Though it can easily be traversed on a road bike, it’s much more fun on a dual-sport like the BMW GS.

South Main Divide Road is a fairly well-kept secret for motorcyclists.  Most don’t take it all the way to Murietta but instead turn around at some point to rejoin Ortega Hwy.   This road can be a thrilling and entertaining day ride, all on its own.

A back way into Ortega Highway via Antonio Parkway, previously mentioned, is a lot of fun, too.

Santigo Canyon/Live Oak Canyon

General Store on Live Oak Canyon

Santiago Canyon is a relatively high-speed road that offers up wide sweepers and interesting vistas.  It begins at Chapman Ave and Jamboree Road and continues down to eventually become El Toro Road. 

For newer riders, this is often cited as a superb road to run.  It’s a nice mild stroll with no big surprises.  With that mentioned, one should not become complacent when riding Santiago Canyon.  Sadly, this road does claim several bikers each year, though most of them are alcohol related.

At the southern end of Santiago Canyon, is Cook’s Corner.  Cook’s is a roadhouse that is primarily frequented by the shiny chrome crowd.  That said, sportbikes, touring, and adventure bikes are also seen frequenting this roadhouse. 

Cook’s Corner also marks the beginning of Live OakCanyon.  Live Oak is a beautiful tree-lined road with many fun elevation changes and moderate corners.  It’s not terribly long, but it is quite enjoyable leading to an challenging uphill switchback just after the river crossing.  The road is well maintained but narrow in most places.  Small ranches and residences line this lovely road.  Please be mindful of that as I’m sure most people wouldn’t want to have loud rumbling or squealing pipes blasting through their neighborhood at all hours.

Pacific Coast Highway (CA-1)

PCH and Jamboree Rd

Pacific Coast Highway is many things to many people.  The part many motorcyclists find most enjoyable is from Jamboree south all the way to San Clemente. 

Of course, through much of PCH, one has magnificent views of the ocean.  Among the highlights are Crystal Cove State Park and San Clemente State Beach. 

Along the way are some unique and enjoyable places to stop and take a break.  Ruby’s Shake Shack at Crystal Cove is just one of those destinations.  Owned by Ruby’s Diner,  this popular place offers rich and creamy shakes in a variety of flavors.  Being on a motorcycle is an added benefit as there is often a lineup of cars waiting for parking.  Being on two wheels, just ride up to the front, park without impeding traffic and place your order.

Ruby's Shake Shack

Laguna Beach is also a favorite place to regain feeling in your bottom.  Whether it’s watching the beach volleyball or looking for the dolphins that jump about, at sea, there’s plenty to keep one interested.

In Dana Point, PCH Splits in half with the northbound and southbound sections as one-way streets.  On the southbound section, just past Violet Lantern, on the left is the Bonjour Café.  It’s a great place for Breakfast or Lunch and happens to also be the former production office for Bruce Brown.  Bruce Brown was the director of the motorcycle cult classic film, “On Any Sunday” and the epic surfer film, “Endless Summer.”  One can gather, quite quickly, where the inspiration to name his film director son Dana came from.

Carbon Canyon Road - Brea, CA(CA-142)

Start of Carbon Canyon Rd

Carbon Canyon Road is a pleasant little retreat for the soul.  Carbon Canyon Road starts off as Lambert Road east of the 57 Freeway.  The surrounding rural atmosphere instantly transports a rider away from suburbia and into the countryside.  Several small hamlets line the drive with a wicked ‘S’ turn near the end.  The elevation change through the ‘S’ turn often spooks new riders.  Just take it easy the first couple of times and keep your chin up.  It’s much worse if one is looking down.  The road ends in Chino.  One can either continue on toward their destination or turn around and run it again.  Avoid Carbon Canyon Road during rush hour (west in the morning and East in the afternoon) as many motorists try to use it as a bypass for a jammed up 91 or 60 freeway.

Turnbull Canyon Road – Whittier, CA

There's a lot of Awesome on Turnbull Canyon Road.

The inclusion of Turnbull Canyon Road is a total cheat.  Turnbull Canyon Road is in Los Angeles County, but it’s proximity to the Orange County and genuine awesomeness earns its place on this list.  Anyway, if you’re not cheating, you’re not trying.

Turnbull Canyon is among the most fascinating destinations due to its interesting, curious and bizarre history.  A plane crash, attempts at weather manipulation, a mental asylum, Hollywood celebrity party spot and the rumored former home of Anton LaVey (founder of the Church of Satan) all have a claim to history on this four mile stretch of roadway.

Turnbull Canyon runs between Painter Avenue and Beverly Blvd in Whittier and S. Vallecito Drive in Hacienda Heights, CA. 

Turnbull Canyon (or Turbo Canyon in the 80’s) is a technical canyon.  Think of it as a short Glendora Mountain Road.  Turnbull has two stages.  The half closest to Painter Avenue is a straight-up canyon.  No residences or intersections.  The other half is residential, and a good rider will respect that.  There is a beautiful, elevation changing, mini-carousel and some breathtaking views of the valley below, in this half.  Please take it easy in the residential section.  The last thing we need are angry residents causing heavy police presence, as has happened, in the past.  Run quietly through this section and be mindful and respectful of the residents.   It’s well worth it.

Honorable Mention

Though not spectacular or even awesome, there are several other places in Orange County to get some two-wheel therapy in. 

Hacienda Road between La Habra and Hacienda Heights is a great road for beginning motorcyclists. 
Add Colima Road between Whittier and Rowland Heights for beginning riders, too.  Colima Road is a good way to introduce higher speeds to a new rider. 

Brea Blvd/Brea Canyon Road between State College and Pathfinder Road is also a pleasant little run.

The end of Laguna Canyon Road.

Laguna Canyon Road (CA-133) Between Irvine and Laguna Beach is also a nice little treat.  It’s nothing fantastic, just a pleasant, pretty road except during traffic hours.

Approaching the 'S' Turn on Carbon Canyon Drive

Crystal Cove State Park

Colima Road

Mini Carousel on Turnbull Canyon Road

Heavenly sign on South Main Divide Road off of Ortega Hwy.

Pacific Coast Highway

Jim Foreman and Terry Rollinson taking a quick break in Laguna Beach

Santa Monica Mountains above Malibu

Let's Ride the Malibu Alps! -Chris Weir
©2013 Photos and words by Jim Foreman

Destination: Santa Monica Mountains
Type of Riding: Sport
What to Expect: Amazing Motorcycle roads with both tight, technical corners and high-speed sweepers.
Best Time To Go: Year Round M-F or weekend afternoons.
Police Presence: Weekends, heavy.  Today, only four on PCH.  One turning into La Salsa for lunch, two on bikes chatting it up with passers by and one just driving on the road.
Link to map: http://goo.gl/maps/bl4fj
Total Miles: 106
Roads covered: Latigo Canyon Road, Mulholland Hwy, Decker Rd, Encinal Canyon Rd, Stunt Rd, Topanga Canyon Blvd, Old Topanga Canyon Rd, Tuna Canyon, Pacific Coast Hwy.


Aug 07, 2013 -Today, is a bit of a sad day.  My friend Daniel Rice (excuse for taking time off work to ride) has to fly back to Shanghai, China to begin his fall semester.  I can say that we made the most of it!  Last weekend we did a track day at Buttonwillow Raceway with TrackDaz.  We both had an amazing time and both became much better riders because of it.

Because it was Daniel's last full day in SoCal, we decided to go big.  We began the ride at the Chevron Station at the corner of Sunset Blvd and Pacific Coast Highway in Pacific Palisades.  This is a good place to gas up and meet friends.  From there a quick right turn onto PCH was the start of this great day riding.

After being on PCH for a few minutes we both realized at the same time that we were both hungry.  It was lunchtime, so we decided on returning to Malibu Kitchen for some great Boar's Head Deli Sandwiches.  Malibu Kitchen is nestled in a shopping center right behind the Shell Station at PCH and Cross Creek.  There are several cafes in this area.  There is a Starbucks (with tons of celebrity sightings) and across the street toward the back is a Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf with a nice patio.
If you enjoy sightseeing or star gazing, there are few better places in SoCal to enjoy this.

With our very satisfying sandwiches put down, we continued our journey.  Next stop, Latigo Canyon Road.  Latigo Canyon Road is one that Daniel and I have run numerous times.  At the base, we pulled off, fired up the GoPRO Cameras and made haste.  We are both familiar with Latigo and wanted to see how our skills have improved as a result of our track day experience.  I was a lot more confident, smooth and found it very enjoyable.  Daniel too was taking the corners like a pro.  We followed it up to Kanan-Dume Road and took a right and then an immediate left at Mulholland Hwy.  Most riders take a right on Mulholland to run 'The Snake'.  On any weekend one will see photographers and videographers shooting pics and video of bikes and cars running through.  Some even have YouTube channels such as RnickyMouse.  We saved 'The Snake' for later.  Decker Canyon was our immediate goal. 

On Mulholland Hwy headed west, we passed the branch for Encinal Canyon and Westlake Blvd.  At the branch to Decker Canyon Rd, keep left or make sure you have good U-Turn skills.  Like Latigo Canyon, Decker Canyon Rd has lots of technical corners but it also has some nice fast sweepers and beautiful vistas as you approach the ocean.  At the base of Decker Canyon Rd and PCH, we made a left onto PCH and then a Left onto Encinal Canyon.
Many sportbikers skip Encinal Canyon road but I tell you this...  Don't skip it.  It's a fast road with some very cool sweepers.  The Speed Limit is 55MPH meaning you can take these very aggressively.  If you're like me, you'll even scrape your pegs on the way.  Going up Encinal Canyon there is little traffic so let it loose.  At the end of Encinal Canyon, we rejoined Mulholland Hwy and re-crossed Kanan-Dume Rd and began our run on 'The Snake' and the famous 'Dead Man's Curve'.

'The Snake' basically starts at The Rock Store and works it's way up Mulholland to the 'Top of the Snake' which is the 'Dead Man's Curve'.   We went the other direction and started at the top and worked out way down.  The corners are tight and leave little room for error.  If it's your first time through here, slow down for the first couple runs until you know what's coming.  Way too many sport riders crash here because of overconfidence and unskilled ego.  We had a blast and again I scraped my foot peg going through.  We ended up at the deserted Rock Store and stopped to grab a few pics.

For those wondering, Daniel is riding a 2013 Kawasaki ZX-6R with ABS.  (BMW Doesn't make a 600 Supersport)  In the future He wants an S 1000 RR or HP4 but for now, this'll do.  I'm riding a 1999 BMW K 1200 RS (with a Wunderlich Performance Chip).  These were the same bikes we recently took to the track.
From the Rock Store we headed east on Mulholland Hwy.  Again, many sportbikers avoid this but don't.  There are lots more very fast sweepers and elevation changes that will keep one's interest piqued.

We followed Mulholland to Stunt Rd and made a right.  Stunt Road is also amazing.  It has fast sweepers too but they're a little bit tighter.  If you're wearing knee sliders, you'll definitely be making new scratches.  Taking Stunt to the top reveals a visual treat.  There is an overlook with the Pacific Ocean below.  We parked our bikes and asked a group of onlookers to snap a photo of us.  They were chatting up about how they want to ride motorcycles and I encouraged them to take the Basic Riders Course through the MSF by signing up for a class.
From the top of Stunt Rd, we turned around and went right back down it.  Stunt Rd is just as much fun going down as it is going up!  We continued back to Mulholland Hwy and took it to Topanga Canyon Blvd. 
Ah... Topanga Canyon Blvd.  Many sportbikers avoid this road because of the cars.  I say 'Bullocks!'  If you take a right on Topanga and just wait at the side of the road, you will witness a miracle akin to Moses parting the Red Sea.  In a short while, you'll see a two to three minute gap of cars going south.  We just crept on Topanga until a car caught up to us.  We had the whole side to ourselves until we caught up to the cars near the village of Topanga.  The speed limit is 45 but you can do much more.  The sweepers are intense and without the aforementioned cars in the way, it worked out really well.  More sparks were flying from my footpegs as I raced through a perfect carousel.  Lot's of elevation changes also work well.  This trick only seems to work going south on Topanga Canyon.  We got to Old Topanga Canyon Road and made a right and took it back up to Mulholland Hwy.  We made a right and ran Topanga Canyon Blvd AGAIN!  We were like a couple of crack addicts desperate for our next hit.  Old Topanga Canyon Rd shouldn't be discounted either.  It's a lovely road with many fine and well cambered corners and switchbacks.
The village of Topanga has a wealth of history including being one of the hangouts of John Phillips (the Mamas and the Papas), Brian Wilson (Beach Boys) and Charles Manson(Cult Leader).  Topanga is also the location Peter Fonda and Dennis Hopper chose to film the Hippie Commune scene of 'Easy Rider' when the New Buffalo Commune in Taos, New Mexico refused to let them shoot there.  If you have the time, explore a little bit.  You'll certainly be thankful you did!
Shortly After Old Topanga Canyon Road on the Right is Fernwood Pacific Dr.  It becomes Tuna Canyon Road.  Tuna Canyon is difficult.  It's a one-way, one lane challenge on a Motorcycle.  It's downhill, very technical and lacks guardrails so if you misjudge, it'll be a long way down.  Lots of bicyclists take this road so please keep a watch out.  At the bottom of Tuna Canyon Rd, we made a left onto PCH and a quick left onto Sunset and into the 76 station.

This was a great run but there are even more canyons worth running.  We would have run them if we had more time.  Look up Las Flores Canyon road (but going uphill is really the preferred way)  Downhill, there is a really nasty, narrow, off camber corner that will really mess up your day toward the base.  You'll know it because the road is also really bad.  Piuma Rd, Yerba Buena, Deer Creek and others also deserve lots of attention.

Being in canyons, road debris can be a factor, so take those blind corners a little slower just in case there is some nastiness on the road. 
Soon an Off-Road Adventure will be posted for the dual-sporters.  Stay tuned!

Latigo Canyon

More Latigo Canyon Road

Encinal Canyon Rd

Stunt Rd

Our sandwiches from Malibu Kitchen

Fun place for observing people.

I'm gonna miss riding with Daniel while he is away.

Encinal Canyon Rd.

One of Latigo Canyon's many crests

....And Stop.

©2013 Jim Foreman