I Can't Believe We Had to TURN AROUND!

Black Mountain trail is located about 13 miles north of Idylwild California just off of state route 243. This trail is a 12 ½ mile up and back that climbs 2300 feet straight up to a total elevation of just about 7700 feet and may take you about 2 hours one way depending on how much you choose to stop along the way. As you climb the mountain you will be rewarded with some of the most scenic trail views you can find anywhere here in Southern California.
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[@josevaldez2088]

Love that you guys go out as a family. I bought my first Jeep, a Gladiator, earlier this year and now my boys want their own so we can wheel together. Jeeps, off-roading, overlanding, and family…can’t ask for much more. Glad your son returned home safe. Semper Fi!

[@MDBDesigns]

Thanks to both you and your son for your service! Love the Channel, love seeing you all get out in the amazing nature we're surrounded by, and looking forward to all the other trips you have in store for us!

[@TrailRecon]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@karlanderson1791]

The major networks couldn't produce higher quality videos and definitely couldn't make them as interesting. Brad you deserve all the success you enjoy with your channel.

[@TrailRecon]

I appreciate that!

[@brandonmartin506]

Thank you and you son for your service because of people like you guys is why we can enjoy Jeeping and scenery like this. Land of freedom.

[@dave.in.oregon]

As a dad who raised two Boy Scouts in So Cal I LOVE Idyllwild…home of Camp Emerson… the oldest scout camp west of the Mississippi. Such a great little mountain town. I’ve spent many years up there for Cub Scout & Boy Scout events. Great vid as always 👍

[@kennethtew2740]

Great to see you getting to spend time with your son and wife on this gorgeous trail. I have to get out and see Black Mountain Trail, it is just about 2 1/2 hours east of me in Newport Beach, CA. Thanks for the preview!

[@edizydorek]

Thank you for sharing. It is great to see families adventuring together. And we thank your son for his service.

[@TheHarley883r]

i Just love your misses jeep... the 2 doors is not over done and perfect, and i see your son is just like his Dad , nice one Brad....been a big fan for some time , Nice to see the family out together doing what ya love !!!

[@charlesschroeter753]

Regina, I agree, stick with the 35s you got on the 2-door. 35s on a 2-door is the equivalent of 37s on a 4-door. More than good enough.

[@briarsmoke6046]

Regina is right, the 2door is perfect as it is and absolutely doesn’t need more lift and bigger tires to run most trails. I have a 3 inch metalcloak lift and 35’s on my 2 door JL and have never needed more than that.

[@Malc664]

Agree. The shorter wheelbase makes it as capable as a 4 door on larger wheels.

[@briandoeden1941]

Thanks for the trail ideas. Never knew that one was there. Gonna have to check it out.

[@jasont7814]

Thank you for your service Jordan 🇺🇸 Enjoy the day with your family.

[@quintenputnam4578]

Really nice trail thanks for sharing it... Happy Trails

[@patrickmurphy9115]

Thank the whole family for your service, Father, Mother, and Son. I like the decal on the yellow peril.

[@TrailRecon]

Thank you!

[@davidbartlett5604]

Love to see Regina out wheeling her yellow Jeep!!! I am also glad to see you incorporating her in more of your content, it sure helps in getting the wife to consider trying some of this!!!

[@jime.angulo4151]

great video and the Greek quesadillas.. wow! I'm definitely trying those. Thanks for sharing!

[@jasonlovell3934]

This is a video of what makes America great! Thanks to all who have served our nation for making this possible.

[@GATORADDAM]

What a great place, a great thing you do and a great family!

[@anjelosanez427]

As I scroll through KZbin looking for something to watch I realize everyone over edits their videos. Yours are perfect and I can really just feel the vibe and remember my trips in California. Honestly you don’t need to upgrade any of your camera or recording gear. Content is great

[@aberdeenbelfry316]

Something about a 2 door Jeep makes me happy.

[@regenakowitz]

Me too! 😁

[@richardpedersen9189]

That was GREAT Brad and Regina! My kind of laid-back fun trail 👍

[@thomaskolbe5241]

I'm with Regena on the tires on the yellow Jeep. Don't go bigger. The ones on it now suits it perfectly!

[@troywhitegarden9321]

That is truly a beautiful trail Brad, I'm glad you had the opportunity to enjoy it with family.

[@xtina818]

You guys are the cutest family ever. I love your videos. Warm regards from Alberta Canada

[@OVRLNDX]

Awesomeness!! That Greek Quesadilla looks bomb!!!

[@J.Young808]

Your son is a man after your own heart. I saw the surprise when he also thought Regina said “ Getting your step-son” and not steps on

[@lukefisher328]

Thanks Brad! Enjoyed watching

[@johnbarrios1598]

Thanks for inviting us. Absolutely scenery!! Made my day happier. My best to your family. Gosh I can never forget " six months deployments".

[@Jade-d]

Thanks Brad, really enjoyed this journey. What a beautiful family you have, you are truly blessed.

[@TrailRecon]

Thank you kindly!

[@fallriverns]

Man you are fast. I see on your GPS that you were on the trail on Friday then the video is out on Saturday. Quick editing. Beautiful area. Thanks for sharing.

[@jeffwelsh1185]

Hey Brad, Great video as always. Glad to see Jordan made it home safe from deployment. I spent a lot of time in that area as my grandfather homesteaded over the hills from there in Anza in the late 40’s. If you go south to Garner valley and head up the mountain on Devils ladder you can go up the Thomas mountain and over the top and down the other side into Batista canyon in anza valley. One year a friend took us up there in the snow in a 72 Chevy 3/4 ton 4x4 and when we got to the top , we heard an old engine chugging up from the other side. It was my grandpa and grandma in my grandpa’s 1924 Chevy touring car coming up to the top. All bundled up with blankets over there legs with no heater. At the junction of Hwy 371 in the valley, you can go up Santa Rosa mountain, at the top is a log cabin my grand dad use to deer hunt out of in the 1930’s. On the east side of the valley is coyote canyon, that use to be a pretty technical trail. That went all the way down to berreigo springs . We use to run that on bikes and buggies, grandpa would run that in an old international scout 80 powered by a Chevy 327, and carry the coolers and fuel for everyone. Always a family affair. Glad to see you, your son and Ms. Regina out enjoying what the lord provides for us to enjoy in our hobby. Semper fi.

[@arlenenolte8475]

what a beautiful drive! and thank you to your son for his service!

[@TrailRecon]

Thank you!

[@jaredgreen502]

Both Jeeps looking great.

[@Love2Wander]

My backyard amazing video Jordan thank you for your service. Our Jeep will be back on the trail soon. The fire lookout is a cool place to hike to. Stay safe

[@mikehancho138]

Great video of you and your family, keep them coming!

[@TrailRecon]

Thank you! Will do!

[@stevetabor4447]

Awesome video brad/ Regina/Jordan,,it is such a gorgeous area there, your Jeep looks really great brad but man I love Regina’s 2 door, good stuff guy’s welcome home Jordan,,,, as always be safe 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@TrailRecon]

Thanks 👍

[@regenakowitz]

Thank you! My two-door is the best!!! 😁

[@stevetabor4447]

@@regenakowitz most definitely 👍👍👍👍

[@MichaelSmith-kr9qw]

Glad to see Jordan is back !!! Seems just like last month he was headed out for their cruise, Out of the 6 years I did in the Corps I think the best part was spending it out at sea LOL !!! And those Greek Quesadillas looked yummy !!! The Sierra's never fail to give spectacular views that is probably the only thing I really miss about California. Semper Fi Doc !!!

[@TrailRecon]

Thank you for your service!

[@regenakowitz]

If you're interested, I just posted the recipe in the TrailRecon Community section. 😁

[@MichaelSmith-kr9qw]

@@regenakowitz That would be awesome !

[@ursulavantongeren6653]

@@regenakowitz How/where is the TrailRecon Community section? Love to have the recipe!

[@regenakowitz]

@@ursulavantongeren6653 From the TrailRecon channel's main page on KZbin, there's a navigation menu underneath the picture and "Community" is the fourth one. :)

[@Voyagersk9]

The PCT of a 6 month trail! If you can do it in 3 months then your a super hero! Lol… great video Brad!!

[@roymenke1909]

As a JKU owner I’m happy to see the silver one getting some love.

[@Green_Leaf]

I camped up there in 1999 and drove my 1987 Nissan Hardbody 4x4 on that trail. Good stuff 👍

[@andreipretorius92]

What an awesome video with beautiful jeeps, beautiful views and awesome people. Brad, I can’t get over that stance with your silver jk, it is so mean!

[@TrailRecon]

Thanks 👍

[@garyleibitzke4166]

Brad, I know some PCT thru hikers and it usually takes 6-7 months. The Fuller Ridge trailhead is just above where you showed and the Fuller Ridge Trail is part of the PCT.

[@wardperozuk2288]

2:28 and you are already talking about lunch! Thanks for the video!

[@TrailRecon]

We had a late start to the day, so my stomach was already rumbling! LOL!

[@davidcooper3957]

My wife and I both run 37” tires on our wranglers love the video and happy thanksgiving

[@regenakowitz]

Happy Thanksgiving! 😁🦃

[@bosse641]

So beautiful up in them mountains. ...and so handy the 2-door. Would love to get me one.

[@boldrbangr9834]

Beautiful scenery & impressive photography, but Greek Quesadillas? Come on, that's awesome! Now I'm hungry 😜

[@regenakowitz]

I just posted the recipe in the TrailRecon Community section, if you're interested. 😁

[@NoGasWelcomeAboard]

Know all those “run-ahead, then wait-for-me” drive by shots must’ve added hours to your trip. Thanks for doing them. They made it easy for us to appreciate that easy trail & simple quality time with your family…

[@mdskyhawk1976]

welcome home Jordan, love these family trail films

[@ThatGuyAlex69]

Glad to see your boy home safe! But dang I think I'm ready to move out west.

[@journeytobepresent5228]

PCT takes longer then 3 months. It's 2650 miles of smiles! I hiked the full length of it last year. I have some video of that very same lookout! Brought back some amazing memories!

[@nightfall22]

Wonderful family day brother. I loved this video. Beautiful scenery too

[@TrailRecon]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@Trd2020]

I was today years old when I knew there is a thing called Greek quesadillas 😂. Thanks for sharing . I learned something new

[@trd4d]

Putting the gps coordinates is worthy of a thumbs up even if nothing else is useful. Wish every off-road exploring group did that.

[@garyleibitzke4166]

Lots of fond memories of that road. Usually drove it up to the trailhead for the Fuller Ridge Trail and either camped there or backpacked up Fuller Ridge and continued to Little Round Valley camp and then to the top.

[@debbieflores5385]

Lol you don’t do hiking! You hike up and down those trails all day to give us some great content! Thank you for all you do. Love all your videos. You were up in our back yard in this one. We haven’t done this trail yet but it’s on the list now.

[@TrailRecon]

I love hiking, I don't do heights or mountain climbing, but yes, get a whole lot of steps in filming trails, keeps me young. Thank you!

[@reginaldwalton]

Look like those hikers were doing some rock crawling as well. LOL

[@Malc664]

Still 108 metres higher than Australias highest mountain. Gotta love America for natural beauty. A must visit on the bucket list.

[@joerivs80]

While sitting on my Zamboni, resurfacing the ice rink prepping for curling tonight, I was watching this video. When Regina and Jordan were talking I said the same thing at the same time as Jordan. “Your what?” It sounded like she said “dad’s putting my steps on next” or as Jordan and I heard it “dad’s putting my stepson next.” 😂🤣😂 I thought it was the cold of the ice rink and the noise of the Zamboni but when Jordan asked quickly “your what?!” I knew I wasn’t hearing things. 🤣😂🤣

[@DirtyBronco5555]

How can anybody possibly thumb down this . Great video thank you 🙏

[@darksideemt]

What a beautiful video and adventure.

[@user-xb2pk4lt9b]

What a beautiful family and two beautiful Jeeps!

[@josephschmoe3796]

Near the end of Black Mountain Rd, there used to be a YMCA camp called Camp Lackey. I spent several summers up there. The bussed us up in full sized school buses, it took around 90 minutes or so to do the 12 miles. Some of the turns required Austin Powers style 12 pt. turns to get through it. The camp was closed years ago and what was left of it burned to the ground in one of the fires that occurred in the area. I guessing the road was a little better maintained back then.

[@TrailRecon]

Nice bit of history, thank you! I can't imagine getting a bus back there now... would be interesting for sure.

[@DavidArroyo78]

That yellow jeep is super sweet! I would definitely consider getting one except I ordered my 2022 last night in stingray grey. Oh well maybe next jeep.

[@DarkTemplarrr]

This is awesome!!! thank you for the inspiration.

[@davidw9631]

Couldnt click on it fast enough! Thanks brad and trail recon team.

[@TrailRecon]

Hope you enjoyed it!

[@brunnie]

I think this is the first time I've seen Regena on a trail with you. Loved the trip. Until next time..... Travel Safe.

[@TrailRecon]

She gets out with my often, just going to turn the camera on a little more going forward when she is.

[@anotheroutdoorchannel...893]

I would love to have the trails like you guys have! We are in VA so we can wheel, it's just different than out there! Appreciate the content!

[@Blkgladiator]

ordered my first trail recon hoodie and it shipped this morning! can’t wait to wear it jeepin!!

[@TrailRecon]

Right on! Thanks for the support!

[@murphimoore920]

Awesome video and those Greek Quesadillas - MAN ! I gotta get the recipe!

[@regenakowitz]

I just posted the recipe in the TrailRecon Community section. Enjoy! 😁

[@gilbertarnold8666]

Great video thank you!

[@LoneStarSwirl]

I LOVE what you've done with your original JK! You have no idea how much you have inspired me and many others!

[@TrailRecon]

Thank you!

[@JamesBrown-hv1xu]

Always enjoy your videos! Please stay safe!

[@TrailRecon]

Thank you! Will do!

[@markreynolds3850]

Thanks for the ride, awesome trip!

[@silverbulletJKU]

I’m sorry Brad but I think we’re due for an updated bumper to bumper rig walk around! The highlight/ update video for the JKU was nice but I’m sure tons more has changed behind the scenes and in less obvious mods that didn’t make the cut for the last video. Hope to see it!

[@williamshoemaker6233]

Love both Jeeps and enjoy the videos!

[@Chiellus11]

Recovery should be easy now that you have The Banana with you ! :)

[@kevinpritchard3592]

Great vid and the lunch looked great

[@ogFIEND]

Just camped out there a few weeks ago with the fam. Awesome area to go out to. Just watch out for the awd’s flying around the corners.

[@198420tony]

Thank you for this video. I grew up in a town not far from there named Beaumont. I haven't been there in over 25 years. Its great to see again.

[@Rawstyle69]

His the dad we all want lol great video once again !

[@fwschnaar3179]

Would be so Cool to see Marco drooling in the background for that Lunch stop 👍

[@EricJohnson3753]

Mama Recons Jeep needs some over landing accessories. You can use the links in this video description for some great ideas!!! 😁

[@jeffflesner7260]

I love the paved road shot, smooth surface, no challenge trail. Actually almost fell asleep after a few minutes, can't say I'm putting this "trail" on a must see list, more like a picnic place to go.

[@TrailRecon]

Not every place we go is a moderate or difficult trails, sometimes it's just nice to get out, be with nature away from the hustle and bustle. Sorry I put you to sleep....

[@jobc9184]

Hi Brad I’m a big fan of your videos. I really loved this particular video and just amazed how beautiful that silver Jeep transformation came out. Keep up the good work!

[@jimhagler2242]

Loved it!

[@tomgardner6294]

Looks like a great family day to me!

[@Shanecohen]

love my weekly dose of watching other ppl drive over rocks and eat food

[@TrailRecon]

Thanks for joining us!

[@DavesEpicPhoneShots]

Fun ride thanks for sharing

[@P4SDetails]

Looks like you had a pretty sick adventure! Love that Jeep my bru.

[@allmightygreat1892]

Thank you for perfect video. So perfectly presented.

[@kenhoward3512]

Beautiful video / beautiful Jeeps. As always, great camera work and editing.

[@TrailRecon]

Thank you very much!

[@trevorj.8401]

Man talk about a spitting image!!! That boy looks just you! Lol

[@JeffLenney]

Off topic, but I saw your old Gladiator 2 weeks ago up at Santas Village in Lake Arrowhead. Talked to the guy briefly who bought it from you, he's taking care of it - great looking rig!

[@Redhead497]

Great Video! I spent a weekend on this trail a few weeks back and it was amazing. Good camping and beautiful views! I originally found this trail off of one of your Instagram stories and looked all over SoCal for a trail that looked like the one you were on! Haha. Keep it up!

[@zublacus]

Simple Man. Good call. I'm in a Lynyrd Skynyrd Tribute band, so I approve.

[@rocklanderoffroad]

Bought my first jeep 3 years ago. 4 jeeps later I have my crawler and now my daughters have their TJ we are building! I have the same shocks and ended up getting the skid plates for the back shocks, I have hit them a time or two!

[@andysolorzano4126]

Hey Brad, thanks for this video! Our group of weekend off roaders were just on this trail two weekends ago. As one of the more experienced off roaders, I was so busy watching out for others in the group, I didn't get to enjoy the scenery as much as I'd liked, until we stopped. Your video gave me a great look at the road we traveled and some of the scenery I missed. Again, thanks and stay safe out there.

[@TrailRecon]

Thanks for taking the lead and showing folks great places to explore, just don't forget to get out there and enjoy it for yourself.

[@libmananchannel]

Hello! This is amazing! It's a mountain run with a wonderful jeep! I had a lot of fun watching it! It's an interesting video! Thank you for sharing!

[@donhgr]

Very similar to the roads we take our line trucks on to get to the power lines in the Colorado mountains

[@Aaron-ge1hy]

Awesome video! 👍

[@TrailRecon]

Thank you! 👍