Jawbone Canyon to the Trona Pinnacles // Off Road & Camping

We took a great trip starting up Jawbone Canyon and camped just outside of Claraville in the Piute Mountains northwest of Mojave. From there, we took Piute Mountain Road down through the Kelso Valley, back out to the desert ultimately arriving at the Trona Pinnacles. (Episode 7 - 2/25/21)
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[@allisondangelo2372]

Thank you for sharing💜💫🦋

[@TrailNewbie]

My pleasure! Thank you for watching and for your comment! I really appreciate it! 😀

[@DocWrangler]

another great video...

[@TrailNewbie]

Thanks Doc! 👊🏼

[@damiangadal5521]

Very nice!

[@TrailNewbie]

Thank you thank you! 😀😀👏🏼👏🏼

[@jc4evur661]

I'm envious of your clean windshield

[@TrailNewbie]

Hahaha! Ya. I actually carry around a spray foam window cleaner and microfiber towels on each trip. 🤣 Every gas stop, air up, air down, end of day, beginning of day, stopping for lunch, stopping to look at a rock …. I clean it 🤣 It’s a sad sad existence 😂

[@kennethtew2740]

Excellent!

[@TrailNewbie]

Thanks Kenneth! Appreciate it. Will be doing more and more content like this! Viewers seem to like these ones the best! 😀

[@kennethtew2740]

@@TrailNewbie I look forward to seeing more! See you out in the wilderness!

[@alfa8822]

Thanks for the video! I’ve never done that route to Sequoia. And I’ve been to the pinnacles and driven past Jawbone many times. My nephew lives in Trona. We will try that route in the future

[@TrailNewbie]

Ya, it was really a fun trip. I just love that area! Going from the 🏔️ to the 🏜️- California is so amazing with its vast geography.

[@tagon]

Seriously, amazingly done video! The narration, video editing; highlighting the names, and trail markers for others to explore, can't wait to follow your content and enjoy the adventure! Subscribing, hope your channel continues to grow!

[@TrailNewbie]

Thank you so much! Hearing that people enjoy the videos is super rewarding. Next stop is Tahoe area, no, not the Rubicon, but some great spots nonetheless! Thanks again. 😃😃

[@L4M858]

Pretty good videos there TrailNewbie. I've been all around Panamint/Death Valley and such, but your videos have motivated me to go back as soon as the weather cools a bit. There's still so many mines in those areas I haven't checked out yet. Your videos are high quality, thanks!

[@TrailNewbie]

Awesome!! So glad to hear it! Thank you for you comment and encouragement!! Indeed - you should get out there once the weather chills a bit. That area is SO awesome!!! 👏🏻👏🏻👊🏼😃

[@LizaLavolta]

Trona is just so beautiful

[@TrailNewbie]

Indeed!! 👊🏼🙌🏼😃👏🏼

[@naturegloadventures]

INCREDIBLE video! You really capture the beauty and wonder of this region. Some of my most favorite places in the world. So much so, I moved out of full-time vanlife and settled here. At least for the present. LOL. The gypsy in me wants to explore longer and deeper in this area everyday! Thank you!

[@buitenbrothers]

Wow I love this!!!

[@TrailNewbie]

Thanks DeJong 4x4s! That was technically a DeJong 4x4 as the trailing vehicle!

[@Ashleighjoy06]

This is AMAZING!

[@TrailNewbie]

Thanks Ashleigh! You guys gotta go with us next time! SO FUN!

[@FaithKMerrill]

Amazing!!!

[@TrailNewbie]

Ahh, thanks for the compliment! That trip was amazing!

[@TOBYH]

Nicely done, loved the music, very interesting footage, good job.

[@TrailNewbie]

Thank you! And thank you for reaching out! 😄👊🏼 Ya, Trona is so amazing. This was one of my earliest videos - but it still captures many people’s imagination.

[@jaimeelokz]

Your videos are all so amazing and you can definitely see how much effort is put into them.

[@TrailNewbie]

Ahh! Thank you so much! It’s comments like this that make all work worth it! Really appreciate you taking the time to comment. 😀😀

[@phillipcox2420]

Very well done.

[@TrailNewbie]

Thanks Phillip! Appreciate it!

[@TrailNewbie]

New video out, Surrounding the Rubicon! 🪨🌲

[@xnihilo1044]

I lived in the Lancaster area for 25 years, so everything you're showing was in my backyard. I'm an adventure bike rider and have experienced everything here. Great presentation! I live in Iowa now. About the only thing I miss about Kali is the wonderful landscape and roads.

[@TrailNewbie]

Oh wow! Thank you for reaching out. Yes, that area is exceptional! Ya, I’ve never been to Iowa, but I’d imagine it’s a little more flat than California 😭 Happy to give you a little piece of those memories here with my videos! 😄

[@tommysimmons5266]

Don’t go to chesla Iowa, could get trapped in a tree by 3 coyotes. True story 4 years ago on my bicycle tour ride.

[@palatanong]

sick drone shots

[@TrailNewbie]

Thanks Bryan! Mavic Air 2 is so good. So fun to fly!

[@bep6060]

Love your videos!

[@TrailNewbie]

Ahh man! Thank you, really appreciate you taking the time to comment. It’s the comments like this that give us the 🔥 to keep making content. Thanks again! Reach out anytime.

[@epoe74]

Wow, video well done!! Looks amazing.

[@TrailNewbie]

Thanks! Appreciate it!

[@gilgrc]

What a great video!!

[@TrailNewbie]

Thank you so much! Love hearing from viewers 😃 and hoping to put out more content soon! Been on a hiatus due to work. 😩

[@Bassmaster1256]

The Trona Pinnacles are awesome. I'm so glad to have had a few beers with Friends right in the middle of them.

[@TrailNewbie]

Ya, truly a wonder of nature! Such a unique spot to hang out at, and really feel a part of something so interesting! 👊🏼👏🏼😁 Thanks for reaching out! 😀😀

[@shupingyin8082]

Poetic

[@thephotographerdiaries]

Love the VO's on this!

[@TrailNewbie]

Thanks! It’s always weird to hear your own voice - to hear that it worked out well is a big sigh of relief to me. 😅

[@RhinoOffroad]

Great work man! Really enjoyed the trip

[@TrailNewbie]

Thanks buddy! Appreciate it. Looking forward to seeing some footage from Oregon! Travel safe!

[@zaneturner8423]

Excellent work !! Some of the best music choice and narration that I have seen. Keep it up and I'll keep watching.

[@TrailNewbie]

Thanks Zane! Really appreciate it. Thanks for the feedback - the next trip is trails near Tahoe. 😁

[@underthetornado]

Nice video. Mohave desert is my home. I enjoyed seeing Jawbone Canyon and Forest scenes!❤

[@TrailNewbie]

Right on! Thank you so much for the comment! And so glad to hear you enjoyed! It’s such an awesome area! I have a video coming out in a couple weeks about Panamint Valley so stay tuned!! 👊🏼👏🏼😄

[@donzimmer4616]

Enjoyed the narration and video. I’m going to Jawbone next week.

[@TrailNewbie]

Thanks Don! I appreciate the encouragement! Have a great trip. Let me know if you need any tips re: Jawbone to Piute Mtn.

[@outdoorexistential]

Epic adventure! Well put together sir!

[@TrailNewbie]

Thanks! Glad you liked the video! Alabama Hills next weekend!

[@outdoorexistential]

@@TrailNewbie Looking forward to it!

[@fidedavalos]

Wow, I’m so amazed at your video making skills! The views are spectacular.

[@TrailNewbie]

Thank you so much, I appreciate hearing from you and for your encouraging words! It’s comments like this that keep content creators like myself going! I am not sponsored, nor do I make any real money off of doing KZbin. It is 100% a hobby, and a joy to make these videos. When comments like yours, come back, it is the fuel that helps keep folks like us going! Thank you again and reach out anytime!

[@hobbiesfordays499]

Epic video

[@TrailNewbie]

Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it! Just checked out your new channel and love the RCs!!!

[@TrailNewbie]

New video out, Surrounding the Rubicon! 🪨🌲

[@jamesmctiernan895]

Great video! And thank you for the idea of camping at trona on our trip in May. 👍🏻✌🏼❤️

[@TrailNewbie]

You got it James! Thanks for the encouragement! I’m new to all this - but love getting out there. Let me know if you want the coordinates to the campsite we used. I think it was one of, if not the best!

[@jamesmctiernan895]

Yes please! I’d really appreciate the coordinates.

[@TrailNewbie]

GPS 35.616834, -117.360603 This should be the spot where we camped!

[@joaocarlos9806]

My favorite KZbin channel ✅👌💯

[@TrailNewbie]

Thanks Joao! Man, I wish I could get out again soon - but been busy busy busy! More content coming soon buddy!

[@toyoxventure]

Awesome drone shots👌

[@TrailNewbie]

Thanks! Appreciate it. Flying the drone is SO FUN! And really give a whole different perspective of these locations. 😁

[@toyoxventure]

@@TrailNewbie it's great especially when you're lost or looking for another trail to detour to

[@TrailNewbie]

Yep, have done that a time or two!

[@russellharford806]

Well done! Not too much commentary and just enough information from your journey. Outstanding drone footage of the Trona Pinnacles. Overall, it would be difficult to find better conditions for overlanding.

[@TrailNewbie]

Thank you so much, I really appreciate the feedback and your kind words! Yes, the Trona pinnacles are just amazing! It was a really fun trip. 🙌🏼👊🏼👏🏼

[@SouthEastOutdoorss]

Wow! Amazing video bro!!!!

[@TrailNewbie]

Thanks Bobby! I appreciate it! 😃

[@SouthEastOutdoorss]

What drone are you using?

[@TrailNewbie]

It's just a Mavic Air 2. Unfiltered, just pretty much stock outta the box. :)

[@SouthEastOutdoorss]

Appreciate it bro! Im planning a trip in two weeks do you have the gpx files from your trip you can share?

[@TrailNewbie]

@@SouthEastOutdoorss I do. Do you have Instagram? Can you ‘follow’ me there and I can get your email address to send them to? @trailnewbie

[@jcnubla]

Awesome video 👌 keep it up 👍

[@TrailNewbie]

Thanks! Appreciate it! Checking out your channel as we speak (type). 😉

[@jcnubla]

@@TrailNewbie oh cool 👍 hope you enjoy our videos too

[@TrailNewbie]

@@jcnubla ya buddy! Love the family aspect in your videos, so great to see the kids out there!

[@jcnubla]

@@TrailNewbie thank you! Appreciate it! Keep the videos coming! Excited to see what’s next!

[@TrailNewbie]

New video out, Surrounding the Rubicon! 🪨🌲

[@TwoFeet.FourWheels]

I've gone from Jawbone to Claraville. Its so amazing how the terrain changes throughout that trail.

[@TrailNewbie]

That trail really is awesome! So fun to go from the desert to the pines. 🌲 🌵

[@chihermoso]

Was just in trona 2 weeks ago. Id like to do this trail that you went. Nice video sir! Saluteee

[@TrailNewbie]

Thanks! It was a great trip! Such a unique spot.

[@miqsh70]

Very nice voice, keep making videos!

[@TrailNewbie]

Ahhh, you’re too sweet! It’s always strange hearing your own voice on a recording - appreciate your encouragement. 😁

[@TrailNewbie]

New video out, Surrounding the Rubicon! 🪨🌲

[@miqsh70]

@@TrailNewbie Oh wow, I’m going to Tahoe next week!

[@TrailNewbie]

@@miqsh70 awesome! Also, a really easy trail that can be done just off the Rubicon is the Noonchester Mine trail. Don’t even need a Jeep for it.!

[@miqsh70]

@@TrailNewbie I’m here and it’s freaking 45F!

[@Ron-N-Ellen-Adventures]

Wow, nicely done video. I just found you here on KZbin, I can't believe that you only have 302 subscribers. I know the Pinnacles well, I used to inspect the RR tracks out there to Trona. It is on my bucket list to return with our RV and Jeep to explore. Have you ever done the "Barney Riley trail", between Monitor Pass and the 395? It has two river crossings and a natural hot spring on the trail, it would make a good video. Keep these great videos coming, and travel safe.

[@TrailNewbie]

Wow, Ron! Thank you for the kind words! :) The subscribers keep coming, but small and slow - just a fun hobby for me. No, I've never done Barney Riley trail, but WILL CHECK OUT FOR SURE!!! Thanks again, keep in touch!

[@TrailNewbie]

And just sub'd to your channel - will keep an eye out for a Trona video from you someday!

[@Over_Lando]

Just traced this whole route .. will Be doing it form Jawbone to Bodfish

[@TrailNewbie]

Awesome! Ya, it’s an amazing route! You will love it. Enjoy! And thanks for the comment! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼

[@michaelmccafferty7341]

Lost in Space’s spaceship, the Jupiter 2, crash landing sequence was filmed at Trona Pinnacles 😊

[@TrailNewbie]

Right on! Ya, there’s so much film history in the high desert of CA. Alabama Hills as well. 😄 Thanks for reaching out!

[@Ebbrush3]

Rihanna's sledgehammer from star teck was filmed at Trona Pinnacls .................great song FYI

[@TrailNewbie]

Oh that’s awesome! I knew there were definitely some films done out there, and a Lady Gaga music video - didn’t realize Rihanna did one out there too! 😀😀👏🏼👏🏼

[@higiniovaldez7141]

Very nice video. It makes those who have not experienced it get out and do it. Great job! Do you happen to have the gpx file for your trip that you can share?

[@TrailNewbie]

I sure do! Do you have Instagram? Can you message me @trailnewbie and I’ll get them to you! 👍

[@TrailNewbie]

And thanks for the kind words! 😁

[@TrailNewbie]

New video out, Surrounding the Rubicon! 🪨🌲

[@timbaker4423]

Thank you for another fantastic video. The drone shots were awesome. What month were you there, and how were the desert temperatures?

[@TrailNewbie]

Thank you! I really appreciate the kind words and comment! I'm pretty sure we were actually there in the late winter of 2021. Like early or mid February. I think the best time to get out to Trona is late Feb to early March. April can get really hot, etc. if you hit the timing wrong - and it pretty much stays hot with daytime highs in the 90's - 100's through October. Another good option would be to go early December. Regarding the road up to Piute (it was a really dry year, we got lucky). That road could be snowed in very easily in February. Thanks again for the comment! I really appreciate it! 😀

[@timbaker4423]

@@TrailNewbie thanks

[@ponce1521]

Beautiful Video!! How much pin-stripping would a truck get going through that trail. Just curious.

[@TrailNewbie]

Hi 👋 this trip was a couple years ago - but was an awesome and very memorable one for me. I’m happy to report that this trail, both up to Piute via Jawbone Canyon Road as well as down to Trona - - there was zero pin-striping at all. 😃 It’s a great trail that will ensure your rig stays pin-stripe free! Thanks for the comment and for watching! I really appreciate it! 😃 👊🏼

[@ponce1521]

@@TrailNewbie Wow thats amazing how much that trail offers and still going to keep your rig looking good. Dont see that to often! Thanks for the reply!

[@fecar35]

Amazing video, very well done bud! Thank you. Do you have the GPX tracks for this, by chance? I will be riding there tomorrow.

[@TrailNewbie]

Felipe! Yes, I do. Can you ‘follow’ me on Instagram and message me there so I can get your email address?

[@fecar35]

@Trail Newbie Rock on! 👍 I'm following you on Instagram and sent the message. Thanks a lot!

[@TrailNewbie]

Just replied - will have them to you this afternoon via email.

[@leoj.1432]

Is this trail OHV friendly?

[@TrailNewbie]

Hi Leo, The Jawbone area for sure. To be sure how far those OHVs can go (up to Piute), I'd check with the Jawbone Station [phone] (is the # I believe). Regarding Trona area, yes any OHV would be fine as far as I know as it is BLM land. Thanks for reaching out!

[@jp1419]

What drone?

[@TrailNewbie]

Great question! DJI Mavic Air 2

[@oldjarjar]

very nice video. can you provide the gpx file for this trip?

[@TrailNewbie]

Hi! Sure! Can you ‘follow’ me on Instagram and message me there so I can get your email address and email over to you? 😃

[@JCreole]

Let me guess…Lunch for dinner is next…😂

[@TrailNewbie]

Hahahahhahah 100% nailed it!! 🤣🤣👊🏼👊🏼👏🏻👏🏻 😁😁

[@tonytaylor8217]

Do u need a 4x4 to get there

[@TrailNewbie]

Hi Tony, in my opinion, the entire trip we did (including Jawbone) could be done in 2WD with a truck or SUV. But, only if you are sure you’re not going to hit any snow up near Piute. The Trona area does not require 4x4 at all. This can be accessed by just about any vehicle.

[@taraaaron1242]

Unfortunately our mountains are on fire.

[@TrailNewbie]

I know. So sad. 😫 We’ve got some decent rain coming through this weekend, hoping that helps make a dent in the fires! 🙏🏼

[@taraaaron1242]

@@TrailNewbie ya it rained there and snowed in some places. We need it. Many places around buck rock and va.p Nelson are but. I was up at dinky creek area helping the forest rangers and it was burned up too. . My poor city was full of smoke for about a week from the sequoia and kings fire. . We are headed this weekend to the trona pinnacles. It will be our first time .

[@ryanvalte5254]

Hey! Love the video and we're going up there this weekend and wanted to know if there is cell service to contact our friends who are coming later.

[@TrailNewbie]

It’s a little spotty out there. 😬 so it might be good to rendezvous at a certain time at the bathrooms in case you can’t connect w/ each other.

[@TrailNewbie]

Wait, quick question: were you referring to Trona or Jawbone?

[@ryanvalte5254]

@@TrailNewbie Trona!

[@TrailNewbie]

Ahhh, ya, then my first response is good. 👍

[@shupingyin8082]

I have a 4x4 sprint van or Lexus 4x4 suv would I be okay just to find a campsite and do my night photography not off-road like you are doing

[@TrailNewbie]

If you are talking about the Trona area, yes, you'll be totally fine! There are many areas out there that are accessible by even 2WD. I highly recommend this for off road vans and any type of overlanding. I think you'll love it!

[@shupingyin8082]

@@TrailNewbie thanks

[@TrailNewbie]

@@shupingyin8082 No problem! Have a great trip when you head out there! And have a great weekend!

[@adidas4275]

Any chance you would be willing to add GPSx files for your trips? Would love to follow a king on Gaia with the videos & plan our own trips.

[@TrailNewbie]

Hi David! YES. I’m not sure how to add to KZbin. But I’ll connect w/ you on FB.

[@cautionontherun30]

@@TrailNewbie can you send me the trail file on facebook

[@TrailNewbie]

@@cautionontherun30 yes, no problem. Do you have Instagram where you can message me your email address? Or you can provide your email address here, and I'll delete it from this 'chat' so your email is not public.

[@cautionontherun30]

I sent you a message on msnger

[@cautionontherun30]

@@TrailNewbie I'll send you a message on ig

[@Yettee0201]

STOP FLYING DRONES in these areas!!! It’s prohibited to fly drones in these areas regardless if it’s for commercial use or not.

[@TrailNewbie]

Hi! Thank you for your concern. Protecting our National Forests and BLM lands is priority one! I think you might be thinking about designated wilderness areas where drones are prohibited due to being classed as “motorized equipment” as well as National Parks (plus areas managed by the National Park Service). Any and all drone flying here is recreational allowed per guidance from the USDA regarding National Forests. Here is a decent guide: www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/stelprd3846515.pdf and/or in land managed by the Bureau of Land Management where drone flying is permitted except in designated archeological areas I believe. I appreciate the feedback! It caused me to pause and refresh my knowledge on this topic to be sure that we weren’t violating any laws or rules.

[@joseflores-sx4qw]

There's one thing I did not like, that I was not there to enjoy those delicious food that you guys made lol ,nice video guys

[@TrailNewbie]

Ahhahaha! Man, I started to read the comment and was like, “oh no!”…. Then the rest got me good! 😂👏🏼 The 🍤 foil bake was EPIC. Highly recommend! Thanks for reaching out. 👊🏼

[@joseflores-sx4qw]

@@TrailNewbie 👊

[@naturegloadventures]

INCREDIBLE video! You really capture the beauty and wonder of this region. Some of my most favorite places in the world. So much so, I moved out of full-time vanlife and settled here. At least for the present. LOL. The gypsy in me wants to explore longer and deeper in this area everyday! Thank you!

[@TrailNewbie]

Oh! This is awesome! Thank you for reaching out and for the amazing comment! Enjoy all that area has to offer. 😀😀😀