Ridge Route Preservation Organization

November 2025 Storm Update

The storm that is currently hitting Southern California is predicted to drop quite a bit of precipitation on the Ridge Route area. We will be monitoring the weather and assessing whatever damage may occur as soon as we can after the storm has clear. We will need your help afterward to help clear the road and repair any damage. We also wish to thank all those that have helped us so far during our CUTRR events, which have reduced potential hazards along the road and ensured its continued existence.

Regardless of the position of the gates, no travel is recommended over the Ridge Route during or after this storm. There could be many hazards up there that could either leave you stuck or otherwise stranded on the road. Such travel can also damage the roadway, which is also something we want to avoid.

If you’d like to monitor the weather yourself, here are some sites you might want to consider:

Weather Forecasts from the National Weather Service:

Rainfall Totals for Gorman, Sandberg, Castaic Powerhouse, and Castaic from Los Angeles County Public Works

AlertCalifornia Cameras

VIDEO: Historic Old Ridge Route Gets Much-Needed Repairs Thanks to SoCalGas and Preservation Efforts

READ the full story here

A dive into the work happening up on the Old Ridge Route with RRPO board member, Sydney Croasmun and SoCalGas representative, Rob Duchow!

Get a glimpse of the roadwork, learn about the history and significance and see why this project is so important.

Thank you so much KHTS for a great video and report!

Looking for a Board Member

We’re looking to add a board member to help lead volunteer events!

The dream candidate would:
– Live withing driving distance (Castaic, Santa Clarita, Bakersfield, Frazier Park, Lebec…) of the Old Ridge Route.
– Have a vehicle that has ground clearance (4WD not needed)
– Be physically capable of using hand tools like shovels and rakes
– Available on select weekends

And have a passion for roads or history!

This is a volunteer position and would grant access to the road for official purposes, with keys after a test period.

Sound like you? Contact SCroasmun@RidgeRoute.org

Volunteers Take Action to Preserve and Improve the Historic Old Ridge Route [PHOTOS]

The Ridge Route Preservation Organization hosted a successful “Clean Up the Ridge Route” volunteer day on November 16, 2024, focused on enhancing the safety and accessibility of the historic Old Ridge Route. Volunteers worked tirelessly to complete three impactful projects: relocating a landslide warning sign, installing delineators at a landslide site, and repairing a hazardous road issue known as the “sinkhole” on the north end.

These efforts are part of ongoing commitments to preserving this iconic roadway while ensuring its safety for all users, including hikers, cyclists, and utility workers maintaining nearby infrastructure.

The landslide, located in a section closed to motorized vehicles, has been a longstanding challenge. While the full repair is a complex and lengthy process, the installation of warning signs and delineators is an immediate step to alert travelers to the potential dangers in the area.

The so-called “sinkhole,” located on an open section of the road, turned out to be the exposed header of an old culvert, likely eroded by heavy rains. Volunteers worked to fill the 18-inch gap with gravel and concrete, finishing the repair with an asphalt cold patch to prevent damage to vehicles and further degradation of the road.

We are actively taking steps to make the Old Ridge Route safer and more enjoyable for everyone. Our volunteers did the hard, hands-on work that makes a real difference in protecting this historic road!

The Ridge Route Preservation Organization extends its heartfelt gratitude to all the volunteers who spent their Saturday shoveling dirt, hauling materials, and contributing to the repair and restoration efforts.

For more information about upcoming volunteer opportunities, please visit https://ridgeroute.org/events/.