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California
3.4 mi
Distance
1,066 ft
Gain
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What we do know
Inside Shasta-Trinity National Forest
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What's missing
No access route mapped
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Why you'll love it
Black Rock Lake
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Black Rock Lake offers a scenic alpine destination with moderate elevation gain over a relatively short distance. This trail rewards hikers with lake views and the chance to explore the high country terrain typical of California's mountain regions. The steady climb through varied terrain makes it an accessible option for those seeking mountain scenery without extreme technical difficulty.
Black Rock Mtn
~1 min drive
Steep 3.2-mile climb with 1,355 ft gain to mountain summit views.
North Yolla Bolly
~1 min drive
Moderate 6-mile climb to high ridgeline in remote Yolla Bolly wilderness.
Cold Fork Ridge
~5 min drive
Steep 2-mile ridge climb with 917 ft elevation gain.
North Yolla Bolly Lake
~5 min drive
Steep alpine lake hike with 1,100 ft gain in the Yolla Bolly Wilderness.
Pettyjohn
~2 min drive
Steep 1.92-mile trail with 539 ft gain near Pettyjohn, California.
Barker Camp Tie
~5 min drive
Easy 2.2-mile trail with minimal elevation gain near Barker Camp.
Sanford Ridge
~8 min drive
Scenic 5.6-mile ridge hike with gentle elevation gain and panoramic views.
Chicago Camp
~4 min drive
Remote 25.6-mile alpine backcountry trek for experienced backpackers.
Dog Gulch
~18 min drive
Easy 2.5-mile gulch hike with minimal elevation gain.
Trough Ridge
~13 min drive
Accessible ridgeline hike with scenic vistas and gentle elevation gain.