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California
7.6 mi
Distance
2,214 ft
Gain
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What we do know
Inside Shasta-Trinity National Forest
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Why you'll love it
Lower South Fork
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Lower South Fork is a moderate 7.6-mile trail featuring over 2,200 feet of elevation gain through the scenic South Fork drainage system. This route showcases the diverse terrain of California's foothill and lower mountain ecosystems, with steady climbing through mixed forest and open sections. The trail offers rewarding views and access to riparian habitats typical of South Fork watersheds.
Wintoon Flat
~6 min drive
Steady 3.3-mile climb to a scenic plateau in northern California foothills.
Rattlesnake
~8 min drive
Steep 2.9-mile climb with 1,087 ft gain through chaparral and oak woodland.
Rays Peak
~14 min drive
Steady 6.8-mile climb to a scenic California summit with 888 ft gain.
Pasture Gulch
~20 min drive
Moderate 5.89-mile gulch hike with 864 ft elevation gain.
Becker
~14 min drive
Easy 2.24-mile foothill walk with minimal elevation gain.
Pattison Peak
~14 min drive
Steep Sierra climb to alpine peak with 3,340 ft elevation gain.
Pickett Peak Trail
~25 min drive
Moderate 5.71-mile hike to Pickett Peak with 432 ft elevation gain.
Owl Creek
~16 min drive
Easy 1.81-mile creek-side walk with 280 ft elevation gain.
Bear Creek
~20 min drive
Moderate 8.6-mile creek-side hike with 955 ft elevation gain.
East Fork Divide
~34 min drive
Accessible 4-mile divide trail with 791 ft gain and scenic views.
