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California
5.4 mi
Distance
2,004 ft
Gain
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What we do know
Inside Modoc National Forest
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Why you'll love it
Mill Creek North
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Mill Creek North is a moderately challenging 5.4-mile trail featuring nearly 2,000 feet of elevation gain through the scenic Mill Creek drainage. This route offers a rewarding climb through mixed forest and creek-side terrain, with the steady ascent providing excellent cardiovascular exercise and opportunities to experience the diverse ecosystems of the region. The trail's proximity to water features and moderate difficulty makes it ideal for hikers seeking a half-day adventure with substantial elevation gain.
Mill Creek South
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Moderate 8-mile hike with 969 ft gain through Mill Creek area.
Slide Creek Trail
~2 min drive
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Mill Creek Falls Trail
~6 min drive
Easy waterfall walk with minimal elevation gain near Mill Creek.
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~1h 25m drive
Quick out-and-back trail under a mile in Oregon.
Pine Creek Trail
~6 min drive
Moderate 8.82-mile Sierra hike with 2,478 ft elevation gain through forest.
Upper Cottonwood Trail
~10 min drive
Moderate 5.2-mile alpine climb with 1,836 ft elevation gain.
Tom Smith Cabin Trail
~10 min drive
Easy 1.66-mile walk to a historic cabin with minimal elevation gain.
Mtr4015015
~1h 25m drive
Easy 1.63-mile out-and-back trail in Oregon.
Clear Lake Loop Trail
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South Emerson Trail
~11 min drive
Steady 3-mile climb with 784 ft gain through scenic California foothills.
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