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California
4.9 mi
Distance
526 ft
Gain
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What we do know
Inside Shasta-Trinity National Forest
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Why you'll love it
Musser Homested
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Musser Homestead is a scenic 4.94-mile round-trip hike featuring moderate elevation gain through California's diverse terrain. This trail offers a rewarding journey to a historic homestead site, combining cultural heritage with natural beauty. The route showcases typical California foothill or mountain landscape with steady climbing and opportunities to experience the region's historical significance.

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