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California
8.7 mi
Distance
2,884 ft
Gain
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What we do know
Inside Modoc National Forest
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Why you'll love it
North Emerson Trail
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North Emerson Trail is a moderately challenging 8.72-mile round-trip hike featuring nearly 2,900 feet of elevation gain through varied terrain typical of California's mountain regions. This trail offers a rewarding climb with sustained elevation gain that tests endurance while providing opportunities to experience alpine or subalpine ecosystems depending on the specific location within California.
South Emerson Trail
~2 min drive
Steady 3-mile climb with 784 ft gain through scenic California foothills.
East Creek Trail
~9 min drive
Moderate 11-mile creek-side hike with 1,662 ft elevation gain.
Mill Creek Falls Trail
~13 min drive
Easy waterfall walk with minimal elevation gain near Mill Creek.
Slide Creek Trail
~10 min drive
Moderate creek-side trail with 627 ft gain and scenic water features.
Mill Creek South
~11 min drive
Moderate 8-mile hike with 969 ft gain through Mill Creek area.
Tom Smith Cabin Trail
~18 min drive
Easy 1.66-mile walk to a historic cabin with minimal elevation gain.
Mill Creek North
~11 min drive
Moderate 5.4-mile creek-side climb with 2,000 ft elevation gain.
Poison Flat Trail
~12 min drive
Moderate 10.48-mile hike with 2,450 ft gain through California backcountry.
Blue Lake National Rec. Trail
~19 min drive
Easy 2.6-mile alpine lake hike with 313 ft elevation gain.
Upper Cottonwood Trail
~18 min drive
Moderate 5.2-mile alpine climb with 1,836 ft elevation gain.
