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California
15.8 mi
Distance
2,645 ft
Gain
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What we do know
Inside Klamath National Forest
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Why you'll love it
Poker Flat-Young's Valley
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Poker Flat-Young's Valley is a challenging 15.8-mile loop that traverses the rugged terrain between two scenic valleys in California's backcountry. This hard-difficulty trail gains nearly 2,650 feet of elevation through a mix of forested sections and open ridgeline hiking, offering expansive views and a true wilderness experience. The route connects two distinct valleys, providing hikers with diverse terrain and the opportunity to explore remote high country.
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Moderate alpine lake hike with 1,200 ft gain through Sierra meadows.
Black Butte
~5 min drive
Steady climb to a volcanic summit with panoramic views.
Sanger Creek
~7 min drive
Easy 1-mile creek-side hike with 411 ft elevation gain.
Boundary Trail
~20 min drive
15-mile out-and-back trail through Oregon's scenic boundary corridor.
Osgood Ditch
~11 min drive
Moderate 3.1-mile trail with 1,079 ft gain following historic ditch infrastructure.
East Fork Illinois River
~6 min drive
Moderate riverside hike along the East Fork Illinois River with steady forest terrain.
Crazy Peak
~8 min drive
Quick 1.74-mile summit hike with 315 ft gain and excellent views.
Green Valley
~21 min drive
Easy 0.66-mile out-and-back valley walk in Oregon.
Rattlesnake Meadows
~12 min drive
Moderate meadow hike with 1,873 ft elevation gain and alpine views.
Raspberry Lake
~9 min drive
Moderate 6-mile hike to alpine lake with 1,758 ft elevation gain.
