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California
14.0 mi
Distance
4,864 ft
Gain
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What we do know
Inside Klamath National Forest
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Why you'll love it
Rainy Lake
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Rainy Lake is a challenging alpine trek featuring nearly 5,000 feet of elevation gain over 14 miles, rewarding hikers with access to a pristine high-elevation lake. This demanding route traverses steep terrain through subalpine meadows and rocky slopes, offering expansive views of the surrounding peaks and ridges. The trail is best suited for experienced hikers seeking solitude and dramatic mountain scenery.
Elk Cr.-Sulph. Sp.To Rainy Jct
~4 min drive
Moderate 5.8-mile trail from Elk Creek to Rainy Junction with 1,542 ft elevation gain.
Johnson's Hunting Ground
~5 min drive
Challenging 15.2-mile backcountry trek with 3,175 ft elevation gain.
Blue Granite Lake
~8 min drive
Short alpine lake hike with granite peaks and scenic mountain views.
Tickner Hole (Tickner Creek)
~5 min drive
Easy creek-side walk following Tickner Creek with minimal elevation gain.
Ukonom-Onemile Lakes
~8 min drive
Moderate 6.8-mile hike to two alpine lakes with 1,741 ft elevation gain.
Gold Granite + Green Granite L
~8 min drive
Short granite loop with scenic views and easy accessibility.
Packers Valley
~8 min drive
Accessible valley loop with scenic views and moderate elevation gain.
Bridge Creek
~11 min drive
20.8-mile creek-side trek with 691 ft gain through California backcountry.
Bear Lake Saddle
~8 min drive
Steep 1.4-mile alpine climb to a scenic mountain saddle with expansive views.
Marble Gap Trail
~10 min drive
Moderate 5.8-mile hike to Marble Gap with 484 ft elevation gain.
