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California
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What we do know
Inside Six Rivers National Forest
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Why you'll love it
Mad River Ranger District
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The Mad River Ranger District is located on Highway 36 approximately 50 miles east of Highway 101 and the Eureka/Arcata area and 100 miles west of Interstate 5 and the cities of Redding and Red Bluff. Traveling south for 20-30 miles on county roads brings you to the communities of Ruth and Zenia.The Mad River Ranger Station is at an elevation of 2550 feet. The remainder of the district varies from 2000 to 6000 feet.The climate is characterized by warm, dry summers and cool, wet winters. Average precipitation in the area is 60" with the majority of the moisture falling between October and April. Snow is uncommon at elevations under 3000' but many areas on the district receive substantial snowfall.
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Ackerman Campground
~1h 21m drive
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Yolla Bolly-Middle Eel Wilderness
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Lewiston Lake
~1h 14m drive
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Brandy Creek Primitive Campground
~1h 14m drive
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Howard Meadows Campground
~39 min drive
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Fir Cove Campground
~28 min drive
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Peltier Bridge Primitive Campground
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General Campgrounds & Trailheads
~48 min drive
A worthwhile stop near California.
