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California
2.5 mi
Distance
1,497 ft
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Bluff Creek Historical Trail
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The Bluff Creek Historical Trail offers a moderately steep 2.54-mile journey through California backcountry with nearly 1,500 feet of elevation gain. This trail combines historical significance with scenic forest terrain, rewarding hikers with views and a connection to the region's past. The steady climb makes it an excellent choice for hikers building endurance while exploring culturally rich landscapes.
Lyons Ranch Trailhead
~24 min drive
Located on the Bald Hills Road, this is the start/end of the four-mile roundtrip hike down to the historic Lyons Ranch. The Bald Hills Road is not recommended for recreational vehicles, campers or anything towing a trailer. <br /> <br /> This trailhead is about 2,500 feet in e…
Red Mountain Lake
~3 min drive
Short alpine lake hike with steady elevation gain and mountain views.
Fish Lake
~4 min drive
Easy 1.32-mile alpine lake hike with 592 ft elevation gain.
Prospect Hill
~16 min drive
Moderate 9.12-mile foothills hike with 1,353 ft elevation gain.
Dolason Prairie Trail
~27 min drive
A Hiker's Adventure Going From High Prairies Into A Deep River Valley<br /> <br /> This ten-mile trail is unique. It begins in the high meadows of the Bald Hills, passes a historic 19th century barn, and descends 2,500 feet into the heart of Redwood and Emerald Creeks. Then yo…
Camp Creek
~15 min drive
Moderate 5-mile climb with 1,826 ft gain through creek-side forest.
Blue Lake
~4 min drive
Easy 1.16-mile hike to a scenic alpine lake with 272 ft elevation gain.
Somes Mt. Trail
~18 min drive
Challenging 15-mile mountain trail with 1,706 ft elevation gain.
Emerald Ridge Trail
~31 min drive
<ul> <li> <p><strong>Location:</strong> Bald Hills Road, Redwood National Park</p> </li> <li> <p><strong>Trailhead</strong>: Begin trail from near Tall Trees Trailhead or at the junction along Dolason Prairie trail.</p> </li> <li> <p><strong>Mileage</strong>: 1.5 miles</p> </l…
Crogan Hole
~21 min drive
Moderate 5.84-mile hike with 1,235 ft elevation gain in California.
