Butt Mountain
- 1.3 mi
- round trip
- 209 ft
- climb
- 7,862 ft
- high point
- Out and back
- route
Is Butt Mountain open right now?
Closure in the area
There's a closure order in Lassen National Forest. It doesn't name Butt Mountain, so check the source for the area it covers (3 listed).
Harmful Algal Blooms
Agency closure covering Lassen National Forest · USFS · Lassen National Forest
Forest Road Closure Order
Agency closure covering Lassen National Forest · Order 06-26-01 · USFS · Lassen National Forest
SAFETY ALERT - South Antelope Bridge out, Do Not Cross
Agency closure covering Lassen National Forest · USFS · Lassen National Forest
As of · Source: USFS · Lassen National Forest. Agencies don't list every closure — check before you go.
Butt Mountain is an easy hike of about 1.3 miles on a natural-surface trail in the Almanor Ranger District of Lassen National Forest in California. The Forest Service manages the land, and the route is an out-and-back that gains about 209 feet from a low point of 7,634 feet to a high of 7,862 feet. Bikes are allowed on the trail, which makes it a good option for riders as well as hikers. The climb is gentle, with the most elevation gain coming in the final stretch of the out-and-back. Carter Meadows lies about 1.7 miles away, and Elam Campground is about 4.3 miles off. For paddling, Butt Creek is about 5.7 miles away, and Soldier Meadows campground is about 5.8 miles away.
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Route details
- Distance
- 1.3 mi round trip
- Climbing
- About 209 ft
- Summit
- 7,868 ft
- Difficulty
- Easy
Season
Season: Year-round.
Questions about this route
How long is the Butt Mountain on Butt Mountain?
About 1.3 mi round trip.
How much elevation gain is on the Butt Mountain?
About 209 ft of climbing round trip.
How hard is the Butt Mountain?
It is rated easy.
When is the best time for the Butt Mountain?
Year-round.
Conditions and forecast on Butt Mountain
Daily highs and lows, wind and the chance of precipitation at the summit and route start for the next 7 days, from the Open-Meteo model.
