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California
8.0 mi
Distance
1,323 ft
Gain
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Juanita Lake South
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Juanita Lake South is a moderate 8-mile round-trip hike featuring steady elevation gain through mixed forest terrain in the Modoc Plateau region. This scenic trail offers access to the southern shores of Juanita Lake, a pristine alpine lake surrounded by coniferous forest and volcanic geology. The hike provides rewarding views of the lake basin and opportunities to explore the quieter southern approach to this popular backcountry destination.

Gillem Bluff Trail Start, Tulelake, Ca
~47 min drive
<p>This trail climbs 550 feet in elevation over 0.7 miles (1.1 km) to the top of Gillem Bluff (Sheepy Ridge), for a view of Gillems Camp and the surrounding landscape.</p> <p>Lava Beds has twelve hiking trails. The most popular trails are short, but lead to interesting histori…
Long Loop
~1 min drive
Moderate 6-mile loop with 1,039 ft elevation gain in California.
Juanita Lake Trail
~4 min drive
Easy 1.7-mile loop around a scenic alpine lake in the Modoc Plateau.
Baird Rr Grade Tie
~37 min drive
Easy 3.2-mile walk along a historic railroad grade with minimal elevation gain.

Thomas-Wright Battlefield Trail Start, Tulelake, Ca
~47 min drive
<p>Volcanism and history are featured here. The hike onto Black Crater is less than 0.3 miles (0.5 km) by bearing right. The battlefield is 1.1 miles (1.8km) one way. View fine wildflower displays in season.</p> <p>Lava Beds has twelve hiking trails. The most popular trails ar…
Juanita Lake North
~4 min drive
Moderate 6.4-mile hike to alpine lake with 1,128 ft elevation gain.
Muskgrave Creek
~4 min drive
Steep 1.4-mile creek drainage hike with 1,063 ft elevation gain.
Bolam
~44 min drive
Moderate 4-mile climb gaining 1,260 ft in the Bolam region.

Whitney Butte Trail Start, Tulelake, Ca
~49 min drive
<p>From Merrill Cave parking area to the west boundary of the monument, this trail crosses the wilderness in an east-west direction, curving around Whitney Butte. Enjoy an impressive view of Mount Shasta and the Callahan Lava Flow. This trail is 3.3 miles (5.3 km) one way.<br…
Goosenest Trail
~15 min drive
Moderate 6.3-mile climb with 2,340 ft gain and scenic summit views.