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California
17.4 mi
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Little South Fork
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Little South Fork is a challenging 17.4-mile trail that traverses the rugged terrain of the Little South Fork region in California. This remote backcountry route follows river drainages and forested ridgelines, offering solitude and pristine wilderness experience. The trail demands strong endurance and navigation skills, rewarding hikers with access to undeveloped backcountry and scenic canyon views.
South Fork
~2 min drive
Challenging 17.4-mile mountain trail with 3,632 ft elevation gain.
South Garden Gulch
~4 min drive
Challenging 20-mile backcountry route with 5,147 ft elevation gain.
China Spring
~5 min drive
Steady 5.59-mile climb to China Spring with 2,856 ft elevation gain.
Ray's Gulch
~5 min drive
Steep 8.6-mile gulch climb with 4,820 ft gain—expert-level endurance test.
Grizzly Scramble
~8 min drive
Steep 2-mile scramble with 1,315 ft gain and technical rock sections.
Moliter-Cold Spring
~8 min drive
Challenging 10.2-mile alpine trek with 3,479 ft elevation gain.
Packers Peak
~8 min drive
Steep 10.92-mile alpine climb with 4,663 ft gain to high Sierra peaks.
Tri-Forest
~9 min drive
13.64-mile forest loop with significant elevation gain and varied ecosystems.
Valley Loop
~9 min drive
Easy 4.96-mile valley loop with gentle elevation gain and scenic views.
Caribou Lake
~9 min drive
Challenging 19.5-mile alpine lake trek with 4,253 ft elevation gain.
