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California
24.0 mi
Distance
443 ft
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Lower Rr Grade
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Lower Rr Grade is a substantial 24-mile trail offering an extended backcountry experience with modest elevation gain spread across the distance. This route traverses relatively gentle terrain typical of California's lower elevation corridors, making it accessible for experienced day hikers or backpackers seeking a longer adventure without extreme elevation challenges.
Big Nasty Trail Start, Tulelake, Ca
~18 min drive
<p>A loop trail, Big Nasty is 2 miles (3.2 km) long. Named after a brush-covered rough lava area just to the north— “it is big and it is nasty!” From the Mammoth Crater/Hidden Valley pullout, the trail starts along the crater rim. Turn left from the Mammoth Crater Trail.<br />…
Davis Road
~0 min drive
Moderate 9.4-mile foothill hike with 1,348 ft elevation gain.
Cinder Butte
~10 min drive
Short volcanic summit hike with panoramic views and moderate climbing.
Ml Rd 49
~11 min drive
Steady 4.6-mile foothill climb with moderate elevation gain.
Heppe Cave Trail Start, Tulelake, CA
~19 min drive
<p><strong>Heppe Cave Trail</strong> can be found on the road to Mammoth Crater. This 0.4-mile (0.6 km) trail begins under tall Ponderosa pines. As you reach the end of the trail, you will view an enormous collapse. Follow the trail into Heppe Ice Cave that has a large opening…
11 Mile Rd
~4 min drive
12-mile moderate trail with 1,498 ft elevation gain near 11 Mile Rd.
Crystal Springs Trail
~12 min drive
Easy 2-mile trail with 372 ft gain leading to natural springs.
Baird Rr Grade Tie
~13 min drive
Easy 3.2-mile walk along a historic railroad grade with minimal elevation gain.
Whitney Butte Trail Start, Tulelake, Ca
~20 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…
4 Mile Rd.
~7 min drive
Moderate 10-mile trail with 1,036 ft gain through California backcountry.
