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California
13.3 mi
Distance
1,207 ft
Gain
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What we do know
Inside Lassen National Forest
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Why you'll love it
Lower Yellow Creek
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Lower Yellow Creek is a moderately challenging 13.27-mile trail that traverses through California's creek-fed canyon landscape. This out-and-back or loop route follows the creek drainage with steady elevation gain, offering hikers a rewarding journey through riparian habitat and mixed terrain. The trail provides a good balance of distance and elevation, making it ideal for hikers seeking a full-day adventure with moderate physical demands.

Mount Harkness Fire Lookout
~34 min drive
<p>Perched atop Mt. Harkness in the southeast corner of Lassen Volcanic National Park, Mount Harkness Fire Lookout has served as an active fire lookout and visitor destination since its construction in 1930. The rustic style two-story wood and stone structure sits at 8,046 fee…
Soda Creek
~7 min drive
Moderate 10-mile creek-side hike with 1,442 ft elevation gain.
Fanani Soldier
~8 min drive
Short, easy trail with modest elevation gain near Fanani Soldier.
Belden
~9 min drive
Easy 3.2-mile woodland walk in the northern Sierra foothills.

Warner Valley Day Use Area
~37 min drive
<p><strong>Season:</strong> June through October; road closed winter/spring<br /> <a href="https://www.nps.gov/places/www.nps.gov/lavo/planyourvisit/gettingaround.htm#jl">Access</a><strong>:</strong> Dirt road not recommended for trailers<br /> <a href="https://www.nps.gov/lav…
Humbolt
~7 min drive
Challenging 32-mile backcountry trek with 2,369 ft elevation gain.
Lost Lake Warming
~11 min drive
Ultra-short easy walk to Lost Lake Warming area.
Big Smokey
~35 min drive
Scenic 3.39-mile hike with 646 ft gain and rewarding views.

Drakesbad Guest Ranch
~38 min drive
<p>Drakesbad Guest Ranch is a secluded lodge nestled in Warner Valley, in the southeast corner of Lassen Volcanic National Park. The ranch includes a lodge, dining hall, and bungalow units. Initially homesteaded by Edward Drake in the 1880s, Drakesbad Guest Ranch continues to…
Fanani Meadow
~12 min drive
Scenic 12-mile meadow hike with gentle elevation gain and alpine views.