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California
0.7 mi
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Medicine Lake Glass Flow Trail
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The Medicine Lake Glass Flow Trail is a short and accessible walk through a unique volcanic landscape featuring expansive fields of obsidian and volcanic glass. This easy trail showcases the geological wonders of the Medicine Lake volcanic field, where ancient lava flows created a striking terrain of dark, glassy rock formations. Perfect for geology enthusiasts and casual hikers seeking a quick but memorable experience.
Big Nasty Trail Start, Tulelake, Ca
~13 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 />…
Medicine Lakeshore Trail
~0 min drive
Easy lakeside loop with scenic alpine views and minimal elevation gain.
Little Mount Hoffman Trail
~2 min drive
6.12-mile moderate hike with 678 ft gain in the Sierra Nevada.
Ml Rd 49
~6 min drive
Steady 4.6-mile foothill climb with moderate elevation gain.
Heppe Cave Trail Start, Tulelake, CA
~14 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…
Little Medicine Lake Trail
~2 min drive
Easy 1.56-mile alpine lake hike with minimal elevation gain.
4 Mile Rd.
~7 min drive
Moderate 10-mile trail with 1,036 ft gain through California backcountry.
Baird Rr Grade Tie
~23 min drive
Easy 3.2-mile walk along a historic railroad grade with minimal elevation gain.
Whitney Butte Trail Start, Tulelake, Ca
~17 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…
Crystal Springs Trail
~2 min drive
Easy 2-mile trail with 372 ft gain leading to natural springs.
