California · Hiking

Mill Creek Ponds

3.4 mi
round trip
1,248 ft
climb
6,298 ft
high point
Out and back
route

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Mill Creek Ponds is a moderate out-and-back hike of about 3.4 miles in the Scott River Ranger District of Klamath National Forest in northern California. The trail rises from a low point of 5,036 feet to a high point of 6,298 feet, with an elevation gain of about 1,248 feet, and the surface is natural. The Forest Service manages the land. The route is a straightforward climb to the ponds, which makes it a good fit for a full day on foot rather than a short outing. Several other trails sit within a few miles, including Shackleford about 1.5 miles away and Kidder Creek about 2 miles off. Paddlers can head to Shackleford Creek, roughly 3.9 miles away. For an overnight stay, Indian Scotty Group Site is about 6.6 miles from the ponds.

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