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California
4.8 mi
Distance
1,873 ft
Gain
Agency alerts are in effect for this area; weather is good
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caution: Agency alerts
9 active alerts in Klamath National Forest; most severe: Fire restrictions in effect on Klamath National Forest
USFS11 d ago
clear: Weather
Clouds, high 66°F / low 56°F, 0% precip — 97/100 for hike
OpenWeather17 h ago
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Why you'll love it
Rattlesnake Meadows
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Rattlesnake Meadows offers a moderate alpine hike through scenic meadowland with substantial elevation gain. This 4.8-mile trail rewards hikers with wildflower displays and open vistas typical of California's high country meadows. The steady climb through varied terrain provides an excellent workout for intermediate hikers seeking mountain scenery.
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