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California
8.3 mi
Distance
1,045 ft
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Tamarack
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The Tamarack Trail is a moderate 8.3-mile out-and-back hike offering a steady climb through mixed conifer forest typical of California's Sierra Nevada region. With over 1,000 feet of elevation gain, this trail rewards hikers with alpine meadows and forest scenery as it ascends toward higher elevations. The consistent grade and moderate distance make it accessible for experienced day hikers seeking a half-day adventure.
Sunflower Flat
~18 min drive
<p>A commemorative plaque marks the Nobles Emigrant Trail which was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1975. Twenty-four miles of the 300-mile-long wagon route skirt through the northern edge of the park. Most of the original route in the park remains intact…
Lake Eiler
~3 min drive
Easy alpine lake hike with minimal elevation gain near Lake Eiler.
Spattercone Crest Trail
~10 min drive
Short volcanic landscape hike with spatter cone views.
Triangle-Lvnp Caribou
~36 min drive
Easy 3.5-mile trail with minimal elevation gain in Triangle-Lvnp area.
Reflection Lake
~21 min drive
<p>Reflection Lake wasn't always named such. In the late 1800s, the lake was lower in level and more indicative of a pond and was aptly named, Mud Lake. To attract more people to the area, a channel was dug to divert water from Manzanita Creek into Mud Lake. Trout were planted…
Tamarack Magee Tie
~4 min drive
Easy 1.4-mile connector trail with minimal elevation gain.
Subway Cave Interpretive Trail
~11 min drive
Easy 1.1-mile walk through a volcanic lava tube cave with interpretive features.
Emerald-Cypress Caribou
~41 min drive
Scenic 4.12-mile trail with 456 ft gain through California forest and meadow.
Manzanita Lake Day Use Area
~21 min drive
<p>The Manzanita Lake boat launch, trailhead, and picnic area are located on the southeast shore of Manzanita Lake. Get here by following the Manzanita Lake Campground Road off of Lassen Volcanic National Park Highway in the <a href="https://www.nps.gov/places/manzanita-lake-a…
Magee Lake
~5 min drive
Moderate 8-mile alpine lake hike with 2,155 ft elevation gain.
