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California
8.4 mi
Distance
1,307 ft
Gain
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What we do know
Inside Six Rivers National Forest
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No access route mapped
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Why you'll love it
Waterspout
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Waterspout Trail is a moderate 8.36-mile hike featuring 1,307 feet of elevation gain through California terrain. This scenic route offers a rewarding day hike with steady climbing and likely water features that give the trail its distinctive name. The trail provides a balanced challenge suitable for hikers with some experience looking to build endurance.
Grouse Ridge
~1 min drive
Steep Sierra foothills ridge climb with significant elevation gain in minimal distance.
Lost Creek
~4 min drive
Easy 5-mile creek-side walk with minimal elevation gain.
Blue Jay Mine
~7 min drive
Moderate 7.12-mile hike to a historic mine site with 810 ft elevation gain.
Blacks Camp
~4 min drive
Easy 1.36-mile trail with 195 ft gain near Blacks Camp.
Red Mountain
~7 min drive
Steady 5.3-mile climb to Red Mountain with 880 ft elevation gain.
Brooks Ridge
~13 min drive
Moderate ridgeline hike with expansive views and steady elevation gain.
Dog Gulch
~17 min drive
Easy 2.5-mile gulch hike with minimal elevation gain.
Clover Gulch
~7 min drive
Moderate 5.25-mile gulch hike with 1,598 ft elevation gain.
Packwood Flat
~15 min drive
Moderate 6.85-mile foothill hike with steady elevation gain and scenic views.
Barker Camp Tie
~21 min drive
Easy 2.2-mile trail with minimal elevation gain near Barker Camp.
