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California
3.5 mi
Distance
1,092 ft
Gain
No conditions check on file for this trail yet — always verify current conditions before you go.
Why you'll love it
Little Cottonwood Creek
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Little Cottonwood Creek offers a scenic 3.5-mile ride through the Cottonwood Lakes Trailhead system in California's high country. This trail follows the creek drainage, providing riders with beautiful water features and alpine meadow views. The moderate length makes it accessible for a half-day adventure while still delivering rewarding riding through pristine backcountry terrain.
No permit or access details on file for this trail — check with the local land manager before you go.
Cottonwood-Golden Trout Conn.
~3 min drive
Brief connector trail linking routes at Cottonwood Lakes Trailhead.
Cottonwood Pack Station Cutoff
~4 min drive
Quick connector trail at Cottonwood Lakes Trailhead in California's Sierra Nevada.
Trail Pass-Mulkey Pass Cutoff
~5 min drive
Quick connector linking Trail Pass and Mulkey Pass near Cottonwood Lakes.
Long Canyon
~31 min drive
A 3.2-mile canyon ride through California's Doc Peak trail system.
River Springs Cutoff #1
~31 min drive
Quick connector trail in Doc Peak's California trail system.
Last Chance
~4 min drive
Quick 0.41-mile trail at Cottonwood Lakes Trailhead in California.
Cottonwood Pass Stock
~4 min drive
Brief 0.2-mile connector at Cottonwood Lakes Trailhead in California.
South Fork Cottonwood Creek
~4 min drive
Creek-side mountain biking route in California's Cottonwood Lakes Trail System.
Cottonwood Pass
~4 min drive
Brief connector trail at Cottonwood Lakes Trailhead in California.
Mulkey Pass
~5 min drive
Scenic 1.375-mile alpine route at Cottonwood Lakes Trailhead.
