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Portola "P" Trail
Portola, California
3.44 mi
/ 761 ft gain
Portola "P" Trail is an out-and-back trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Portola, California.
Lake Davis
Portola, California
3.98 mi
/ 285 ft gain
Lake Davis is an out-and-back trail located near Portola, California.
Mills Peak Trail
Clio, California
14.26 mi
/ 2940 ft gain
Mills Peak Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you through a nice forest located near Blairsden Graeagle, California.
Camp at the Calpine Fire Lookout
Calpine, California
5.0
I think all explorers agree there is nothing more serene than being surrounded by nothing but wilderness. If you are one of these said explorers, a trip to Calpine's fire lookout is a must.Calpine is a forest fire lookout tower that was constructed in 1934 and is one of 3 remaining examples of the enclosed windmill-style lookout in California. The lookout was actively used every summer until 19...
Gray Eagle Creek Trail
Graeagle, California
6.86 mi
/ 1040 ft gain
Gray Eagle Creek Trail is an out-and-back trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Clio, California.
Madora Lake Loop Trail
Plumas County, California
1.62 mi
/ 128 ft gain
Madora Lake Loop Trail is a loop trail that is good for all skill levels located near Blairsden Graeagle, California.
Frazier Falls Trail
Plumas County, California
1.07 mi
/ 79 ft gain
Frazier Falls Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a waterfall located near Clio, California.
Hike to Frazier Falls
Frazier Creek Road, California
4.0
1 mi
/ 1 ft gain
Frazier Falls is the ultimate family hike. Because the paved trail is only a mile long round trip, this trail is open to nearly anyone. Because of its relativly easy access and family friendly nature, this trail can get busy during the summer months.To reach Frazier Falls from the town of Graeagle, Ca, head south on Highway 89 for about a mile and a half until you reach the turnoff for Gold L...
Smith Lake and Pacific Crest Loop
Graeagle, California
14.83 mi
/ 3117 ft gain
Smith Lake and Pacific Crest Loop is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Blairsden Graeagle, California.
Places to stay
Portola, California
Crocker Guard Station
Overview
Crocker Guard Station was built in 1912 as a home for Forest Service personnel, and was later staffed as a fire station until th...
Beckwourth-Taylorsville Road
Grasshopper Flat
Overview
Grasshopper Flat Campground (7,777 feet) is one of three family campgrounds located in the Lake Davis Recreation Area. Campgrou...
Calpine Co Road
Calpine Lookout
Overview
Calpine is a forest fire lookout tower that was constructed in 1934 by the Civilian Conservation Corps, and is one of three rema...
Gold Lake Highway
Salmon Creek
Overview
Salmon Creek Campground is located in the North Yuba River area. Visitors enjoy a wide variety of recreational activities in the...
Calpine, California
Yuba Pass Campground
Overview
Yuba Pass Campground is located in the North Yuba River area, atop Yuba Pass on Highway 49. Visitors enjoy a wide variety of rec...
Calpine, California
Chapman
Overview
Chapman Creek Campground is located next to Chapman Creek, near the North Yuba River. Visitors enjoy a wide variety of recreatio...
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