Backbone Ridge
0.2 mi
Distance
125 ft
Elev. Gain
7m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Easy
Difficulty
About This Trail
Backbone Ridge is a point-to-point trail in Trinity National Forest, managed by the United States Forest Service, in Trinity County, California. It is 0.2 miles long and gains 125 feet. The surface is dirt. Per USDA Forest Service, it is open to horses and closed to bikes. The nearest town is Junction City, California, about 12 miles away in a straight line.
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Trail Conditions
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Elevation Profile
| Point | Distance from start | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 mi | 928 ft |
| End | 0.1 mi | 973 ft |
Trail Details
- No bikes
- Horses allowed
Bike and horse access: USDA Forest Service, checked 2026-10-14. Rules change, so confirm with the land manager before you go.
- Route Type
- Point to Point
- Surface
- Dirt
Official sources & verification
Managed by United States Forest Service
Managing agency
- United States Forest Service
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Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Junction City, CA · about 12 mi away
- County:
- Trinity County, CA
- Jurisdiction:
- Trinity National Forest · United States Forest Service
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