Big Chief
8.2 mi
Distance
144 ft
Elev. Gain
2h 48m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Easy
Difficulty
About This Trail
Big Chief is a point-to-point trail in Placer County, California. It is 8.2 miles long and gains 144 feet. The surface is dirt. Per USDA Forest Service, it is open to bikes. The nearest town is Cedar Flat, California, about 3 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 | 2,393 ft |
| End | 8.1 mi | 1,928 ft |
Trail Details
Bike 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
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Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Cedar Flat, CA · about 3 mi away
- County:
- Placer County, CA
Nearest town and county from U.S. Census Bureau place records and county boundaries.
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