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California

Big Creek

4.4 mi

Distance

755 ft

Elev. Gain

1h 50m

Est. Time

Moderate

Difficulty

About This Trail

The Big Creek trail is located in the Sierra National Forest, based on its USFS source and coordinates. This moderate 4.4-mile trail offers a one-way trek through a dirt terrain, climbing a total of 755 feet in elevation. Starting at an elevation of 2064 meters and reaching up to 2292 meters, it provides a moderately challenging hike suitable for those with some trail experience. The trail's elevation and location suggest a setting with typical Sierra Nevada flora and potentially scenic views along the route.

Trail Conditions

Trail Conditions

Unknown

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Hazards & Warnings

steep elevation gain

Elevation Profile

Min:2,064 ft
Max:2,292 ft
237 ft
176 ft
2,064 ft2,140 ft2,216 ft2,292 ft0.0 mi1.1 mi2.2 mi3.3 mi4.4 mi

Trail Details

Surface
Dirt

Official sources & verification

We don't have curated agency sources for this trail in our cache yet. Outdoors is not the permitting authority — confirm conditions, permits, and access with the managing agency before you go. If you know who manages this trail, please tell us.

Best Seasons

SummerFall

Highlights

forest setting

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Imported route

Hunt context

This trail crosses hunting units

During hunting seasons, wear blaze orange and check regulations — see the California hunting page

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