Black Butte
3.3 mi
Distance
1,024 ft
Elev. Gain
1h 37m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Moderate
Difficulty
About This Trail
Black Butte is a point-to-point trail in Siskiyou National Forest, managed by the United States Forest Service, in Del Norte County, California. It is 3.3 miles long and gains 1,024 feet. The surface is dirt. Per USDA Forest Service, it is open to horses and closed to bikes. The nearest town is Takilma, Oregon, about 6 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 | 1,463 ft |
| High point | 2.0 mi | 1,735 ft |
| End | 3.3 mi | 1,528 ft |
Trail Details
- No bikes
- Horses allowed Jun 1–Oct 31
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:
- Takilma, OR · about 6 mi away
- County:
- Del Norte County, CA
- Jurisdiction:
- Siskiyou National Forest · United States Forest Service
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