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Trinity National Forest/California

Black Rock Lake

0.6 mi

Distance

39 ft

Elev. Gain

12m

Est. Time

Easy

Difficulty

About This Trail

The Black Rock Lake trail, located in northern California's forested region, offers a short 0.6-mile out-and-back hike suitable for those looking for a brief outdoor excursion. With an elevation gain of just 39 feet, this trail is classified as easy, making it accessible for most hikers. The dirt surface winds through a serene landscape typical of U.S. Forest Service-managed areas.

Trail Conditions

Trail Conditions

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Hazards & Warnings

steep elevation gain

Elevation Profile

Min:1,893 ft
Max:1,936 ft
15 ft
42 ft
1,893 ft1,907 ft1,922 ft1,936 ft0.0 mi0.1 mi0.3 mi0.4 mi0.5 mi

Trail Details

Surface
Dirt

Official sources & verification

Managed by United States Forest Service

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Best Seasons

SpringSummerFall

Highlights

forest setting

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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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