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Bug Gulch Trail

7.1 mi

Distance

3,297 ft

Elev. Gain

4h 2m

Est. Time

Expert

Difficulty

About This Trail

Bug Gulch Trail is a challenging 7.1-mile out-and-back trail located in a remote area, featuring a significant elevation gain of 3,297 feet. With a maximum elevation of 2,110 meters, this trail is best suited for experienced hikers. The terrain likely includes steep sections and potentially rugged conditions typical of trails with such elevations in Northern California. This trail is not suitable for wheelchairs due to its difficulty and elevation profile.

Trail Conditions

Trail Conditions

Unknown

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Hazards & Warnings

steep elevation gain

Elevation Profile

Min:1,404 ft
Max:2,110 ft
1,054 ft
515 ft
1,404 ft1,639 ft1,874 ft2,110 ft0.0 mi1.8 mi3.6 mi5.4 mi7.1 mi

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

SpringSummerFall

Highlights

remote 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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