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Shasta National Forest/California

Granite Creek Trail

0.9 mi

Distance

561 ft

Elev. Gain

35m

Est. Time

Easy

Difficulty

About This Trail

Granite Creek Trail is a short 0.9-mile trail located in a mountainous region at an elevation ranging between 1696 to 1878 meters (5564 to 6161 feet). The trail features a dirt surface and an elevation gain of 561 feet, suggesting a modest climb despite its official 'easy' designation. Due to its higher elevation, hikers can expect cooler temperatures and potentially snow cover in winter months.

Trail Conditions

Trail Conditions

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Hazards & Warnings

steep elevation gain

Elevation Profile

Min:1,696 ft
Max:1,878 ft
183 ft
8 ft
1,696 ft1,757 ft1,817 ft1,878 ft0.0 mi0.2 mi0.4 mi0.7 mi0.9 mi

Trail Details

Surface
Dirt

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Managed by United States Forest Service

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Best Seasons

SummerFall

Highlights

mountain views

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Hunt context

This trail crosses hunting units

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