Highland Creek
16.9 mi
Distance
2,913 ft
Elev. Gain
7h 6m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Expert
Difficulty
About This Trail
Highland Creek is a point-to-point trail in Alpine County, California. It is 17 miles long and gains 2,913 feet. The surface is dirt. Per USDA Forest Service, it is open to horses and closed to bikes. The nearest town is Bear Valley, California, about 2 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 | 2,244 ft |
| End | 16.9 mi | 2,628 ft |
Trail Details
- No bikes
- Horses allowed
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
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Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Bear Valley, CA · about 2 mi away
- County:
- Alpine County, CA
Nearest town and county from U.S. Census Bureau place records and county boundaries.
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