Lower Charity Trail
0.3 mi
Distance
102 ft
Elev. Gain
9m
Est. Time
Easy
Difficulty
About This Trail
Lower Charity Trail is a trail in Toiyabe National Forest, managed by the United States Forest Service, in Alpine County, California. It is 0.3 miles long and gains 102 feet. The surface is dirt. Per USDA Forest Service, it is open to bikes and horses. The nearest town is Markleeville, California, about 4 miles away in a straight line.
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Trail Conditions
Trail Conditions
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Elevation Profile
| Point | Distance from start | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 mi | 2,470 ft |
| High point | 0.2 mi | 2,503 ft |
| End | 0.3 mi | 2,495 ft |
Trail Details
Bike and horse access: USDA Forest Service, checked 2026-10-14. Rules change, so confirm with the land manager before you go.
- 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:
- Markleeville, CA · about 4 mi away
- County:
- Alpine County, CA
- Jurisdiction:
- Toiyabe National Forest · United States Forest Service
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