Muir's Ascension
1.8 mi
Distance
476 ft
Elev. Gain
51m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Easy
Difficulty
About This Trail
Muir's Ascension is a point-to-point trail in Shasta National Forest, managed by the United States Forest Service, in Siskiyou County, California. It is 1.8 miles long and gains 476 feet. The trail is paved. It is in or next to Mount Shasta, California.
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Trail Conditions
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Elevation Profile
| Point | Distance from start | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 mi | 1,199 ft |
| End | 1.8 mi | 1,345 ft |
Trail Details
- Route Type
- Point to Point
- Surface
- Paved
Official sources & verification
Managed by United States Forest Service
Managing agency
- United States Forest Service
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Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Mount Shasta, CA · in or next to town
- County:
- Siskiyou County, CA
- Jurisdiction:
- Shasta National Forest · United States Forest Service
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Campgrounds near this trail


Mcbride Springs Campground
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Pricing varies — check with the operatorPrivate
Abrams Lake RV Park and Mobile Estates
2.4 mi awayMount Shasta, CA
Private Reservable
LOGE Mt Shasta
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Pricing varies — check with the operatorReservable
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