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Shasta National Forest/California

Poison Canyon Trail

6.5 mi

Distance

699 ft

Elev. Gain

2h 31m

Est. Time

Moderate

Difficulty

About This Trail

Poison Canyon Trail is a moderately challenging 6.5-mile (10,456 meters) trail located in a mountainous region of Northern California. The trail offers a significant elevation gain of 699 feet (213 meters), reaching a maximum elevation of 2,307 meters. The trail surface is predominantly dirt, making it suitable for hikers looking for a natural setting. As the trail is not a loop, hikers will need to plan for the return journey along the same path. The trail's elevation and location suggest it may traverse diverse terrains, including forested and possibly open rocky areas.

Trail Conditions

Trail Conditions

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Hazards & Warnings

steep elevation gain

Elevation Profile

Min:1,264 ft
Max:2,307 ft
237 ft
1,085 ft
1,264 ft1,612 ft1,959 ft2,307 ft0.0 mi1.6 mi3.2 mi4.9 mi6.5 mi

Trail Details

Surface
Dirt

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Managed by United States Forest Service

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Highlights

mountain viewsforest setting

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Hunt context

This trail crosses hunting units

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