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Red Cap Lake Trail

1.1 mi

Distance

564 ft

Elev. Gain

38m

Est. Time

Easy

Difficulty

About This Trail

The Red Cap Lake Trail is a 1.1-mile (1.7 km) trail located in Northern California’s rugged wilderness. The trail winds through a challenging terrain with a noticeable elevation gain of approximately 564 feet (172 meters). While the path itself is relatively short, the ascent could make it moderately difficult for some hikers, especially given its dirt surface. It promises a serene hike with opportunities to view natural landscapes typical of the region, possibly including forested areas.

Trail Conditions

Trail Conditions

Unknown

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Hazards & Warnings

steep elevation gain

Elevation Profile

Min:1,722 ft
Max:1,899 ft
181 ft
7 ft
1,722 ft1,781 ft1,840 ft1,899 ft0.0 mi0.3 mi0.5 mi0.8 mi1.1 mi

Trail Details

Surface
Dirt

Official sources & verification

We don't have curated agency sources for this trail in our cache yet. Outdoors is not the permitting authority — confirm conditions, permits, and access with the managing agency before you go. If you know who manages this trail, please tell us.

Best Seasons

Highlights

forest setting

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Hunt context

This trail crosses hunting units

During hunting seasons, wear blaze orange and check regulations — see the California hunting page

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