South Fork Cottonwood Creek Trail
11.5 mi
Distance
4,052 ft
Elev. Gain
5h 51m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Expert
Difficulty
About This Trail
South Fork Cottonwood Creek Trail is a point-to-point trail in Trinity National Forest, managed by the United States Forest Service, in Tehama County, California. It is 12 miles long and gains 4,052 feet. The surface is dirt. Per OpenStreetMap contributors, it is open to horses and closed to bikes. The nearest town is Platina, California, about 17 miles away in a straight line.
From the trail data on this page. For conditions and closures, see official sources.
Trail Conditions
Trail Conditions
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Elevation Profile
| Point | Distance from start | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 mi | 875 ft |
| End | 11.5 mi | 1,907 ft |
Trail Details
- No bikes
- Horses allowed
Bike and horse access: OpenStreetMap contributors, checked 2026-10-14. Rules change, so confirm with the land manager before you go.
- Route Type
- Point to Point
- 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:
- Platina, CA · about 17 mi away
- County:
- Tehama County, CA
- Jurisdiction:
- Trinity National Forest · United States Forest Service
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