South Fork National Recreation Trail
2.6 mi
Distance
180 ft
Elev. Gain
58m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Easy
Difficulty
About This Trail
South Fork National Recreation Trail is a point-to-point trail in Trinity National Forest, managed by the United States Forest Service, in Trinity County, California. It is 2.6 miles long and gains 180 feet. The surface is dirt. Per OpenStreetMap contributors, it is open to bikes and horses. The nearest town is Ruth, California, about 3 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 | 711 ft |
| High point | 2.0 mi | 752 ft |
| End | 2.6 mi | 731 ft |
Trail Details
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:
- Ruth, CA · about 3 mi away
- County:
- Trinity County, CA
- Jurisdiction:
- Trinity National Forest · United States Forest Service
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