South Fork Trinity River Trail
3.2 mi
Distance
226 ft
Elev. Gain
1h 10m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Easy
Difficulty
About This Trail
South Fork Trinity River Trail is a point-to-point trail in Trinity National Forest, managed by the United States Forest Service, in Trinity County, California. It is 3.2 miles long and gains 226 feet. The surface is dirt. Per USDA Forest Service, it is open to bikes and horses. The nearest town is Ruth, California, about 8 miles away in a straight line.
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Trail Conditions
Trail Conditions
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Elevation Profile
| Point | Distance from start | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 mi | 881 ft |
| High point | 2.5 mi | 942 ft |
| End | 3.2 mi | 885 ft |
Trail Details
Bike and horse access: USDA Forest Service, 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 8 mi away
- County:
- Trinity County, CA
- Jurisdiction:
- Trinity National Forest · United States Forest Service
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Campgrounds near this trail
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Dispersed Site near 40.3095, -123.2162
4.6 mi awayTrinity National Forest
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Dispersed Site near 40.3042, -123.2361
5.2 mi awayTrinity National Forest
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Dispersed Site near 40.3057, -123.2352
5.2 mi awayTrinity National Forest
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