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A long trek along ridgelines, and rolling hills within the Cache Creek Natural Area, with two creek crossings.


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13.1

Miles

21.1

KM

Point to Point

2,208' 673 m

High

903' 275 m

Low

1,543' 470 m

Up

2,288' 697 m

Down

6%

Avg Grade (3°)

26%

Max Grade (14°)

Dogs Off-leash

Features Birding · River/Creek · Wildlife

Overview

This hike begins at the Judge Davis Trailhead and ends at the Redbud Trailhead and provides unsurpassed views of Wilson Valley and Jack Canyon.

Need to Know

Bring water shoes and a wading staff to assist in the two creek crossings.

Description

This hike traverses the lower elevation portion of the Berryessa Snow Mountain National Monument, and makes two fords of Cache Creek.

For more than half the year, Cache Creek is not fordable by the casual hiker. Trail has clay mud when wet; let dry for three or more days after rain before doing this hike.

If you would like to make this a multi-day outing, there are several backpack camp locations along the route.

Shared By:

Chico Hiking Association

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The ridgeline through Chamise
Jan 30, 2020 near Clearlake, CA
Nice trail with sweet oaks all around
Apr 17, 2018 near Clearlake, CA

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