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| | Here in California backcountry backpacking is something that is always fun to do. You'll must go far from Clearlake to get to Elk Knob Trail, but hiking it is always fun. There are plenty of hiking trails in California; each one of them has something unique to offer. All through the months of summer highs here at Elk Knob Trail reach the 90's, and the night is quite chillier of course, mostly in the 50's. High temperatures throughout the winter are normally in the 50's, and winter nights come with lows in the 30's to Elk Knob Trail. The backcountry trails |
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of the Klamath Mountains are a really tremendous way to spend quality time in the great outdoors. Elk Knob Trail sees pretty high levels of rain; most of the rain falls throughout January while July is usually the driest month. At parts of the year this vicinity sees very little
| | rain, so make sure you check current conditions and fire restrictions with local forest authorities before you head out. There are two trailheads to chose from, one in each end which means you have the option of backcountry trekking it one way if you have someone to pick you up at the other end. And keep in mind that there could be temporary safety restrictions in spot. California has plenty of tremendous hiking trails, and among these are Elk Knob Trail in Lake County. Can’t wait to get out in the great outdoors, Elk Knob Trail in Lake County, California | |
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is a glorious location to go. Hiking in California is such a brilliant thing to do. This trek shouldn't take more than 1 hours, but you never know stuff could go wrong and you could get stuck so be prepared for that. This is a region covered with lots of hiking and backpacking
trails. The total elevation difference for Elk Knob Trail is 386 feet which is lower than average. Elk Knob Trail is 1.4 miles long it's a short hiking and backpacking trail. The hiking and backpacking trail stays roughly within the same elevation zone the whole time which means
the conditions are about the same from start to finish. This backcountry trail is on the short side having an average number of uphill miles which makes this hiking and backpacking trail good for the average backcountry trekker looking for an enjoyable adventure. This backcountry
trail is not that long but you should still bring some emergency supplies just in case something happens.
Briefly about the general area:
Stay the night at Bear Creek Campground; Elk Knob Trail is a spot with many visitors from Clearlake. So much entertaining stuff to
do in the Klamath Mountains, not sufficient time. Elk Knob Trail is a splendid place to camp, Deer Valley Campground is a splendid place; Elk Valley is a tremendous place to stretch your legs a bit.
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Location of Trailhead 1: Latitude 39.239, Longitude -122.863
- - Directions and Road Map
Location of Trailhead 2: Latitude 39.2302, Longitude -122.8612
- - Directions and Road Map
Trailhead 1 to Trailhead 2:
Total hiking length = .7 miles
Total climbing distance = .2 miles
Difficulty : Easy
Casual Hiking Pace:
.5 hours
Fast Hiking Pace:
.5 hours
Trailhead 2 to Trailhead 1:
Total hiking length = .7 miles
Total climbing distance = .3 miles
Difficulty : Medium
Casual Hiking Pace:
.5 hours
Fast Hiking Pace:
.5 hours
| | Trailhead 1 back to Trailhead 1:
Total hiking length = 1.4 miles
Total climbing distance = .5 miles
Difficulty : Medium
Casual Hiking Pace:
1 hours
Fast Hiking Pace:
.5 hours
Trailhead 2 back to Trailhead 2:
Total hiking length = 1.4 miles
Total climbing distance = .5 miles
Difficulty : Medium
Casual Hiking Pace:
1 hours
Fast Hiking Pace:
.5 hours
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Total elevation difference: 386 feet
Tallman Hotel, Upper Lake
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5 miles away
The Tallman Hotel is a return to a simpler time. This handsome country hotel, built in the 1890's, was completely restored in 2005. Its interiors are inspired by the natural setting of Lake County. An...
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Super 8 Motel - Upper Lake, Upper Lake
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5 miles away
Pride of Super 8. AAA approved. We offer: complimentary SuperStart breakfast, wireless high speed internet, outdoor (seasonal) pool and whirlpool. Suites with microfridge and whirlpool available. We a...
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User input for Elk Knob Trail, Klamath Mountains, Lake County, California:
Outdoors Recreation Near Clearlake, California
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More Hotels and Campgrounds Near Elk Knob Trail, Klamath Mountains, Lake County, California
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| These outdoors activities are available near Elk Knob Trail. |
| | Trails Near Elk Knob Trail:
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Middle Creek Flat Trail, Lake
County
, 2 miles away, 1.5 hiking miles, 1427 feet elevation difference |
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Bucknell Trail, Lake
County
, 7 miles away, 2.3 hiking miles, 1210 feet elevation difference |
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Crooked Tree Trail, Lake
County
, 11 miles away, 8.9 hiking miles, 2583 feet elevation difference |
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Milk Ranch Trail, Colusa
County
, 11 miles away, 6.4 hiking miles, 1706 feet elevation difference |
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Bathhouse Trail, Colusa
County
, 12 miles away, 4.6 hiking miles, 1946 feet elevation difference |
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Bonnie View Trail, Colusa
County
, 12 miles away, 9.2 hiking miles, 3897 feet elevation difference |
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Trout Creek Trail, Colusa
County
, 13 miles away, 7.8 hiking miles, 4009 feet elevation difference |
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| | Hotels Near Elk Knob Trail:
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Tallman Hotel, Upper Lake
, 5 miles away |
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Super 8 Motel - Upper Lake, Upper Lake
, 5 miles away |
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Robinson Rancheria Resort Casino, Nice
, 6 miles away |
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Skylark Shores Resort, Lakeport
, 11 miles away |
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Konocti Vista Casino Resort, Lakeport
, 12 miles away |
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6 miles away
