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| | Here in the pleasant state of California backpacking is a splendid idea. Every single California great outdoors trail is striking in its own way. Time to get out, and breathe some fresh air, and Humbug Trail in Nevada County, California is such a splendid spot. There are so many hiking trails in this area. Backcountry hiking trails for backpacking, and backpacking can be found all over California; one of them being Humbug Trail in Nevada County. Humbug Trail stays roughly within the same elevation zone the whole time which means the conditions are about |
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the same from start to finish. This is not a very long hiking and backpacking trail but it's always nice to bring some emergency supplies, you never know what could happen. All the water falling down from the sky makes Humbug Trail a wet place; January is the wettest month with
| | most rain, and the driest month of the year is July. The time needed for this backcountry hike is roughly 3.5 hours, but you never know stuff could go wrong and you could get stuck so be prepared for that. Summertime highs at Humbug Trail mostly tend to be in the 80's. Once the sun is down it sinks down to the 50's. The winter brings highs down to the 40's with temperatures at Humbug Trail dipping down into the 20's throughout winter nights. Humbug Trail is 4 miles long it's a mid length walk. Humbug Trail is a one trailhead hiking trail, so you're looking | |
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at an in and out backcountry trek. Rather far from Truckee-Grass Valley you locate Humbug Trail, but what a splendid spot for backcountry hiking it is. This part of California has a brilliant deal of available outdoors pastimes. And keep in mind that there could be temporary safety
restrictions in place. The length of Humbug Trail is about average with an average amount of climbing distance which makes this hiking trail nice for the average backcountry trekker looking for an enjoyable adventure. At parts of the year this vicinity sees very little rain, so
do check for current fire restrictions before you go if you plan to bring a stove or make a camp fire. These wilderness hiking trails here in the Northern Sierra Nevada are a brilliant way to explore these highlands. The total elevation difference for Humbug Trail is 1,041 feet
which is an average number.
Briefly about the general area:
If you're here, you might as well go to Pan Ravine. A quick spree to Humbug Creek close to Humbug Trail is a great idea; glide down the rapids of Yuba River - Middle Fork in a kayak.
Yep, outdoors entertaining
things truly is bountiful here in the Northern Sierra Nevada. Why not camp at Shonter Hill Campground since you're here at Humbug Trail, and get drenched paddling on Yuba River - South Fork. A glorious spot to camp here at Humbug Trail is South Yuba Primitive Campground; you'll meet a lot of folks from Truckee-Grass Valley here.
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Location of Trailhead: Latitude 39.3455, Longitude -120.9443
- - Directions and Road Map
Total in and out hiking length = 4 miles
Total climbing distance = 1.6 miles
Difficulty : Medium
Casual Hiking Pace:
3.5 hours
Fast Hiking Pace:
2 hours
Total elevation difference: 1041 feet
Deer Creek Inn, Nevada City
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5 miles away
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Nevada City Inn, Nevada City
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8 miles away
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Outdoors Recreation Near Truckee-Grass Valley, California
Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Truckee-Grass Valley, California, the metro area neareast to Humbug Trail. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.
More Hotels and Campgrounds Near Humbug Trail, Northern Sierra Nevada, Nevada County, California
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| These outdoors activities are available near Humbug Trail. |
| | Trails Near Humbug Trail:
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South Yuba Trail, Nevada
County
, 3 miles away, 2.3 hiking miles, 929 feet elevation difference |
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Lafayette Ridge Trail, Sierra
County
, 5 miles away, 4 hiking miles, 1583 feet elevation difference |
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Halls Ranch Trail, Sierra
County
, 10 miles away, 6.3 hiking miles, 2105 feet elevation difference |
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Bayes Cabin Road, Nevada
County
, 12 miles away, 3.4 hiking miles, 1568 feet elevation difference |
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Bedbug Smith Trail, Sierra
County
, 13 miles away, 6.2 hiking miles, 1927 feet elevation difference |
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Green Valley Trail, Placer
County
, 14 miles away, 2.8 hiking miles, 2371 feet elevation difference |
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Euchre Bar Trail, Placer
County
, 15 miles away, 3.3 hiking miles, 1947 feet elevation difference |
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| | Whitewater Near Humbug Trail:
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Yuba River - South Fork, Nevada County
County
, 3 miles away, Class IV - 14 miles long (Washington to Edwards Crossing) |
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Yuba River - Middle Fork, Sierra/ Nevada/ Yuba County
County
, 4 miles away, Class III-V - 22 miles long (Plumago Crossing to Route 49) |
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Yuba River - South Fork, Nevada County
County
, 6 miles away, Class IV - 4 miles long (Edwards Crossing to Purdon Crossing) |
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Yuba River - North Fork, Sierra County
County
, 10 miles away, Class IV - 8.5 miles long (Goodyears Bar Bridge to Highway 49 Bridge) |
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Yuba River - South Fork, Nevada County
County
, 10 miles away, Class IV-V - 4 miles long (Purdon's Crossing to Route 49) |
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| | Hotels Near Humbug Trail:
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Deer Creek Inn, Nevada City
, 5 miles away |
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Nevada City Inn, Nevada City
, 8 miles away |
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Piety Hill Cottages, Nevada City
, 8 miles away |
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Best Western Gold Country Inn, Grass Valley
, 10 miles away |
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Holiday Lodge Grass Valley, Grass Valley
, 11 miles away |
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| | Lakes Near Humbug Trail
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Scotts Flat Reservoir, Nevada County
, 4 miles away |
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Deer Creek Reservoir, Nevada County
, 5 miles away |
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