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| | Ok, you've been cooped up too long, time to get out in the fresh air a bit, and Paradise Trail in Del Norte County, California is such a perfect place. Backcountry hiking trails for backcountry backpacking, and backpacking can be found all over California; Paradise Trail is one of them, and it's in Del Norte County. Hiking in California is such a perfect thing to do. There are plenty of backcountry trails in California; each one of them has its own character. This region does get very dry sometimes, so make sure you check current conditions and fire restrictions |
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with local forest authorities before you head out. This is a hiking and backpacking trail that is quite long, so don't forget to pack enough supplies. Here in the glorious state of California backcountry backpacking is always an exciting thing to do. Pretty far from Crescent City
| | North you bump into Paradise Trail, but many folks like to backcountry hike here to be close to the fresh air. Paradise Trail has two trailheads, so if you can get a ride from someone, you can trek it just one way. This is one of a very small number of wilderness hiking trails in this vicinity. This wilderness trail is a very long wilderness trail with an average amount of climbing distance which makes it a glorious wilderness hiking trail for experienced backcountry trekkers in tremendous shape. This hike should take you about 2.5 days, so it's a good | |
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thing if your backpack is big enough to do the job. And keep in mind that there could be temporary safety restrictions in site. The high level of rainfall makes Paradise Trail a reasonably wet location; December is the wettest month with most rain, and the driest month is July.
Throughout the warm days of summer at Paradise Trail highs are usually in the 60's. Throughout the dark hours of summer temperatures sink down into the 50's. Throughout the wintertime the highs are commonly in the 50's while Paradise Trail night low temperatures during the wintertime
are in the 30's. These wilderness trails here in the Coast Ranges are a very perfect way to see these mountains. This backcountry hiking trail goes through some very different elevations, and that means that some parts of the backcountry hiking trail could be very different from
other parts of it. This backpacking and hiking trail has a total elevation difference of 1,561 feet which is about average. With its 15.2 miles of walking distance; it's considered a longer hike.
Briefly about the general area:
Don't forget to take a fine little trip
to Rock Creek; float down the rapids of Smith River - South Fork in a kayak. Having a wonderful time in the Coast Ranges is uncomplicated. Camping is available at Hiouchi Hamlet RV Resort, and not far from here you can enjoy the trees of Stout Grove.
Camping at Big Flat Campground
is always a good experience, and if you come at the right time of year, Goose Creek offers some glorious whitewater. There's just no way anyone can get bored here at Paradise Trail. People from Crescent City North love to come to Paradise Trail, and Paradise Flat is a tremendous
site to check out. Redwood National and State Parks is a glorious national park, and you might also want to pay a visit to Allens Gulch since you're here at Paradise Trail.
But wait, there's more entertaining stuff to do in the Coast Ranges. Why not stop at close by Deer Creek
if you're here at Paradise Trail; don't leave Paradise Trail without first paying a visit to Mud Spring. A spree to Haines Flat invigorates the spirit, and Pigeon Roost Spring is an inspiring spot to explore during your stay.
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Location of Trailhead 1: Latitude 41.7237, Longitude -123.9925
- - Directions and Road Map
Location of Trailhead 2: Latitude 41.7754, Longitude -124.0623
- - Directions and Road Map
Trailhead 1 to Trailhead 2:
Total hiking length = 7.6 miles
Total climbing distance = 3.4 miles
Difficulty : Difficult
Casual Hiking Pace:
7 hours
Fast Hiking Pace:
4 hours
Trailhead 2 to Trailhead 1:
Total hiking length = 7.6 miles
Total climbing distance = 3.3 miles
Difficulty : Difficult
Casual Hiking Pace:
7 hours
Fast Hiking Pace:
3.5 hours
| | Trailhead 1 back to Trailhead 1:
Total hiking length = 15.2 miles
Total climbing distance = 6.7 miles
Difficulty : Difficult
Casual Hiking Pace:
2.5 days
Fast Hiking Pace:
9 hours
Trailhead 2 back to Trailhead 2:
Total hiking length = 15.2 miles
Total climbing distance = 6.7 miles
Difficulty : Difficult
Casual Hiking Pace:
2.5 days
Fast Hiking Pace:
9 hours
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Total elevation difference: 1561 feet
Super 8 Motel - Crescent City, Crescent City
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13 miles away
Located at the south end of Crescent City on Redwood Highway 101 across from Crescent City Harbor. 49 spacious rooms in a quiet, relaxed setting, some with harbor views. Walk across the street to expl...
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Best Western Northwoods Inn, Crescent City
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13 miles away
Experience a unique escape at this Crescent City hotel located in the heart of the area's redwood forests and across from the Pacific Ocean. The Best Western Northwoods Inn is located near some of th...
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User input for Paradise Trail, Coast Ranges, Del Norte County, California:
Outdoors Recreation Near Crescent City North, California
Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Crescent City North, California, the metro area neareast to Paradise Trail. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.
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Current weather conditions at Paradise Trail, Coast Ranges, Del Norte County, California
Local climate location: CRESCENT CITY 16 miles away
    
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Comfort Inn & Suites Redwood Coast, Crescent City
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14 miles away
Free high-speed Inernet access. Hotel is located at Gateway to the Redwood Forest and offers LARGE rooms, some with partial ocean views. Many of the rooms and suites have a balcony and a large whirlpo...
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Crescent City Travelodge, Crescent City
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14 miles away
The Travelodge Crescent City is located in the heart of downtown Crescent City, between US 101 Northbound and Southbound, and is close to the harbor, great dining, shops, fishing, lighthouse, and the ...
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More Hotels and Campgrounds Near Paradise Trail, Coast Ranges, Del Norte County, California
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| | Trails Near Paradise Trail:
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French Hill Trail, Del Norte
County
, 5 miles away, 2.2 hiking miles, 2021 feet elevation difference |
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Elk Camp Ridge Trail, Del Norte
County
, 12 miles away, 8.7 hiking miles, 2616 feet elevation difference |
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Summit Valley Trail, Del Norte
County
, 13 miles away, 14.8 hiking miles, 3955 feet elevation difference |
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| | Whitewater Near Paradise Trail:
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Smith River - South Fork, Del Norte County
County
, 0 miles away, Class III-V - 13 miles long (Big Flat Campground to confluence with Middle Fork) |
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Goose Creek, Del Norte County
County
, 6 miles away, Class V - 5.6 miles long (Saddle Road to South Fork Smith confluence) |
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Smith River - Middle Fork, Del Norte County
County
, 8 miles away, Class II-V - 22 miles long (6 Miles Above Patrick Creek to South Fork Road) |
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Hurdygurdy Creek, Del Norte County
County
, 9 miles away, Class V - 7.7 miles long (Bear Basin Road to Big Flat Road) |
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Smith River - North Fork, Del Norte County
County
, 9 miles away, Class III-V - 13 miles long (Low Divide Road to Gasquet) |
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| | Hotels Near Paradise Trail:
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Super 8 Motel - Crescent City, Crescent City
, 13 miles away |
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Best Western Northwoods Inn, Crescent City
, 13 miles away |
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Comfort Inn & Suites Redwood Coast, Crescent City
, 14 miles away |
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Crescent City Travelodge, Crescent City
, 14 miles away |
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Econo Lodge Crescent City, Crescent City
, 14 miles away |
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