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Trinity Alps Wilderness
Located in the Shasta-Trinity, Klamath and Six Rivers National Forests in California.
Special Feature. . .
Trinity Alps Wilderness - Northern California's most spectacular mountain wilderness: maps, photos and a trail guide.
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The 513,100 acre Trinity Alps Wilderness is the second largest wilderness in California. The area,
formerly known as the Salmon Trinity Alps Primitive Area, was nearly doubled in size by the 1984
California Wilderness Act. This rugged, isolated area consists of mountain ridges and deep canyons
between the Trinity and Salmon Rivers. The area contains more than 55 lakes and streams, scattered
timber stands and large meadows, barren rock cliffs and peaks. Elevations within the wilderness range
from 2,000 feet to 8,000 feet. Annual precipitation is 50 inches, including up to 12 feet of snow.
The area is accessible from mid-June to mid-October. Bear and other wildlife are plentiful. Firewood is
scarce in many areas so portable stoves are recommended. Forage is limited so stock feed is required
before July 1.
There are many trail into the Trinity Alps Wilderness. The most heavily use areas are Canyon Creek,
Stuart Fork, Swift Creek and Grizzly Creek drainages. Less use trails are found in the areas south of
Coffee Creek Road and near Little Mill, Washbasin and West Boulder lakes. Visitor permits are
required.
For further information contact: Weaverville Ranger District, Klamath National Forest -Or- Big Bear Ranger District, Shasta-Trinity National Forest -Or- Six Rivers National Forest
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