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Ides Cove Loop National Recreation Trail

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 3.3 (3)
  1. Areas
  2. CA
  3. …North Coast
  4. …Mendocino National Forest
  5. Yolla Bolly-Middle Eel Wilderness
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“A popular runner, biker, and equestrian trail used to access the Yolla Bolly Middle-Eel Wilderness. ”

Dara Zimmerman
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10.5

Miles

16.9

KM

85%

Runnable

7,487' 2,282 m

High

6,222' 1,896 m

Low

1,964' 599 m

Up

1,857' 566 m

Down

7%

Avg Grade (4°)

22%

Max Grade (12°)

Dogs Off-leash

Features Birding · Wildflowers · Wildlife

Generally accessible from May to November.

Runner Notes

Trail is excellent for running; watch out for bikers and horses.

Description

The Ides Cove Loop National Recreation Trail is the most popular access point for the Yolla Bolly Middle-Eel Wilderness. The trail is a well-maintained, wide path for runners, bikers, and equestrians. The Ides Cove Loop ridge section of the trail is also the start of the long-distance Bigfoot Trail.

Flora & Fauna

Bear, deer, eagles, hawks.

Contacts

Land Manager: USFS - Shasta & Trinity National Forest Office

Shared By:

Dara Zimmerman with improvements by Jenny Mohn
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  3.3 from 3 votes

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