Established Camping
2E04 - Elk Camp Ridge
2E04 - Elk Camp Ridge is located in Six Rivers National Forest, CA, featuring forested terrain with a mix of hills and valleys. The area experiences temperature highs around 85°F in summer and lows near 30°F in winter. Nearby attractions include the Smith River National Recreation Area and Jedediah Smith Redwoods State Park, offering opportunities for hiking and exploring nature.
Description
Originally a pack train trail between Crescent City, CA and the gold mines of the Illinois Valley in Oregon, this scenic trail presents panoramic views of high mountain peaks, the Pacific Ocean, and the North and Middle Forks of the Smith River. The first half-mile from the lower trailhead was burned over in the Panther Fire of 1996. Parts of the trail were burned over in the Panther Fire of 1996 and and the Biscuit Fire of 2002. The trail was last maintained in 2011.
Location
2E04 - Elk Camp Ridge is located in California
Coordinates
41.88743963 N
123.8987624 W
Detours Nearby
Patrick Creek Dispersed Camping
57 min away
Florence Keller Campground
1 hr 15 min away
Access
Connectivity
T-Mobile5GExcellent Coverage
VerizonLTESome Coverage
AT&TNo Coverage
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Dispersed
- Group
