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Red Elephant Mine Trail

This challenging off-highway vehicle trail is about 8 miles long. Beginning near the top of Round Mountain, the first section of the trail winds around 2 wildlife watering ponds. A steep downhill section leads to a narrow ridge top, overlooking grasslands and streams leading to Hunting Creek. The trail continues to a challenging stream crossing, then back up a narrow cross-hill section to a series of clifftop switchbacks. From the switchbacks, a rider can see the site of the old Red Elephant…

  • State: California
  • Managed by: Bureau of Land Management
  • Coordinates: 39.123800000000074, -123.28049999999996

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Frequently asked questions

Is Red Elephant Mine Trail reservable?

Red Elephant Mine Trail is primarily first-come, first-served. Use the availability view to gauge how busy it is before you go.

Where is Red Elephant Mine Trail?

Red Elephant Mine Trail is located in California. See the map for its exact location and directions.

How do I book a campsite at Red Elephant Mine Trail?

Pick your dates on the availability calendar, then reserve through the official booking link. You can also set an alert and we'll notify you if a sold-out date opens up.

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