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Grider Creek Trailhead
The Grider Creek Trailhead at the south end of the campground is where the Pacific Crest Trail comes out of the Marble Mountain Wilderness. The trail goes up Grider Creek (south) for approximately 12 miles through old growth forest and eventually crosses the Kelsey National Recreation Trail.
At a Glance
| Fees: | No fee |
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| Permit Info: | No wilderness permits are required for day or overnight stays in the Marble Mountain Wilderness. Through hikers on the PCT heading south may require wilderness permits in advance in other areas including Trinity Alps Wilderness. Contact Pacific Crest Trail Association for a complete list. A current California Campfire Permit is required to use a camp stove, barbecue or have a campfire. Local fire restrictions supersede the campfire permit. Inquire at the Ranger Station before having a fire. |
| Usage: | Light |
| Restrictions: | Do not tie horses to trees, living or dead. Do not tie horses to corral rails or posts. Keep horses away from the creek. Avoid damage to creek bank. Carry water to horses in corrals. Water and garbage service are not provided. Bring enough water for drinking, cooking and washing as well as extra water to drown campfires each day. Please take all trash, garbage, fish guts and dog droppings with you when you leave. Dogs on leash only. |
| Closest Towns: | Seiad 6 miles |
| Water: | Horses only, Not for Drinking |
| Restroom: | Vault |
| Operated By: | US Forest Service |
General Information
Directions:From Seiad east on Hwy 96 approx. 1.4 miles. Right on Grider Rd approx 2.3 miles. Right on Forest Road 46N66 (locally known as Grider Creek Rd) approx 2.5 miles to the campground. The trailhead is at the bridge at the far end of the campground.
Activities
Day Hiking
Heading south from the campground on the PCT, the trail follows Grider creek for almost 12 miles through old growth forest.
General Info:
ParkingThere is parking available for Day Use and Horse Trailers. Please do not park in the campsites in order to keep them available for campers.
| Fire Information | A current California Campfire Permit is required to use a camp stove, barbecue or have a campfire outside of developed areas. Local fire restrictions supersede the campfire permit. Inquire at the Ranger Station before having a fire. |
Backpacking
The Grider Creek trailhead is at 1400' elevation. The trail south climbs into the high country of the Marble Mountain Wilderness. High elevations of this trail may be obscured by snow well into June. Be prepared for unexpected changes and severe weather in the Wilderness.
| Fees: | No fee |
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