Site Open
Recreation Region: Almanor Ranger District
Caribou Lake Trailhead
Wilderness trailhead at eastern boundary of Caribou Wilderness. Access via Silver Lake Road or 10 Road to Caribou Lake. Serves as primary wilderness access. Parking for 20 vehicles and bulletin board provided. Small boats may be launched into Caribou Lake from trailhead when lake levels allow.
Current Conditions
Site is not accessible during winter
Reservations
General Information
The Caribou Wilderness is open year-round.
Day use only; no overnight camping allowed
No permit required for Caribou Wilderness.
- Campfires in fire rings only, subject to fire restrictions
- California Campfire Permit required
- Pack out your trash
- Vehicles and mechanized equipment prohibited in the Caribou Wilderness
Address: 900 E. Hwy 36 Chester, CA 96020
Phone: (530) 258-2141
Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (Closed on federal holidays)
Getting There
Latitude / Longitude
Latitude: 40.502272
Longitude: -121.163981
Elevation
6500'
Facility and Amenity Information
Water
Potable water is not available at this site.
Horse/Pack Animal Information
Horse/Pack animals are allowed at this site.
