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Mill Creek Trail

The trail starts 1-1/2 miles east of Hwy 178 on Old Kern Canyon Road. The trail climbs gradually along Mill Creek for 2 miles, crossing the creek several times. Open oak, grass and riparian woodlands are found here, with fine spring wildflowers. Leaving the creek, one climbs moderate to steep grades through brush fields to mixed conifer forest. The trail ends at a small spur road just north of Squirrel Meadow on Breckenridge Mountain.

The trail is open for the following uses: Hiking

Current Conditions
For Kern River Ranger District recreation information, please call 760-376-3781.

Specific Trail Information

Trail Number

31E78

Trail Type

Standard/Terra Trail — A trail that has a surface consisting predominantly of the ground and that is designed and managed to accommodate use on that surface.

General Information

No Fees

Treat lightly. 

Contact Name: Kern River Ranger District

Contact Phone: Kern River Ranger District

Photo of the Kern River Ranger District Office

Address: 11380 Kernville Road Kernville, CA 93238
Phone: 760-376-3781
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm Memorial - Labor Day weekend 7 days a week. (Closed on federal holidays)
Office Email: SM.FS.SequoiaNF@usda.gov

Additional Information

Operated By

Sequoia National Forest, Kern River Ranger District

Recreation Opportunities

Last updated July 24, 2025