Etna Summit Trailhead
The Pacific Crest Trail crosses County Road 1C01 at Etna Summit (5960'). The trail heads north into the Marble Mountain Wilderness and south into the Russian Wilderness. This area has great views and cooler temperatures than the Scott Valley below. There is parking available.
Due to elevation, accessibility determined by snow levels.
General Information
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 in parking lot and developed areas.
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.
No fee
Address: 11263 N. Highway 3 Fort Jones, CA 96032
Phone: (530) 468-5351
Hours: Weekdays 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM, closed on holidays. (Closed on federal holidays)
Getting There
Latitude / Longitude
Latitude: 41.394816
Longitude: -122.994431
Directions
From Etna travel south on county road 1C01 approx 12 miles to the summit.
Facility and Amenity Information
Restrooms
Restrooms are not available at this site.
Water
Potable water is not available at this site.
Recreation Opportunities
Recreation Groups
The Pacific Crest Trail, or the PCT, is arguably the most famous of the nation's designated National Scenic Trails. Winding its way through spectacular vistas fr