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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

Salmon/Scott River Ranger District Office

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

Small alpine lakes in a meadowy canyon area in the rugged mountains.

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

Last updated August 11, 2026