Norcross Trailhead
The Norcross Trailhead is located at the southern end of the Norcross Campground. Completely destroyed in the Panther Fire in 2008, Norcross Campground has been rebuilt and reopened in late 2009. Water is available for horses but not for human consumption. There are two main trails out of Norcross heading into the Marble Mountain Wilderness; the Elk Creek Trail and the Kelsey National Recreation Trail along Bear Creek to Bear Valley and Bear Lake. The Elk Creek Trail can be ridden or hiked as 4 different loops with a variety of destinations and mountain lakes.
General Information
Open 24 hours/day
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 for humans 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. Camping limit 14 days.
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 outside of developed areas. Local fire restrictions supersede the campfire permit. Inquire at the Ranger Station before having a fire.
No fees are required for this site
No fee
Address: 63822 Highway 96 Happy Camp, CA 96039
Phone: (530) 493-2243
Hours: Weekdays 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM, closed on holidays. (Closed on federal holidays)
Getting There
Latitude / Longitude
Latitude: 41.64626025
Longitude: -123.3081901
Facility and Amenity Information
Restrooms
Vault toilet(s)Water
Potable water is not available at this site.
