Fredonyer Butte Trail
Develop approximately 24.5 miles of multi-use, non-motorized loop trails & two trailheads, for hiking/walking, bicycling & equestrian use. Trailheads near Fredonyer Crest & Goumaz Campground would include parking, informational kiosks & restrooms.
Project Summary
Location Summary:
Eagle Lake is 12 miles to the north and Lake Almanor is 14 miles to the southeast. The proposed trailhead and parking area are approx. eight miles east of the community of Westwood on Highway 36.
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 04/20/2020 |
| Decision | 08/2025 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 08/2025 (Estimated) |
Expected Analysis Type:
Decision Memo
Categorical Exclusion:
32.2 (1), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(1)
Special Authority:
Not Applicable / Other
Lead Management Unit:
Eagle Lake Ranger District
Notice and Comment Regulation:
Not Subject to Regulations
Project Purpose:
Recreation Management
Project Activity:
Trail Management
Current Status:
Completed
Project Decision Information
Decision Memo, Fredonyer Butte Trail
Decision Signed Date: 08/11/2025
Forests:
Lassen National Forest
Districts:
Eagle Lake Ranger District
States:
California
Counties:
Lassen
Legal Land Description:
Site is in portions of Sections 1, 2, 4, 5, 8, 10-17, 21, 22 Township 29 North, Range 10 East, and Section 33 Township 30 North, Range 10 East, Mount Diablo Base and
Meridian.
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Brian Newman
477-050 Eagle Lake Road
Susanville, CA 96130
530-338-8745
brian.newman@usda.gov
Last Updated: 8/15/2025