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Salmon Creek Trail

This trail starts at the entrance to Horse Meadow Campground, crosses Horse Meadow and heads about four miles down the south side of Salmon Creek to Salmon Creek Falls. This trip is about eight miles round trip with a 400-foot elevation drop, mainly at the west end. Horseback Riding and Hiking

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

Specific Trail Information

Trail Number

33E36

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 Fee

Contact Name: Kern River Ranger District

Contact Phone: 760-376-3781

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 28th, 2025