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Recreation Region: Mad River Ranger District

Devils Backbone Trail

The trail is located on top of Mad River Ridge just south of Mad River Rock. This trail is in the footprint of Gobbler Fire 2015, which was part of the 2015 Mad River Complex fire. There are views of Ruth Lake and the  Lassic mountains.

Specific Trail Information

Trail Number

#6E27

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

A wooden forest service signs greets drivers along a highway. The surrounding area is full of trees. Sky is clear and blue.

Address: 741 Highway 36 Bridgeville, CA 95526
Phone: (707) 574-6233
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8am-4:30pm; Closed for lunch 12pm-1230pm. Closed weekends. (Closed on federal holidays)

Recreation Opportunities

Hiking Hiking Horse Riding and Camping Horse Riding and Camping
Off-Highway Vehicles (OHV) Off-Highway Vehicles (OHV)

OHV Trail RidingOHV Trail Riding

Last updated March 3, 2026