Recreation Region: Orleans Ranger District
Salmon Summit Trail
Specific Trail Information
Trail Number
#6E03
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
Beautiful mountain lakes and outrageous vistas with low visitor use! Experience this 30.7-mile out-and-back trail near Orleans, California. This trail is great for backpacking, camping, and hiking, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. This National Scenic Trail accesses Red Cap Lake and the Salmon Mountain area. Using the Devils Backbone trail, this system of trails connects the Salmon Mountain and Trinity Alps Wilderness recreation areas.
Difficulty: Difficult
Time: 16 hours
Length: 30.7 miles
Elevation Gain: 6,715 feet
Type: Out and Back
Address: 1 Ishi Pishi Road Orleans, CA 95556
Phone: (530) 627-3291
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8am-4pm; Closed weekends. (Closed on federal holidays)
