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Etna Summit Trailhead
Area Status: Open
The Pacific Crest Trail crosses County Road 1C01 at Etna Summit (5960'). The trail heads north into the Marble Mountain Wilderness and south into the Russian Wilderness. This area has great views and cooler temperatures than the Scott Valley below. There is parking available.
Due to elevation, accessibility determined by snow levels.
At a Glance
| Current Conditions: | 03/18/2025 Trailhead accessible but trails may be snowy. |
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| Fees: | No fee |
| Permit Info: | A current California Campfire Permit is required to use a camp stove, barbecue or have a campfire. Local fire restrictions supersede the campfire permit. Inquire at the Ranger Station before having a fire. |
| Usage: | Light |
| Restrictions: | Water 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 in parking lot and developed areas. |
| Closest Towns: | Etna 12 miles |
| Water: | None |
| Restroom: | None |
| Operated By: | US Forest Service |
General Information
Directions: From Etna travel south on county road 1C01 approx 12 miles to the summit.Activities
Day Hiking
The Pacific Crest Trail crosses County Road 1C01 at Etna Summit (5960'). The trail heads north into the Marble Mountain Wilderness and south into the Russian Wilderness.| Fire Information | A current California Campfire Permit is required to use a camp stove, barbecue or have a campfire. Local fire restrictions supersede the campfire permit. Inquire at the Ranger Station before having a fire. |
| Difficulty Level: | Intermediate to Difficult |
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Backpacking
The Pacific Crest Trail crosses County Road 1C01 at Etna Summit (5960'). The trail heads north into the Marble Mountain Wilderness and south into the Russian Wilderness.| Fire Information | A current California Campfire Permit is required to use a camp stove, barbecue or have a campfire. Local fire restrictions supersede the campfire permit. Inquire at the Ranger Station before having a fire. |
| Difficulty Level: | Intermediate to Difficult |
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Viewing Scenery
Beautiful views of the Marble Mountain Wilderness and Russian Wilderness.| Difficulty Level: | Easy to Intermediate |
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