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Caribou Lake Trailhead
Area Status: Closed
Wilderness trailhead at eastern boundary of Caribou Wilderness. Access via Silver Lake Road or 10 Road to Caribou Lake. Serves as primary wilderness access. Parking for 20 vehicles and bulletin board provided. Small boats may be launched into Caribou Lake from trailhead when lake levels allow.
At a Glance
| Current Conditions: | This trailhead is generally always open to the public. The area is not currently maintained, use at your discretion. |
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| Operational Hours: | The Caribou Wilderness is open year-round, but not always accessible due to snow and weather. |
| Fees: | None |
| Permit Info: | No permit required for Caribou Wilderness. |
| Usage: | Medium |
| Busiest Season: | Summer |
| Restrictions: | Include: Campfires in fire rings or portable cookstoves only; no camping within 100' of water bodies; pack out trash; dogs must be on leash; 14 day maximum stay; maximum group size 25 |
| Closest Towns: | Chester, CA, Susanville, CA, Westwood, CA |
| Water: | No drinking water available |
| Restroom: | Vault toilets |
| Operated By: | Forest Service |
| Information Center: | Almanor Ranger District |
Activities
Highlights
Location
Elevation :
6500'
