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Heart Lake Trailhead
Area Status: Open
A non-motorized National Recreation Trail ideal for hiking and equestrian use, the Heart Lake trail is 4.7 miles along Martin creek with scenic views of Lassen Peak and Brokeoff Mountain.
At a Glance
| Current Conditions: | This dispersed area is generally always open to the public. The area is not maintained, use at your discretion. |
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| Operational Hours: | The Heart Lake Trail is generally open year-round, although not always accessible due to snow and weather. |
| Fees: | None. |
| Usage: | Light-Medium |
| Best Season: | Summer |
| 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. |
| Closest Towns: | Mineral, CA and Red Bluff, CA |
| Water: | No |
| Restroom: | No |
| Operated By: | Forest Service |
| Information Center: | Almanor Ranger District |
Activities
Day Hiking
Make sure and bring water!