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Matilija Creek (Upper North Fork)
Area Status: Closed
There are four undeveloped, primitive campgrounds along the trail. Murietta Camp is east of Matilija creek approximately .5 mile up Murietta Canyon. Matilija Camp, Middle Matilija, and Maple Camp are approximately .5, 3, and 6 miles up the Upper North Fork.
At a Glance
| Current Conditions: | Closed by Forest Order due to storm damage and repair |
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| Information Center: | Call (661) 805-1057 or (805) 448-6487 or (805) 865-0416 for more information. |
General Information
Directions: From Hwy 101 take Hwy 33 north to Matilija Canyon Road. Drive to the Forest Service gate (trailhead at end of road). The Matilija Canyontrail continues along the Upper North Fork, within the Matilija Wilderness, for approximately 8 miles.Activities
River and Stream Fishing
Approximately 10 to 12 miles of the stream are fishable.| Fish Species | Trout |