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Woodchuck Basin Trailhead
Woodchuck Basin is the trailhead for the Wheeler Ridge/ Wheeler Lake Trail (on maps as the Woodchuck Trail, 18E24 and Underwood Valley Trail, 18E02), which leads to Wheeler Lake and Avalanche Meadow. The trail connects with the Sandy Meadow Trail (19E53), which passes through Sandy Meadow and ends at the Sandy Meadow Trailhead.
At a Glance
| Current Conditions: | Calaveras Ranger District (HWY 4) |
|---|---|
| Permit Info: | This trail enters the Mokelumne Wilderness; a wilderness permit is required for overnight visits to the Mokelumne Wilderness. |
| Usage: | Medium |
| Closest Towns: | Bear Valley to the west |
| Water: | No |
| Restroom: | No |
| Operated By: | US Forest Service |
General Information
Directions:From the Calaveras Ranger District head east on Highway 4 for approximately 35 miles; parking is on the left, right off the highway. Accessible to all highway-legal vehicle types, native surface parking area.
Lat/Long: 38.4933, -119.9808