Hermit Valley

Area Status: Open
Wooden sign with historical information about Hermit Valley River running through meadow with trees in background River running through meadow with trees and mountains in background Woman wading in river with shrubs along the shoreline and trees in the background Grassy meadow with trees in background

 

 

A beautiful Valley and historic landmark. Visit the Hermit Valley web page on the Ebbetts Pass National Scenic Byway website for detailed information.

At a Glance

Current Conditions: Calaveras Ranger District (Hwy 4)
Water: No
Restroom: Yes, in campground
Operated By: US Forest Service

General Information

Directions:


5.4 miles west of Ebbetts Pass summit on Highway 4. From the Calaveras Ranger Station in Hathaway Pines, California, head east on Highway 4 for about 43 miles.


Highway access is very steep, narrow, and winding; vehicles over 25 feet are not advisable. Contact the Calaveras Ranger District for conditions (209) 795-1381.


Recreation Map

Map showing recreational areas. Map Information

Activities

Campground Camping

Recreation areas with activity Campground Camping:

River and Stream Fishing

Recreation areas with activity River and Stream Fishing:

Trout fishing in Mokelumne River.

Day Hiking

Recreation areas with activity Day Hiking:

Deer Creek Trail

Deer Valley/Stevenot Camp Trailhead

Backpacking

Recreation areas with activity Backpacking:

Deer Creek Trail

Deer Valley/Stevenot Camp Trailhead

Viewing Scenery

Recreation areas with activity Viewing Scenery:

OHV Trail Riding

Recreation areas with activity OHV Trail Riding:

Deer Valley OHV Trail

Scenic Driving

Recreation areas with activity Scenic Driving:

XC Skiing/Snowshoeing

Recreation areas with activity XC Skiing/Snowshoeing:

Lake Alpine SNO-PARK

Snowmobiling

Recreation areas with activity Snowmobiling:

Lake Alpine SNO_PARK

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Location

 
  Latitude : 
38.537594

  Longitude : 
-119.898637

  Elevation : 
7100