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Myrtle Creek Trail

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  2. CA
  3. …North Coast
  4. Six Rivers National Forest
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Length

1.0 Miles 1.7 Kilometers


Elevation

197' 60 m

Ascent

-37' -11 m

Descent

4%

Avg Grade (2°)

21%

Max Grade (12°)

417' 127 m

High

254' 77 m

Low

Conditions

Unknown
History
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“A short trail with interpretive signs through the Myrtle Creek Botanical Area.”

— Tilman Giese
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Overview

Features: River/Creek — Wildflowers

Description

This trail follows a water diversion ditch used for a hydraulic gold mining operation started in 1894. From the parking area, cross the road and ascend very quickly through a lush second-growth forest. There are 15 interpretive signs along the trail explaining the history of the area as well as its diverse flora. If you look carefully, you can still spot some of the old mining equipment and ruins. The trail ends where it meets Myrtle Creek.

Flora & Fauna

Myrtle Creek is at the intersection of the coastal forest community, with its redwoods and ferns, and the interior region dominated by pine. The flora along the trail is very diverse.

Contacts

Land Manager: USFS - Six Rivers National Forest Office

May 17, 2018: Washouts lead to road closures on Ukonom District

May 17, 2018: Six Rivers’ campgrounds ready for summer

May 6, 2018: Acting leadership positions for Six Rivers

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Dec 31, 2016
Tilman Giese
2.1mi — 0h 54m
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A long abandoned water pipe used for hydraulic in late 1800s.
A long abandoned water pipe used for hydraulic…
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Myrtle Creek
Myrtle Creek
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The trailhead off Highway 199.
The trailhead off Highway 199.
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