2 reviews of Pacific Crest Trail, Squaw Valley Trailhead
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Victoria L.
Place rating: 5 San Francisco, CA
Why Go? * You like to hear/see running water * You like hike under trees * You like to think you are hiking in the middle of a scene from the movie Twilight Trail Descrip * Lush, follows the creek, good views above as well as can get closer to the creek * Some parts of the trail a bit narrow * Supposedly there are 2 waterfalls around 2.5 or 3 miles I think * Note — when went in July 2010 there was a sign that was posted that at around 2.5 miles i think the trail was washed out and there is no way around Things to Keep in Mind: * The last couple miles to get to the trailhead is unpaved rocky road so make sure your car can handle it * The way there we drove real real slow(we had a jeep) and we could feel every freakin’ bump. on the way back decided to drive faster and it was fine Resources: * *
Nicky f.
Place rating: 5 Redding, CA
This trailhead is gorgeous! Someday I will hike this section. For now it’s beautiful to drive there & hang out by the creek, look at the bridges, scenery and those tropical-looking umbrella plants. I was hoping to talk to some hikers passing through but we weren’t there long enough. To get there you take the road(Squaw Valley Rd. I believe) from McCloud, the one that heads to the McCloud Reservoir. Once you pass Friday’s RV Retreat, take the first road to the right and drive in a couple miles(apr). The trailhead will be on your left. You’ll see a toilet… If you want better directions you can also stop at the Ranger’s office in McCloud.
