Wild Plum Loop Trail
DESCRIPTION:
Nice views of Sierra Buttes, good fishing in Haypress and Milton Creeks or North Yuba.
| Miles | Elevation Range | Options |
|---|---|---|
| 3 | 4400’-4840’-4400’ |
|
DIRECTIONS:
To Wild Plum Loop Trail
Topographic Map: Haypress Valley.
Free parking available before bridge to campground (see above). Loop easiest if followed counter-clockwise. Follow main campground road 0.3 mile to the trail beginning at gate near Unit 31. Continue up the gated road another 0.5 mile. Here trail turns at the small sign to the left (east). Continue on Loop Trail 0.4 mile to PCT at footbridge across Haypress Creek. Follow the PCT left (north) and continue 0.2 mile to Haypress Creek Trail junction. Continue up PCT another 0.4 mile, then drop down (left) the signed spur trail. Parking area is another 1.5 miles below PCT.
ACTIVITIES:
Hiking: Dayhikes (Rating: Best)
Difficulty: Gentle Time: 1½ hours
No bikes on PCT segment.
