Doe Flat Trailhead
Del Norte County, California
Overview
4.25 miles Easy/moderate Trailhead elevation: 4500' Trail end elevation: 3200' Driving time: 1.2 hours Trailhead access from the Smith River NRA Visitor Center, 10600 U.S. Highway 199, Gasquet, CA 95543: Travel east on Hwy 199 for about 10 miles (mile post 24.85). Turn right at Little Jones Creek Rd (a.k.a. FS 16, and FS17N05) and stay on the paved road for about 10 miles to intersection of FS16N02. Turn left on 16N02 and drive about 3.5 miles; road ends at the trailhead. Trail leads to Devil’s Punchbowl Trail and Trout Camp near the intersection with Clear Creek Trail. Buck Lake Trail branches off 1.5 mile from trail- head; wilderness hunting and fishing areas may also be accessed from this trail. Parking, 3 campsites and a vault toilet are at the trailhead. No water at trailhead.
Amenities
- WaterNo
- ElectricNo
- PetsNo
- ReservableNo
Conditions
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