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Hell Hole Reservoir 4x4 Trail, California

Short, difficult descent to scenic reservoir

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Difficulty: Difficult
Length: 3.9 miles / 6.3 km
Duration: 1-3 hours
Family Friendly • Dog Friendly
 
Overview: A long drive to a short, fun hardcore trail. Ends at a very secluded spot along the shores of little-used, but very impressive, Hell Hole Reservoir. Not too far from Loon Lake Staging Area of the Rubicon Trail. Makes a great weekend trip if you camp overnight and fish. Take bug repellent in the summer. Established campground on south end of reservoir near dam. Located in Eldorado National Forest. For current conditions call Georgeown Ranger District (530) 333-4312.

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Difficult. Narrow and steep with challenging rock ledges. Not for stock vehicles. High ground clearance, large tires and at least one locker recommended.

This trail is one of 75 trails from the book, Guide to Northern California Backroads & 4-Wheel Drive Trails, by Charles Wells, and is available at www.funtreks.com.


Tips: Help is a long way off. Don’t go alone.

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Points of Interest

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Start of Trail

Head north downhill on Road 14N09 following power lines.
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First View of Reservoir

Nice view of reservoir going down. Monument gives credit to Capital City Mountain Goats 4x4 club for adopting the trail.
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First Challenge

Trail gradually get rougher as you descend. First real challenge comes at this point.
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Ledges

Drop down big ledges as you approach reservoir.
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Arrive at Shoreline

Shoreline changes dramatically around reservoir depending upon water level. You can drive around and play on various size boulders when the water is low, depending on your vehicle's capability. When finished, turn around and head back up the way you came.
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