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Six Rivers National Forest

California, USA Northern California Coastal watershed 40.026°, -123.313°
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Six Rivers National Forest -- California park
Six Rivers National Forest California · Northern California Coastal watershed
About this park

Six Rivers National Forest

Six Rivers National Forest in northwestern California is known for its remote beauty, old-growth forests, wild rivers, and dark skies. Named for the six rivers that run through it, the forest offers top attractions like the Smith River National Recreation Area, Bigfoot Scenic Byway, and dramatic views from Horse Mountain. Popular hikes include the Devil’s Punchbowl and Summit Valley trails. Wildlife includes black bears, elk, and spotted owls. Open year-round with no entry fee; spring through fall is best for hiking and river access. Come for solitude, stargazing, rafting, fishing, and diverse ecosystems across rugged terrain.
StateCalifornia
WatershedNorthern California Coastal
Latitude40.0256°
Longitude-123.3130°
In the park

Streamflow in Six Rivers National Forest

Live USGS discharge at streamgauges inside the park boundary.

GaugeFlow
Klamath R A Orleans · 2.09 ft gage 1,110 cfs
Sf Trinity R Bl Hyampom Ca · 2.77 ft gage 186 cfs
In the park

Trails in Six Rivers National Forest

Named trails whose route falls inside the park.

Ammon Station Road
5.3 mi · Hiking, Running
Big Flat Road
2.4 mi · Hiking, Running
Big Lake Road
10.2 mi · Hiking, Running
Big Slide Road
2.6 mi · Hiking, Running
Black Mountain Road (North) Spur A
2.4 mi · Hiking, Running
Blake Spring Trail
0.7 mi · Hiking, Running
Blue Ridge Road
8.6 mi · Hiking, Running
Bluff Creek Historic Trail
1.3 mi · Biking, Hiking, Horseback, Running
Boundary Trail 4e50
9.8 mi · Hiking, Running
Buck Lake Trail
1.7 mi · Hiking, Horseback, Running
Bug Creek Trail
4.4 mi · Biking, Hiking, Horseback, Running
Captain Haun Creek Road
3.2 mi · Hiking, Running
Cedar Grove Road
3.4 mi · Hiking, Running
Cedar Spring Road
2.8 mi · Hiking, Running
Chaparral Mountain Road
0.7 mi · Hiking, Running
Clear Creek Trail
3.4 mi · Biking, Hiking, Horseback, Running
Curve Road
2.8 mi · Hiking, Running
Dry Lake Road
5.3 mi · Hiking, Running
Ferguson Meadows Trail
4.4 mi · Hiking, Horseback, Running
Forest Route 18n08
10.6 mi · Hiking, Running
Henry Ridge Road
4.9 mi · Hiking, Running
Hidden Valley Ranch Road
3.7 mi · Hiking, Running
Hines Creek Road
1.7 mi · Hiking, Running
Holm Ridge Trail
0.8 mi · Hiking, Running
Hootie Road
1.9 mi · Hiking, Running
Huckleberry Creek Road
2.2 mi · Hiking, Running
Hurdygurdy Road
4.4 mi · Hiking, Running
Klondike Road
7.5 mi · Hiking, Running
Lake Vista Trail
1.0 mi · Hiking, Running
Laurel Road
3.0 mi · Hiking, Running
Le Perron Flat Road
6.3 mi · Hiking, Running
Lower Gurdy Road
1.6 mi · Hiking, Running
Mc Clellan Road
5.9 mi · Hiking, Running
Miller Place Road
5.0 mi · Hiking, Running
Muslatt Mountain Road Spur N
2.5 mi · Hiking, Running
Nickowitz Road
8.2 mi · Hiking, Running
North Fork Bluff Creek Road
1.1 mi · Hiking, Running
Packsaddle Ridge Trail
4.0 mi · Hiking, Horseback, Running
Pickett Peak Road
2.5 mi · Hiking, Running
Pickett Peak Trail
2.9 mi · Hiking, Running
Pond Road
0.5 mi · Hiking, Running
Powerline Road
5.3 mi · Hiking, Running
Powerline Road
15.4 mi · Hiking, Running
Prospect Hill Road
0.9 mi · Hiking, Running
Quinby Road
2.6 mi · Hiking, Running
Red Rock Road
2.0 mi · Hiking, Running
River Spirit Road
4.0 mi · Hiking, Running
Snake Road
1.2 mi · Hiking, Running
South Fork Trail
8.2 mi · Biking, Hiking, Horseback, Running
Sucker Lake Road
1.8 mi · Hiking, Running
Super Road
3.6 mi · Hiking, Running
Torrey Corrals Road
6.3 mi · Hiking, Running
Trib Catup Creek Road
2.2 mi · Hiking, Running
Tribultory Deer Lick Road
1.7 mi · Hiking, Running
Tributory Camp Creek Road
2.1 mi · Hiking, Running
Tub Spring Road
5.3 mi · Hiking, Running
Ullathorne Road
3.4 mi · Hiking, Running
Underwood Mountain Road Spur E
1.4 mi · Hiking, Running
White Side Road
1.4 mi · Hiking, Running
Wintoon Flat Road
3.8 mi · Hiking, Running
In the park

Points of interest in Six Rivers National Forest

Landmarks and points of interest inside the park boundary.

I Ironsides Museum
Ironsides Museum
Museum
Detailed forecast

Plan your visit down to the hour

Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.

Hourly detail

Next 5 days, hour by hour

Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.

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Deep dive

5-day forecast table

Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind.

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Long-term outlook

15-day temperature & precipitation

Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.

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Responsible recreation & Leave No Trace

Know before you go
Check the operator's site for hours, permit requirements, seasonal closures, and fire restrictions before heading out.
Stay on trail
Stick to marked paths to protect vegetation, prevent erosion, and avoid disturbing wildlife habitat.
Respect wildlife
Observe from a distance, never feed wildlife, and store food securely if camping is permitted on-site.
Pack it in, pack it out
Carry out all trash, food scraps, and gear. Many parks have limited or no trash service.
Leave what you find
Don't take rocks, plants, or artifacts. They make the park what it is for the next visitor.

Set push alerts in the Snoflo app

Save Six Rivers National Forest as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, freezing temperatures, fire-restriction days), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.

FAQ

About Six Rivers National Forest

What can I do at Six Rivers National Forest?

Most Snoflo-tracked parks support hiking, picnicking, and wildlife viewing. Check the operator's site for activity-specific rules (camping, fishing, paddling, hunting).

How fresh is the weather data?

The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from NOAA / yr.no. Streamflow comes live from USGS streamgauges.

When is the best time to visit?

Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation.

How do I get to Six Rivers National Forest?

Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the park.

Can I get alerts when conditions change?

Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this park, set a threshold (temperature, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.

Land designation

Park & land designation reference

A quick legend for the federal and state land categories Snoflo tracks. Each designation comes with different rules around access, recreation, and resource extraction.

National Park
Large protected natural areas managed by the federal government to preserve significant landscapes, ecosystems, and cultural resources; recreation is allowed but conservation is the priority.
State Park
Public natural or recreational areas managed by a state government, typically smaller than national parks and focused on regional natural features, recreation, and education.
Local Park
Community-level parks managed by cities or counties, emphasizing recreation, playgrounds, sports, and green space close to populated areas.
Wilderness Area
The highest level of land protection in the U.S.; designated areas where nature is left essentially untouched, with no roads, structures, or motorized motorized access permitted.
National Recreation Area
Areas set aside primarily for outdoor recreation (boating, hiking, fishing, often around reservoirs, rivers, or scenic landscapes); may allow more development.
National Conservation Area (BLM)
BLM-managed areas with special ecological, cultural, or scientific value; more protection than typical BLM land but less strict than Wilderness Areas.
State Forest
State-managed forests focused on habitat, watershed, recreation, and sustainable timber harvest.
Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Land
Vast federal lands managed for mixed use -- recreation, grazing, mining, conservation -- with fewer restrictions than national parks or forests.