Near North Fork Trail
North Fork Salmon Trail in Marble Mountain Wilderness.
Near North Fork Trail
View of North Fork Salmon River from North Fork Salmon Trail in Marble Mountain Wilderness.

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North Fork Trail

4.7 (3 Ratings)
This trail is a spectacular but gentle climb along the North Fork Salmon River through old-growth forest to alpine lakes
19.3
mi
Distance
5,677
ft
Gain
strenuous
Difficulty
BirdingRiver/CreekSwimmingViewsWildflowers
Access Issues
Generally accessible in May to October.

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
19.27mi
Distance
5,677ft
Elevation Gain
2,283ft
Elevation Loss
35%
Max Grade
7,220ft
High Point
2,648ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
This hidden-gem of a trail is a singletrack dirt trail that follows the scenic North Fork Salmon River through beautiful old-growth forest. Campsites, swim holes, and water supply creeks are abundant. The trail is easy to follow and has a relatively gentle climb up to the English Peak area of Marble Mountain Wilderness. The trail is the longest but least difficult trail to reach the English Peak area from Salmon River Road near Sawyers Bar, CA. The English Peak area has many alpine lakes with spectacular views in every direction. This trail is known for access to world-class salmon fishing in the tributaries of the North Fork Salmon River. On some maps, the North Fork Trail continues past English Peak and into the Little North Fork drainage, however this section of trail is referred to as the Little North Fork Trail. NOTE: This area burned in 2017.

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Contributors
Dara Zimmerman