Trail Overview

Hull Mountain is a dominant peak and rises over 5,000 feet above Lake Pillsbury in the southwest part of the Mendocino National Forest. This is a beautiful area for camping and other recreational activities. Relatively easy mountain roads take you on a journey deep into the wilds of the back country, all the way to the summit rubble of Hull Mountain.

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Difficulty

This trail is not very difficult under normal conditions. Snow can significantly increase the level of difficulty and may impact accessibility.

History

Hull Mountain is named for James Hull, an early settler and hunter killed by a grizzly bear near the summit in 1856.

Technical Rating

Chad Roffey

Jun 14, 2026

Open

Clear, easy drive in a high roof AWD Sprinter van. Closer to the top of the mountain there are some off-camber ruts that are 2-3’ deep, but the roads are wide enough that you can fully avoid them. The bottom 3/4 of the trail is in great shape.

Aaron Sykes

May 31, 2026

Open