Paper Cabin Ridge Trail
Total Miles
15.7
Elevation
1,103.41 ft
Duration
2 Hours
Technical Rating
Best Time
Spring, Winter, Summer
Trail Overview
Looking for a nice day trip? Paper Cabin is a decently long drive and can get pretty rough at times. This trail switchbacks up the canyon and to the top of the ridge where it then drops back down to an old mining cabin. There are tons of mines in the area including Buchanan Mine and others, with plenty of old relics and remanences from the past. This trail can get pretty washed out and rutted and usually has fallen trees so be prepared! In the summer and fall it's hot dusty and dry, the end of winter and spring is a perfect time for this trail. There are so many more trails in the area so your adventure doesn't have to stop here! Be mindful of cattle and private properties in the area.
Photos of Paper Cabin Ridge Trail
Difficulty
The ruts can be deep on the trail and in winter the mud is pretty bad. Some parts of the trail are pretty overgrown so be ready for some minor pinstripes. There used to be another route to this trail via Forest Route 1N03 but at this time it was completely washed out and impassable. (June 20 23)
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