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Quick Facts

Alder Bench Trail

Beginning Elevation:	8,400 Feet (2618.5 Meters)
Difficulty:	Moderate
Elevation Gain:	500 Feet (155.9 Meters)
Ending Elevation:	8,900 Feet (2774.3 Meters)
Length, One-way:	1.5 Miles (2.5 Kilometers)
Trail Number:	799
Usage:	Light
USGS Maps:	South Fork West

General Description

This had been a livestock trail, a way for stockmen to get their animal up to the high country. Now, livestock is driven on Alder Creek Road, leaving the trail open for hikers and horses. In the fall, hunters seek elk and deer on this trail.

Directions from South Fork: South Fork is 16 miles north of Del Norte on U.S. Highway 160. From South Fork, take highway 149 . Turn right on River Road (County Road 15) about 1 mile and turn left at Alder Creek Road (Forest Development Road 610). This will take you to Alder Guard Station.

Seasonal Information:
Normally Open: Late Spring through Early Fall (NOTE: Recommended season is Late Spring to Early Fall) .

Current Conditions & Trip Reports

Clear and dry Updated: 2000-05-09 10:27:00.0

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Recreation Opportunities

Activity		Remarks	On Site
	Hiking & Walking	Alder Bench Trail	Yes
	Horseback Riding	This is an old livestock trail.	Yes
	Big Game Hunting	Deer and elk	Yes