The Best Backpacking in Chester

Mountain Meadow Reservoir is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Westwood, California.

The hike starts at the Warner Valley Trailhead and winds up the mountain until you reach the lake. The first 2 miles or so are very pleasant walk through the woods until you reach the last portion which is essentially straight up the mountain side.  This portion of the trail can be very slippery...

The caribou lakes loop is very laid back, making it a great start for first time backpackers and kids. Word of caution: in the summer the mosquitos are plenty, I'd recommend this loop for the fall. From the parking lot there is a visible sign pointing you in the direction of the trailhead near Ca...

Cypress Lake is an out-and-back trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Chester, California.

King's Creek Falls to Devil's Kitchen Trail is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Mill Creek, California.

Summit Lake, Snag Lake and Horseshoe Lake Loop is a loop trail that is moderately difficult located near Old Station, California.

This hike is one of my favorites for when I only have a weekend to get my nature fix. To start off, visit either the Loomis Museum, Loomis Ranger Station, Butte Lake Ranger Station, Kohm Yah-mah-nee Visitor Center, Warner Valley Ranger Station, or Juniper Lake Ranger Station and pick up a wildern...

Cluster Lakes Loop Trail is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Old Station, California.

Summit, Horseshoe, Snag, Cinder Cone, Rainbow, Twin, and Echo Lakes Loop is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Old Station, California.

Summit Lake, Horseshoe Lake, Snag Lake, Cinder Cone, Twin Lakes, and Echo Lake loop is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Old Station, California.

Triangle, Turnaround, and Black Lakes Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a lake located near Old Station, California.

Lower Twin and Snag Lakes Loop Trail is a loop trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Old Station, California.

Butte Lake to Widow Lake is an out-and-back trail where you may see wildflowers located near McArthur, California.

Cinder Cone Nature Trail is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Old Station, California.

Butte Lake to Snag Lake Loop Trail is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Old Station, California.

Start from the Butte Lake trailhead, off Highway 44 at the north end of Lassen Volcanic National Park. From the parking lot walk past the little boat launch and the trailhead is obvious in front of you.  Be mentally prepared to be walking in loose sand for most of this trip (and bring ankle or kn...