Recreation area

Tamarack Trailhead

Lassen National Forest · California — managed by USDA Forest Service

Open recreation area — no reservation needed

About this campground

This trailhead offers easy access into the Thousand Lakes wilderness. The Tamarack Trail is an easy climb of approximately 3.5 miles to  beautiful Lake Eiler and an easy loop through the lower lakes.

Activities

  • FISHING
  • HIKING
  • HORSEBACK RIDING
  • SWIMMING

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Details from Recreation.gov's official RIDB catalog. Conditions change — confirm with the managing office before you go. Not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.