Trailhead Access Update

Trailhead Access Update 6-13-23

Mileage represents distance of snow covered roads to the trailhead, not passable by vehicle. We are  The snow is very patchy, with a lot of dirt showing. The Hotlum-Wintun route still looks filled in and good from afar, but it's tough to tell how snow surfaces are. 

Clear Creek - 2.9 miles - This route has snow on it still, but inconsistent with long stringers here and there. The snow is likely getting dirty with hollow pockets/postholing. These conditions are typical for this time of year. Get your summit pass, wilderness permit and wag bags at the Mount Shasta or McCloud Ranger Station.



Brewer Creek - From Highway 89 you can drive within 5.2 miles of the TH.  From Highway 97, you can drive within 3.7 miles of the TH. Get your summit pass, wilderness permit and wag bags at the Mount Shasta or McCloud Ranger Station.



Northgate - Open, stocked with wilderness permits, summit passes for self-issue and wag bags. The bathrooms are also open. The Northgate trailhead road is very rough. Four-wheel drive isn't needed, but decent clearance is. The route looks in good shape. Watch for icy patches and weak snow bridges. Know where glaciers exist. Routes on this side of the mountain are not for novices.

Military Pass - OPEN; small patches of passable snow exist and we are continuing to remove downed timber from the road.