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3,816 ft
Distance
556 ft
Climb
00:02:05
Avg time
556 ft
Altitude change
6,097 ft
Altitude min
6,653 ft
Altitude max
6,097 ft
Altitude start
6,654 ft
Altitude end
14.6%
Grade
3.3%
Grade max
57.6%
Grade min
3,816 ft
Distance climb
00:02:05
Avg time
Saddleback Lookout Details
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Activities
- Mountain Bike
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- Gravel Bike
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- Trail Running
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Riding AreaDownieville Trail Network
Downieville, California -
Ref Number25-23-1-1
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Difficulty Rating
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Local Popularity5 in Mountain Biking [+]
- 65 in E-Biking
- 5 in Trail Running
- 70 in Hiking
- 5 in Dirtbiking
- 5 in ATVing/Offroading
- 5 in Horseback
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Hiking SAC ScaleT1 Hiking
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Trail TypeDirt/Gravel Road
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Bike TypeXC, Gravel
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DirectionBoth Directions
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Climb DifficultyBlue
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Physical RatingModerate
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Trail VisibilityAlways easy to follow
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Dogs AllowedYes
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eBike AllowedYes up to Class 1
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Land OwnerUSFS
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Max Width72 inches
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Entrance GateYes
The last section of access road to get to the lookout. There is a gate.
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Traditionally Indigenous Territory
Recent Activity on Trail
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6 Months
- 1 rides
- 34 miles avg distance
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- 3 rides
- Last: May 31, 2026
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Directions to saddleback-lookout trailhead
(39.633620, -120.867670)
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Nearby Trails
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Frequently Asked Questions About Saddleback Lookout
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Where is Saddleback Lookout located?
Saddleback Lookout is located in Downieville Trail Network, Downieville, California, United States. It is part of the Downieville Trail Network trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 39.63362, -120.86767.
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What is the elevation gain for Saddleback Lookout?
Saddleback Lookout has 556 ft of elevation gain. The elevation ranges from 6,097 ft to 6,653 ft.
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Is Saddleback Lookout a point to point trail?
Saddleback Lookout is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is dirt/gravel road.
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How long is Saddleback Lookout?
Saddleback Lookout is 3,816 ft long. The trail type is dirt/gravel road.
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