Byers Pass is located within Bald Mountain off of Byers Pass road. The area is
utilized for unregulated target shooting. Please drive slowly through
residential areas.

BLM does not specifically manage shooting areas, however target shooting on
BLM lands is allowed if conducted in a safe manner. There are no facilities at
Byers Pass, please pack out what you pack in. For more information about
unregulated target shooting contact the BLM at 530-252-5303.

For other target shooting area opportunities, check out  Sportsman Shooting
Range or  Antelope Pit Shooting Area.

Byers Pass is located within Bald Mountain off of Byers Pass road. The area is utilized for unregulated target shooting. Please drive slowly through residential areas.<p>BLM does not specifically manage shooting areas, however target shooting on BLM lands is allowed if conducted in a safe manner. There are no facilities at Byers Pass, please pack out what you pack in. For more information about unregulated target shooting contact the BLM at 530-252-5303.<p>For other target shooting area opportunities, check out <a href="http://sierrasportsmen.com" rel="nofollow"> Sportsman Shooting Range  or <a href="https://www.blm.gov/visit/antelope-pit" rel="nofollow"> Antelope Pit Shooting Area.

Bird's eye view of the park

Byers Pass

### Overview

The Rice Canyon off-highway vehicle (OHV) Open area lies within the
Antelope/Shaffer/Bald Mountain Special Recreation Area (SRMA). The open area
is about 8 miles east of Susanville, California, and consists of 120 acres of
public land managed primarily for open OHV use. All OHV use beyond the open
area is limited to designated routes and trails. The OHV open area is on the
west side of Rice Canyon Road and is recognizable by the entrance sign,
adjacent hill-climb area and large OHV staging and parking area.

Rice Canyon is open to all types of vehicles such as motorcycles, all-terrain
vehicles (ATV), utility terrain vehicles (UTV) and four-wheel drive vehicles.
The area provides excellent motorcycle hill-climb opportunities for the more
experienced rider as well as loop track riding. Rice Canyon is also popular
for training the more novice rider. Visitors can also access the OHV area by
trail off Highway 139 at Antelope Mountain.

Although OHV riders do not have to stay on the trails, some of the more
popular track loops are marked with numbered signs displaying difficulty
rating and recommended vehicle type. The trails run both ways, so anticipate
users riding in both directions.

The main trailhead has facilities such as BBQs and picnic tables, loading
ramps, a vault toilet facility. Additional improvements will continue
including construction of new trails and rock crawling areas. For comments or
ideas for improvements to the Rice Canyon Open OHV area, contact the BLM Eagle
Lake Recreation Planner at 530-252-5303.

See more photos of the Rice Canyon OHV Area.

Funding for the area has been through the California State Parks OHV green
sticker grant program. For more information or to review current and past
grants visit the:  CA State Parks .

For information about ATV safety visit the: ATV Safety Institute.

For safety information or Recreational Vehicle training visit: Recreational
Off-highway Vehicle Association

Visit these other BLM Managed Off-Highway Vehicle Areas:

Fort Sage OHV Area

Dry Valley OHV Area

Chappie Shasta OHV Area

<h3>Overview</h3>

<p>The Rice Canyon off-highway vehicle (OHV) Open area lies within the Antelope/Shaffer/Bald Mountain Special Recreation Area (SRMA). The open area is about 8 miles east of Susanville, California, and consists of 120 acres of public land managed primarily for open OHV use. All OHV use beyond the open area is limited to designated routes and trails. The OHV open area is on the west side of Rice Canyon Road and is recognizable by the entrance sign, adjacent hill-climb area and large OHV staging and parking area.</p>

<p>Rice Canyon is open to all types of vehicles such as motorcycles, all-terrain vehicles (ATV), utility terrain vehicles (UTV) and four-wheel drive vehicles. The area provides excellent motorcycle hill-climb opportunities for the more experienced rider as well as loop track riding. Rice Canyon is also popular for training the more novice rider. Visitors can also access the OHV area by trail off Highway 139 at Antelope Mountain.</p>

<p>Although OHV riders do not have to stay on the trails, some of the more popular track loops are marked with numbered signs displaying difficulty rating and recommended vehicle type. The trails run both ways, so anticipate users riding in both directions.</p>

<p>The main trailhead has facilities such as BBQs and picnic tables, loading ramps, a vault toilet facility. Additional improvements will continue including construction of new trails and rock crawling areas. For comments or ideas for improvements to the Rice Canyon Open OHV area, contact the BLM Eagle Lake Recreation Planner at 530-252-5303.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/blmcalifornia/albums/72157662452665833" rel="nofollow">See more photos of the Rice Canyon OHV Area.</a></p>

<p>Funding for the area has been through the California State Parks OHV green sticker grant program. For more information or to review current and past grants visit the: <a href="http://ohv.parks.ca.gov/" rel="nofollow"> CA State Parks </a>.</p>

<p>For information about ATV safety visit the:<a href="http://www.atvsafety.org/" rel="nofollow"> ATV Safety Institute</a>.</p>

<p>For safety information or Recreational Vehicle training visit:<a href="http://www.rohva.org/#/" rel="nofollow"> Recreational Off-highway Vehicle Association</a></p>

<p>Visit these other BLM Managed Off-Highway Vehicle Areas:</p>

<p><a href="https://www.blm.gov/visit/fort-sage-highway-vehicle-area" rel="nofollow">Fort Sage OHV Area</a></p>

<p><a href="https://www.blm.gov/visit/dry-valley-highway-vehicle-area" rel="nofollow">Dry Valley OHV Area</a></p>

<p><a href="https://www.blm.gov/visit/chappie-shasta" rel="nofollow">Chappie Shasta OHV Area</a></p>

Rice Canyon Off-Highway Vehicle Area

## Overview

Antelope Pit is located off Highway 139 just 8 miles outside of Susanville,
CA. The area is a mineral pit that is often utilized for unregulated target
shooting.

Target shooting on BLM lands is allowed if conducted in a safe manner. **There
are no facilities at Antelope Pit, please pack out what you pack in**.
Violations are punishable for shooting signs, dumping and littering.

## Special Events

Antelope Pit is often used for CCW classes by outside vendors. In addition,
area cleanup’s often take place by the Lassen College Gun Smith group and
other volunteers. Please use caution target shooting when special events are
occurring. Contact the BLM Eagle Lake Field Office to obtain a permit to hold
CCW classes and/or participate in an area cleanup.

For more information about target shooting on BLM lands, contact the office at
530-257-0456.

For other target shooting locations, check out the Sportsman Shooting Range or
Byers Pass Shooting Range.

<h2>Overview</h2>Antelope Pit is located off Highway 139 just 8 miles outside of Susanville, CA. The area is a mineral pit that is often utilized for unregulated target shooting.<p>Target shooting on BLM lands is allowed if conducted in a safe manner. <strong> There are no facilities at Antelope Pit, please pack out what you pack in </strong>. Violations are punishable for shooting signs, dumping and littering.<p><h2>Special Events </h2> Antelope Pit is often used for CCW classes by outside vendors. In addition, area cleanup’s often take place by the Lassen College Gun Smith group and other volunteers. Please use caution target shooting when special events are occurring. Contact the BLM Eagle Lake Field Office to obtain a permit to hold CCW classes and/or participate in an area cleanup.<p>For more information about target shooting on BLM lands, contact the office at 530-257-0456.<p>For other target shooting locations, check out the<a href="http://sierrasportsmen.com" rel="nofollow"> Sportsman Shooting Range  or <a href="https://www.blm.gov/visit/byers-pass" rel="nofollow"> Byers Pass Shooting Range.

Hwy 139 Antelope Pit

The Bureau of Land Management, Eagle Lake Field Office is located in
Susanville, California and manages 1.2 Million acres of BLM public lands in
both California and Nevada.

Check out the following developed Recreation sites managed by BLM Susanville
office:

FORT SAGE OHV AREA

DRY VALLEY OHV AREA

RICE CANYON OHV AREA

BIZZ JOHNSON NATIONAL RECREATION TRAIL

EAGLE LAKE

BALD MOUNTAIN NON-MOTORIZED TRAILS

HWY 139 ANTELOPE PIT TARGET SHOOTING AREA

BYERS PASS TARGET SHOOTING AREA

DODGE RESERVOIR CAMPGROND

RAMHORN SPRINGS CAMPGROUND

SKEDADDLE WILDERNESS STUDY AREA

TUNNISON MOUNTAIN WILDERNESS STUDY AREA

FIVE SPRINGS WILDERNESS STUDY AREA

TWIN PEAKS WILDERNESS STUDY AREA

The Bureau of Land Management, Eagle Lake Field Office is located in Susanville, California and manages 1.2 Million acres of BLM public lands in both California and Nevada.<p>Check out the following developed Recreation sites managed by BLM Susanville office:<p><a href="https://www.blm.gov/visit/fort-sage" rel="nofollow">FORT SAGE OHV AREA<p><a href="https://www.blm.gov/visit/dry-valley" rel="nofollow">DRY VALLEY OHV AREA<p><a href="https://www.blm.gov/visit/rice-canyon" rel="nofollow">RICE CANYON OHV AREA<p><a href="https://www.blm.gov/visit/bizz-johnson" rel="nofollow">BIZZ JOHNSON NATIONAL RECREATION TRAIL<p><a href="https://www.blm.gov/visit/eagle-lake" rel="nofollow">EAGLE LAKE<p><a href="https://www.blm.gov/visit/bald-mountain-trails" rel="nofollow">BALD MOUNTAIN NON-MOTORIZED TRAILS<p><a href="https://www.blm.gov/visit/antelope-pit" rel="nofollow">HWY 139 ANTELOPE PIT TARGET SHOOTING AREA <p><a href="https://www.blm.gov/visit/byers-pass" rel="nofollow">BYERS PASS TARGET SHOOTING AREA<p><a href="https://www.blm.gov/visit/dodge-reservoir-campground" rel="nofollow">DODGE RESERVOIR CAMPGROND<p><a href="https://www.blm.gov/visit/ramhorn-springs-campground" rel="nofollow">RAMHORN SPRINGS CAMPGROUND <p><a href="https://www.blm.gov/visit/skedaddle-wilderness-study-area" rel="nofollow"> SKEDADDLE WILDERNESS STUDY AREA <p><a href="https://www.blm.gov/visit/tunnison-mountain-wilderness-study-area" rel="nofollow"> TUNNISON MOUNTAIN WILDERNESS STUDY AREA <p><a href="https://www.blm.gov/visit/five-springs-wilderness-study-area" rel="nofollow"> FIVE SPRINGS WILDERNESS STUDY AREA <p><a href="https://www.blm.gov/visit/twin-peaks-wilderness-study-area" rel="nofollow"> TWIN PEAKS WILDERNESS STUDY AREA <p>

Eagle Lake Field Office

The Nobles Trail is a branch of the California National Historic Trail,
located outside of Susanville, Ca. The California National Historic Trail was
a mid-19th century highway for human movement to lures of gold and farmland in
California. Between 1841 and 1869, more than 200,000 emigrants traversed the
California Trail. The movement of thousands of people and animals along this
trail caused many changes to the lifeways of Native Americans. The trail winds
2,000 miles from Missouri, through Kansas, Nebraska, Colorado, Wyoming, Idaho,
Utah, Nevada, Oregon, to central California.

Visitors can access the portion of Nobles trail from the Smoke Creek Road off
of Highway 395 North just outside of Susanville, Ca. For directions and more
information contact the BLM office in Susanville at 530-257-0456.

<p>The Nobles Trail is a branch of the California National Historic Trail, located outside of Susanville, Ca. The California National Historic Trail was a mid-19th century highway for human movement to lures of gold and farmland in California. Between 1841 and 1869, more than 200,000 emigrants traversed the California Trail. The movement of thousands of people and animals along this trail caused many changes to the lifeways of Native Americans. The trail winds 2,000 miles from Missouri, through Kansas, Nebraska, Colorado, Wyoming, Idaho, Utah, Nevada, Oregon, to central California.</p>

<p>Visitors can access the portion of Nobles trail from the Smoke Creek Road off of Highway 395 North just outside of Susanville, Ca. For directions and more information contact the BLM office in Susanville at 530-257-0456.</p>

<p></p>

California National Historic Trail - Nobles Emigrant segment

## Overview

The Hobo Camp Trailhead offers opportunities for hiking, biking, and horseback
riding, along with providing a picnic area featuring 12 sites equipped with
tables, fire rings, barbeques, and a double vault toilet. It is a popular spot
for picnics, swimming, and fishing, serving as the starting point for
excursions on the 25-mile Bizz Johnson Trail and the 7-mile South Side Trail
leading to Devil’s Corral trailhead on the Bizz Johnson Trail. This location
also connects to the Bizz Johnson Trail at 2 and 4 miles west of the Hobo Camp
trailhead. Situated 0.6 miles west of Susanville on the Bizz Johnson Trail,
most visitors drive to access the trailhead and picnic area.

For those traveling from Susanville’s Main Street, proceed south on South
Weatherlow Street for 0.15 miles, crossing the Susan River where the road
becomes Richmond Road. Continue south for 0.3 miles, passing the Susanville
Railroad Depot and the caboose located at the eastern end of the Bizz Johnson
Trail. Travel an additional 0.15 miles south, ascending a small rise, then
turn right onto South Street and follow for 0.25 miles until reaching Hobo
Camp Road. Turn right and travel 0.5 miles to Hobo Camp. Vehicles pulling
horse trailers and larger rigs park at the first designated parking area on
the right, while regular-sized vehicles continue downhill to park near the
picnic area. There is a wheelchair-accessible gravel trail stretching 0.1 mile
through the picnic area, connecting to the Bizz Johnson Trail.

Hobo Camp operates from May through mid-November. Access to the site is gated
and closed at nightfall, reopening at 8 am.

## Trail Information

There are no fees required. Recreation opportunities include: Hiking, Mountain
biking, Horseback riding (for those who own or bring their own), Fishing,
Swimming, Cross-country skiing, Snowmobile riding (west of Devils Corral
only), Wildflower viewing, Wildlife viewing, Bird watching and Dog walking

See more photos of the Bizz Johnson National Recreation Trail

## Trail Information

To protect natural resources and provide a safe recreation experience for all,
certain regulations are in effect along the trail. Please obey posted signs
and share the trails

Help prevent trail damage during wet or muddy conditions. Please stay off the
trail when it is wet or muddy to avoid leaving deep bike ruts, deep
footprints, and deep holes from horse hooves.

## Trailheads

For more information about the Bizz Johnson Trail or other Trailheads along
the Bizz click the links below.

Devils Corral Trailhead

Susanville Trailhead

Bizz Johnson Trail

## Events

The BLM and Susanville Indian Rancheria will present the annual Annual Public
Archaeology Day. Bring the whole family to learn about the history and
prehistory of northeastern California. For more information please contact the
BLM Eagle Lake Field Office at 530-257-0456 or for more specific information
contact Marilla Martin at 530-252-5307.

* * *

<h2>Overview</h2>

<p>The Hobo Camp Trailhead offers opportunities for hiking, biking, and horseback riding, along with providing a picnic area featuring 12 sites equipped with tables, fire rings, barbeques, and a double vault toilet. It is a popular spot for picnics, swimming, and fishing, serving as the starting point for excursions on the 25-mile Bizz Johnson Trail and the 7-mile South Side Trail leading to Devil’s Corral trailhead on the Bizz Johnson Trail. This location also connects to the Bizz Johnson Trail at 2 and 4 miles west of the Hobo Camp trailhead. Situated 0.6 miles west of Susanville on the Bizz Johnson Trail, most visitors drive to access the trailhead and picnic area.</p>

<p>For those traveling from Susanville’s Main Street, proceed south on South Weatherlow Street for 0.15 miles, crossing the Susan River where the road becomes Richmond Road. Continue south for 0.3 miles, passing the Susanville Railroad Depot and the caboose located at the eastern end of the Bizz Johnson Trail. Travel an additional 0.15 miles south, ascending a small rise, then turn right onto South Street and follow for 0.25 miles until reaching Hobo Camp Road. Turn right and travel 0.5 miles to Hobo Camp. Vehicles pulling horse trailers and larger rigs park at the first designated parking area on the right, while regular-sized vehicles continue downhill to park near the picnic area. There is a wheelchair-accessible gravel trail stretching 0.1 mile through the picnic area, connecting to the Bizz Johnson Trail.</p>

<p>Hobo Camp operates from May through mid-November. Access to the site is gated and closed at nightfall, reopening at 8 am.</p>

<h2>Trail Information</h2>

<p>There are no fees required. Recreation opportunities include: Hiking, Mountain biking, Horseback riding (for those who own or bring their own), Fishing, Swimming, Cross-country skiing, Snowmobile riding (west of Devils Corral only), Wildflower viewing, Wildlife viewing, Bird watching and Dog walking</p>

<p><a href="https://flic.kr/s/aHsjA5qnVG" rel="nofollow">See more photos of the Bizz Johnson National Recreation Trail</a></p>

<p> </p>

<h2>Trail Information</h2>

<p>To protect natural resources and provide a safe recreation experience for all, certain regulations are in effect along the trail. Please obey posted signs and share the trails</p>

<p>Help prevent trail damage during wet or muddy conditions. Please stay off the trail when it is wet or muddy to avoid leaving deep bike ruts, deep footprints, and deep holes from horse hooves.</p>

<p> </p>

<h2>Trailheads</h2>

<p>For more information about the Bizz Johnson Trail or other Trailheads along the Bizz click the links below.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.blm.gov/visit/devils-corral-trailhead" rel="nofollow">Devils Corral Trailhead</a></p>

<p><a href="https://www.blm.gov/visit/susanville-trailhead" rel="nofollow">Susanville Trailhead</a></p>

<p><a href="https://www.blm.gov/visit/Bizz-Johnson" rel="nofollow">Bizz Johnson Trail</a></p>

<p> </p>

<h2>Events</h2>

<p>The BLM and Susanville Indian Rancheria will present the annual <a href="https://www.susanvillestuff.com/blm-invites-you-to-free-archaeology-day-at-hobo-camp-october-13th-2/" rel="nofollow">Annual Public Archaeology Day.</a> Bring the whole family to learn about the history and prehistory of northeastern California. For more information please contact the BLM Eagle Lake Field Office at 530-257-0456 or for more specific information contact Marilla Martin at 530-252-5307.</p>

<hr/>
<p> </p>

Hobo Camp Day Use Area

### Overview

The Bizz Johnson National Recreation Non-Motorized Trail follows the old
Fernley and Lassen Branch Line of the Southern Pacific railroad, the trail
winds 25.4 miles from Susanville, California to Mason Station. For the first
16 miles, the trail follows the Susan River. As it winds through the rugged
Susan River Canyon, the trail crosses the river 12 times on bridges and
trestles and passes through two tunnels.

The landscape is a combination of semi-arid canyon and upland forests of pine
and fir. Most of the trail traverses the Susan River Canyon with beautiful
views of the surrounding mountains and reminders of the railroad and logging
days of the past. The remarkable autumn colors and scenery along the Bizz
Johnson Trail earned it one of eight feature spots on the Rails-To-Trails
Conservancy's 1997 "Fall Foliage on the Web" rail-trails guide.

Download a brochure and map of the Bizz Johnson National Recreation Trail

See more photos of the Bizz Johnson National Recreation Trail

## Rails to Trails Festival

The annual Rails to Trails Festival is held yearly in October at 601 Richmond
Road in Susanville, Ca. The Festival is held by the Lassen Lands and Trails
Trust yearly at the Historic Railroad Depot across from the Bizz Johnson
Susanville Trailhead. For more information contact the BLM Eagle Lake Field
Office at 530-257-0456 or visit the Lassen Lands and Trails Trust (LLTT)
website.

Click here for more information about the Rails To Trails Festival

## Trail Information

There are no fees required. Please pack out what you pack in along the trail.
Recreation opportunities include: Hiking, Mountain biking, Horseback riding
(for those who own or bring their own), Fishing, Swimming, Cross-country
skiing, Snowmobile riding (west of Devils Corral only), Wildflower viewing,
Wildlife viewing, Bird watching and Dog walking

To protect natural resources and provide a safe recreation experience for all,
certain regulations are in effect along the trail. Please obey posted signs
and share the trails

Help prevent trail damage during wet or muddy conditions. Please stay off the
trail when it is wet or muddy to avoid leaving deep bike ruts, deep
footprints, and deep holes from horse hooves.

## Bizz Johnson Trailheads

Susanville Trailhead

Hobo Camp Trailhead

Devils Corral Trailhead

<h3>Overview</h3>

<p>The Bizz Johnson National Recreation Non-Motorized Trail follows the old Fernley and Lassen Branch Line of the Southern Pacific railroad, the trail winds 25.4 miles from Susanville, California to Mason Station. For the first 16 miles, the trail follows the Susan River. As it winds through the rugged Susan River Canyon, the trail crosses the river 12 times on bridges and trestles and passes through two tunnels.</p>

<p>The landscape is a combination of semi-arid canyon and upland forests of pine and fir. Most of the trail traverses the Susan River Canyon with beautiful views of the surrounding mountains and reminders of the railroad and logging days of the past. The remarkable autumn colors and scenery along the Bizz Johnson Trail earned it one of eight feature spots on the Rails-To-Trails Conservancy's 1997 "Fall Foliage on the Web" rail-trails guide.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.blm.gov/sites/default/files/docs/2022-10/BJ_brochure_Draft_17May2021_saa_508.pdf" rel="nofollow">Download a brochure and map of the Bizz Johnson National Recreation Trail</a></p>

<p><a href="https://flic.kr/s/aHsjA5qnVG" rel="nofollow">See more photos of the Bizz Johnson National Recreation Trail</a></p>

<p> </p>

<h2>Rails to Trails Festival</h2>

<p>The annual Rails to Trails Festival is held yearly in October at 601 Richmond Road in Susanville, Ca. The Festival is held by the <a href="https://lassenlandandtrailstrust.org/" rel="nofollow">Lassen Lands and Trails Trust</a><a href="https://lassenlandandtrailstrust.org/" rel="nofollow"> </a>yearly at the Historic Railroad Depot across from the Bizz Johnson Susanville Trailhead. For more information contact the BLM Eagle Lake Field Office at 530-257-0456 or visit the Lassen Lands and Trails Trust (LLTT) website.</p>

<p><a href="https://lassenlandandtrailstrust.org/rails-to-trails" rel="nofollow">Click here for more information about the Rails To Trails Festival</a></p>

<p> </p>

<h2>Trail Information</h2>

<p>There are no fees required. Please pack out what you pack in along the trail. Recreation opportunities include: Hiking, Mountain biking, Horseback riding (for those who own or bring their own), Fishing, Swimming, Cross-country skiing, Snowmobile riding (west of Devils Corral only), Wildflower viewing, Wildlife viewing, Bird watching and Dog walking</p>

<p>To protect natural resources and provide a safe recreation experience for all, certain regulations are in effect along the trail. Please obey posted signs and share the trails</p>

<p>Help prevent trail damage during wet or muddy conditions. Please stay off the trail when it is wet or muddy to avoid leaving deep bike ruts, deep footprints, and deep holes from horse hooves.</p>

<h2>Bizz Johnson Trailheads</h2>

<p><a href="https://www.blm.gov/visit/susanville-trailhead" rel="nofollow">Susanville Trailhead</a></p>

<p><a href="https://www.blm.gov/visit/hobo-camp-day-use-area" rel="nofollow">Hobo Camp Trailhead</a></p>

<p><a href="https://www.blm.gov/visit/devils-corral-trailhead" rel="nofollow">Devils Corral Trailhead</a></p>

<p> </p>

Bizz Johnson National Recreation Trail

The Tunnison Mountain WSA is located in Lassen County, California. The WSA
contains 19,884 acres of BLM-administered land and 553 acres of private land
that is located in 13 parcels, varying in size from 10 to 160 acres. The WSA
is located on the eastern edge of the transition area between the wooded
slopes of the Cascade Range and the western edge of the more arid Great Basin.
It is approximately 3.5 miles wide by 10 miles long. Elevations vary from
4,200 to 6,400 feet. Three topographical features dominate the WSA: Horse Lake
Mountain, a 5.5-mile-long north-south ridge in the northern half of the WSA;
Tunnison Mountain, a 4.5-mile-long northwest-southeast ridge in the southern
half of the WSA; and Willow Creek Canyon, a 50- to 200-foot-deep canyon that
flows 6.5 miles west to east through the WSA. Ponderosa and Jeffery pines grow
in the southern end of the WSA south of Willow Creek, while the majority of
the WSA is dominated by shrubs, grasses, and scattered juniper. Vegetation
also includes isolated patches of mountain mahogany at the higher elevations.
The riparian vegetation along Willow Creek includes sedges, grasses, and
occasional willows.

The Tunnison Mountain WSA is located in Lassen County, California. The WSA contains 19,884 acres of BLM-administered land and 553 acres of private land that is located in 13 parcels, varying in size from 10 to 160 acres. 
 
The WSA is located on the eastern edge of the transition area between the wooded slopes of the Cascade Range and the western edge of the more arid Great Basin. It is approximately 3.5 miles wide by 10 miles long. Elevations vary from 4,200 to 6,400 feet. Three topographical features dominate the WSA: Horse Lake Mountain, a 5.5-mile-long north-south ridge in the northern half of the WSA; Tunnison Mountain, a 4.5-mile-long northwest-southeast ridge in the southern half of the WSA; and Willow Creek Canyon, a 50- to 200-foot-deep canyon that flows 6.5 miles west to east through the WSA. Ponderosa and Jeffery pines grow in the southern end of the WSA south of Willow Creek, while the majority of the WSA is dominated by shrubs, grasses, and scattered juniper. Vegetation also includes isolated patches of mountain mahogany at the higher elevations. The riparian vegetation along Willow Creek includes sedges, grasses, and occasional willows.

Tunnison Mountain

## Skedaddle Wilderness Study Area (WSA)

The area is located in Lassen County, California (99.5%) and in Washoe County,
Nevada (0.5%). The WSA contains 62,010 acres of BLM-administered land and
1,179 acres of private land that is located in seven parcels, varying in size
from 40 to 640 acres. The WSA is located on the northwestern edge of the arid
Great Basin, characterized by eroded volcanic mountains and expansive desert
valleys (the remains of ancient lake beds). The WSA comprises an area
approximately 10 by 12 miles. The Skedaddle and Amedee Mountains located in
the central and southern parts of the WSA are its dominant physical features.
These peaks rise from adjacent seasonally dry lake beds and low, sloping hills
from elevations of 4,200 feet to the 7,680-foot summit of Skedaddle Mountain,
called Hot Springs Peak. The core area of the WSA, an eroded volcanic caldera,
is dominated by rugged vertical cliffs, canyons, peaks and upland basins of
the Skedaddle Mountains and Amedee Mountains. The higher Skedaddle elevations
support scattered small aspen groves and patches of large berry shrubs,
primarily on the northern slopes. The deep canyons support riparian vegetation
(willows, wild rose, and berry shrubs) and the upland basins, small grass
meadows. Sagebrush and bunch grass vegetation dominate the majority of the
WSA. The northern and eastern edges of the WSA are open, sagebrush-covered
flats that develop into long toe slopes, leading into Skedaddle Mountain. The
southern and western toe slopes are shrub- and grass covered alluvial slopes
and gravel benches, the remnants of pleistocene Lake Lahontan shorelines.
These toe slopes rise into the steep, rocky slopes of the Amedee Mountains-
dissected by numerous canyons and ridges on the south and very steep, nearly
vertical, cliffs of crumbly volcanic rock on the west (called Wendell Cliffs).

### Visit other WSA's in Lassen County

Five Spring WSA

Tunnison WSA

Twin Peaks WSA

<h2>Skedaddle Wilderness Study Area (WSA)</h2>

<p>The area is located in Lassen County, California (99.5%) and in Washoe County, Nevada (0.5%). The WSA contains 62,010 acres of BLM-administered land and 1,179 acres of private land that is located in seven parcels, varying in size from 40 to 640 acres. The WSA is located on the northwestern edge of the arid Great Basin, characterized by eroded volcanic mountains and expansive desert valleys (the remains of ancient lake beds). The WSA comprises an area approximately 10 by 12 miles. The Skedaddle and Amedee Mountains located in the central and southern parts of the WSA are its dominant physical features. These peaks rise from adjacent seasonally dry lake beds and low, sloping hills from elevations of 4,200 feet to the 7,680-foot summit of Skedaddle Mountain, called Hot Springs Peak. The core area of the WSA, an eroded volcanic caldera, is dominated by rugged vertical cliffs, canyons, peaks and upland basins of the Skedaddle Mountains and Amedee Mountains. The higher Skedaddle elevations support scattered small aspen groves and patches of large berry shrubs, primarily on the northern slopes. The deep canyons support riparian vegetation (willows, wild rose, and berry shrubs) and the upland basins, small grass meadows. Sagebrush and bunch grass vegetation dominate the majority of the WSA. The northern and eastern edges of the WSA are open, sagebrush-covered flats that develop into long toe slopes, leading into Skedaddle Mountain. The southern and western toe slopes are shrub- and grass covered alluvial slopes and gravel benches, the remnants of pleistocene Lake Lahontan shorelines. These toe slopes rise into the steep, rocky slopes of the Amedee Mountains-dissected by numerous canyons and ridges on the south and very steep, nearly vertical, cliffs of crumbly volcanic rock on the west (called Wendell Cliffs).</p>

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<h3>Visit other WSA's in Lassen County</h3>

<p><a href="https://www.blm.gov/visit/five-springs" rel="nofollow">Five Spring WSA</a></p>

<p><a href="https://www.blm.gov/visit/tunnison-mountain" rel="nofollow">Tunnison WSA</a></p>

<p><a href="https://www.blm.gov/visit/twin-peaks" rel="nofollow">Twin Peaks WSA</a></p>

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