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The ultimate adventure guide
Jason Mandly
Photo Date:
03/30/2018
The trailhead. Note that the closest route to Massacre Flat is now 3.6 miles.
Jason Mandly
Photo Date:
03/30/2018
The singletrack cutting between blue oaks is used by hikers, equestrians, and mountain bikers.
Jason Mandly
Photo Date:
03/30/2018
Wildflowers such as blue dicks, California goldfields, and tidy-tips will be in abundance during the spring.
Jason Mandly
Photo Date:
04/30/2018
There are several vista points along the Yana Trail showing the Sacramento River and surrounding mountains.
Jason Mandly
Photo Date:
03/30/2018
Although the trail has several small climbs, the majority of the hike is gentle and non-technical.
Jason Mandly
Photo Date:
03/30/2018
The Yana Trail enters a shaded riparian area on the approach to Massacre Flat.
Jason Mandly
Photo Date:
03/30/2018
The trail is decently signed along the way.
Jason Mandly
Photo Date:
03/30/2018
A vault toilet is available near Massacre Flat.
Jason Mandly
Photo Date:
03/30/2018
The primary campsite at Massacre Flat. There are several other sites dispersed throughout the area.
Jason Mandly
Photo Date:
03/30/2018
Massacre Flat is one of a very few number of quality camping areas along the Sacramento River.
Jason Mandly
Photo Date:
03/30/2018
Massacre Flat is also accessible by boat with the nearest put-in at the Jelly Ferry Bridge.
Jason Mandly
Photo Date:
03/30/2018
The Sacramento River bends through and around ancient lava flows in this unique area.
Jason Mandly
Photo Date:
03/30/2018
A camping spot with a view just uphill from Massacre Flat.