About Red Tail Rim Trail North Trailhead
In addition to ample parking, this Trailhead has a picnic site and hitching posts for tacking up horses for day rides.
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Red Tail Rim Trail North Trailhead
Adin, California · Modoc County · Facility
In addition to ample parking, this Trailhead has a picnic site and hitching posts for tacking up horses for day rides.
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Weather at Red Tail Rim Trail North Trailhead
Live forecast for the park. Plan your visit accordingly.
Today
Overcast
49°/34°
💧 8%🌬 10mph
↑ 6:37 AM ↓ 4:56 PM
Wed
Overcast
53°/33°
💧 1%🌬 7mph
↑ 6:38 AM ↓ 4:55 PM
Thu
Overcast
53°/36°
🌬 8mph
↑ 6:40 AM ↓ 4:53 PM
Fri
Overcast
63°/36°
🌬 5mph
↑ 6:41 AM ↓ 4:52 PM
Sat
Overcast
66°/42°
🌬 6mph
↑ 6:42 AM ↓ 4:51 PM
Forecast data © Open-Meteo. Refreshed every 6 hours. Always check the most recent forecast before heading out.
Plan Your Visit to Red Tail Rim Trail North Trailhead
Heading to Red Tail Rim Trail North Trailhead? A few things to know before you go:
- Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
- Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
- Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
- Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
- Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go
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