Recreational panning for gold in the rivers, streams and creek beds of Trinity County is fun, and with luck can even be profitable. Each time you swirl water in your pan in search of that precious nugget, or at least a little “color,” you become a part of Gold Rush history, joining the long line of prospectors who moved west in search of riches more than a hundred years ago, … [Read more...]
#8 – Fishing on the Trinity River
The wild and scenic Trinity River is the longest tributary of the Klamath River, and spans 168 miles from its source in the Scott Mountains to its mouth at the Klamath in Weitchpec. You can imagine that with this many river miles, there’s great fishing to be had along its banks. Fly-fishermen can try their hand at angling for pink and perfect Coho and Chinook salmon, monster … [Read more...]
#9 – Whitewater Rafting the Trinity
Rafting on the Trinity River is always an adventure. Your adrenaline will be pumping as you navigate around boulders and through rushing rapids; then, in a blink of an eye you’ll be catching your breath, floating through steep canyons on calm and peaceful waters. With 40 miles of class 1 (easy) rafting and 26 miles of class 2-3 rafting (expect to get wet!), the Trinity River is … [Read more...]
#10 – Strawhouse Resorts & Cafe
Located on the beautiful Trinity River and surrounded by the Trinity Wilderness Area, Strawhouse Resorts is a truly delightful place for getaways and special events. Strawhouse Resorts is perfect for adventurous weekends to week-long, relaxing vacations. They host weddings, family reunions, anniversary parties, church and group retreats, and church or business meetings with … [Read more...]
#11 – Trinity Alps Backpacking
There’s no better way to experience the wilderness and test your endurance and self-sufficiency than a couple of days in the backcountry. If you want to get out in the Shasta Cascade region, everyone will tell you that the Trinity Alps is the place to go. Several easy-to-access trailheads take you to over 600 trails across 500,000 acres of wilderness. At the top, you’ll find … [Read more...]