| About Toiyabe National Forest |
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| Wolf Creek Trail |
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Length, One-way:
8 Miles
Length, One-way:
5 Miles
USGS Maps:
Various
Usage:
Moderate
Recommended Season:
May-June
Elevation:
8,640 Feet
Beginning Elevation:
6,240 Feet
Elevation:
8,520 Feet
Elevation:
8,400 Feet
Difficulty:
Varies
Length, One-way:
8.5 Miles
Reservation:
No
From Markleeville, Drive south on Highway 4 to the Centerville Flat, then next left on Wolf Creek Road to the Wolf Creek Meadows. At the south end of the meadows is the trailhead for Wolf Creek Trail. At the trailhead you will be able to self-register for overnight use of the wilderness.Driving time from Carson City is usually under an hour.
Location Information
The Wolf Creek Hike takes you into the Carson-Iceberg Wilderness. Leaving from Wolf Creek Meadow parking area, the trail follows the creek. At around five miles you'll come to the junction of the Bull Canyon Trail. This trail departs to the right and climbs steeply to the west, leaving you to Bull Lake.At around six miles along the Wolf Creek Trail you will find the Murray Canyon Trail departing to the left. This trail will lead you to the E. Carson River Trail. If you continue to the right, you will find yourself on the Elder Creek Trail which will lead you eventually to the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT). Asa Lake is a short distance north along the PCT. Please Remember: * Always carry drinking water.
* Hike in single file to keep trails narrow and wild.
* Prevent erosion, follow the trail and do NOT cut switchbacks.
* Keep trails clean, pack out ALL paper and trash.
* Protect plants and wildlife. LEAVE NO TRACE!
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