The Gillem's Camp Trail is a self guided, easy interpretive trail that passes through a historical area within the national monument, the area was used as a US Army military encampment during the Modoc war of 1872-1873. The ruins of several rock walls are the only evidence of what remains of Gillem's Camp, as well as the rectangular rock wall of the cemetery.
The Gillems Camp Trail has a maximum elevation of 4,071 ft., a minimum elevation of 4,049 ft. and an elevation range of 22 ft.
[ A to B ] or [ B to A ] | |||
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Length 2 | Min Ele 3 | Max Ele 4 | Range 5 |
0.3 mi | 4,049 ft | 4,071 ft | 22 ft |
[ A to B ] | |||
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Time 6 | Floors 7 | Gain 8 | Loss 9 |
8 min | 1.9 | 23 ft | 23 ft |
[ B to A ] | |||
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Time | Floors | Gain | Loss |
8 min | 1.9 | 23 ft | 23 ft |
The following chart shows the total calories that you may expend on the trail while hiking in both directions. The chart is based on data derived from a statistical model of energy expenditure that relates gross weight, typical speed and trail topography.
Download the PDF Gillems Camp Trail topo map and the adjoining quads to plan your hike. These are full-sheet, 7.5 Minute (1:24,000 scale) topographic maps.
What is the length of the Gillems Camp Trail?
The length of the trail is 0.3 miles (0.5 km) or 695 steps.
How long does it take to hike the Gillems Camp Trail?
A person in good physical health can hike the trail in 8 minutes in one direction and in 8 minutes in the opposite direction.
Prevent tick bites: Treat clothing and gear, such as boots, pants, socks and tents with products containing 0.5% permethrin.
(cdc.gov)