United StatesCaliforniaBald Butte

Bald Butte

Mountain in California · 3,150 ft

3,150 ft
Elevation
315 ft
Prominence
13.8 mi
Hike length one way
41.4783, -123.4728
Coordinates (N, E)

The hike up Bald Butte

13.8 mi
one way
1,739 ft
of ascent
11 h 32 min
round trip

The route starts at Let'er Buck Trailhead — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.

4,301 ft13.8 mi · 3,192 ft

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Parking and starting point

1Let'er Buck TrailheadRecommended
marked trailhead · east of the peak
13.8 mi on foot · ↑ 1,739 ft · about 11 h 32 min round trip
Directions in Google Maps ↗
2Haypress Trailhead
parking · east of the peak
about 14.0 mi to the summit
Directions in Google Maps ↗

Check signage and any parking fees on site.

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Frequently asked questions

How high is Bald Butte?

Bald Butte is 3,150 ft above sea level and lies in California. Its prominence is 315 ft — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.

How long is the hike up Bald Butte?

From Let'er Buck Trailhead it is about 13.8 mi one way with 1,739 ft of ascent. Expect around 11 h 32 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.

Where do you park for Bald Butte?

The nearest starting point is Let'er Buck Trailhead (east of the peak) — 13.8 mi on foot · ↑ 1,739 ft · about 11 h 32 min round trip. Alternative: Haypress Trailhead (east of the peak) (about 14.0 mi to the summit). In the Conquer app you get driving directions to the trailhead and a hiking route to the summit.

Can I log Bald Butte in Conquer?

Yes — Bald Butte is one of 49,213 peaks in United States in Conquer. On the summit, open the app and tap to log the conquest — GPS verifies you're really there. No one has logged this peak yet — you could be the first.

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