Watershed Stewardship Program
Trail Recreation
Expanding access to recreational trails
Even Bigfoot couldn’t resist riding the newest trails in the Weaver Basin!
Our Trail partners and stakeholder groups include:
Trinity County Waterworks District #1
The Recreation Program has grown in recent years, bolstering our capacity to increase recreation offerings across Trinity County.
We have expanded the trail systems of Ewing Reservoir in Hayfork and Weaver Basin Trail System in Weaverville, worked to re-open sections of the historic Sisson-Callahan Trail, and are pursuing opportunities to improve and expand OHV trails.
A Legacy of Teamwork
Friends Enjoying Ewing Trails
The Friends Enjoying Ewing Trails (FEET) group is leading the creation of a mixed-use trail system at Ewing Reservoir for hikers, bikers, and equestrian user groups. A popular destination for jogging, dog-walking, fishing, and enjoying the outdoors, Ewing Reservoir is currently the most popular outdoor community space in Hayfork. In 2023, 3.9 miles of singletrack trail were constructed for multiple trail users. An additional 8.2 miles of singletrack are planned and shovel-ready, but fundraising efforts are ongoing to once again begin implementation.
A Mountain Biking Crown Jewel
The combined efforts of WRTC, Redding Trail Alliance, Trinity Trail Alliance, and the Shasta-Trinity National Forest made Sweepstakes Trail a reality. This 2,800-foot descent connects the top of Weaver Bally to the network of trails in the basin below. The forested switchbacks offer a thrilling ride punctuated with breath-taking views of mountains, ridges, and valleys.
Hayfork Community Wetlands
The Hayfork Community Wetlands is a 20-acre wetland site next to Hayfork High School. What once was a barren stretch of mining tailings resulting from historic mining operations during the 1920-1940s is now a beloved outdoor community space and thriving wetlands ecosystem.
The wetlands provide habitat for migrating birds, mammals, and amphibians and contribute to the overall health of Hayfork Creek, acting as a natural water filtering system. The wetlands offer an interpretive trail system and serve as an outdoor classroom for local school groups.
