Starting Point: Sulphur Works parking area
Distances: 1.1 miles, round trip 2.2 miles
Topography: Rather steep climb of 1,000 feet
Time: 2 hours
Features: Lakes, flowers, scenic views, wildlife, forests
[Illustration: Trail map]
These small lakes are in a cirque below the rim of the old Mount Tehama
caldera. From them excellent views of Mount Diller and Diamond Peak can
be seen. You will find good subjects for pictures, and naturalists will
find a variety of flowers (including the striking leopard lily), birds,
trees, and probably deer.
The trail follows the ridge directly above the parking area for about a
half mile, going through red fir and white pine forests. It then crosses
an open hillside and finally goes over the moraine below the lakes. When
the water is high the two lakes are joined into one. Above the lakes
game trails go up the side of the Tehama rim, which is steep and covered
with loose rock. Only experienced hikers should continue, and never
alone.