Hit the trail at 7AM and got hammered by the wind once I hit the ridgeline above Deadfall Lakes. Didn't realize it was a county highpoint until signing the register.
tarol - Aug 5, 2024 6:29 pm Date Climbed: Aug 4, 2024
Great hike!
Camped at Middle Deadfall - great views
Jowzynkyn - Jul 17, 2024 1:11 am Date Climbed: Jul 6, 2024
Two Words: Mosquito Repellent
Started on the Pacific Crest Trail in the dark, passed several deer, and proceeded to be bombarded by a mosquito swarm at Deadfall Meadows. Unreal beauty from the meadows, to the lake, and up to the summit. July wildflowers were everywhere!! Plenty of people on the way down, returned via the Meadows route, met a funny group telling me about "Twerkchella" :) 6 hours C2C
xbaghat - Jun 22, 2022 11:23 am Date Climbed: Sep 1, 2019
twenty-four ultraprom
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ericnoel - Oct 2, 2021 7:26 pm Date Climbed: Oct 2, 2021
Eddy
From Parks Creek TH. Nice trail.
Dundeel - Sep 8, 2020 10:35 am Date Climbed: Sep 6, 2020
The courtship of Eddy's summit.
From Park Creek PCT. Slept at the TH. Very smoky in the morning. Visibility only a quarter mile. Cleared a little by the time I got to the top but Shasta was just a dim silhouette. Good spring coming out of the hillside about a quarter mile before the PCT meets the Deadfall Lakes Trail
huskertriguy - Jun 28, 2020 3:03 pm Date Climbed: Jun 18, 2020
I'm down with PCT (yeah you know me)
This was part of a trip pursuing county high points for an itinerary that ended up (adaptability and all that) including Modoc, Lassen, Siskiyou, Lake/Colusa, Glenn, Mendocino, Butte, Tehama, Humboldt, & Trinity counties. (As it happens, Siskiyou -- Mt. Shasta -- was the primary objective on this tour, and it was the only unsuccessful summit attempt.)
Well that drive from Salmon Mountain the night prior was certainly something. It was paved the entire way, but it was just wide enough for one vehicle with a wall of rock on one side and a sharp dropoff on the other. Every occasion I met an oncoming vehicle was a little shot of terror.
My original intention was to start at the PCT trailhead — but when I got there mid morning, it was a hive of activity and I did not care to contend with all that. So I headed down the road to the Deadfall Meadows trailhead and started from there.
Although there were a few other vehicles here, I did not encounter anyone until after crossing the PCT. From there I met several parties. The lakes were just gorgeous and I could not resist stopping to filter some water and savor them for 15 minutes.
At the summit I met an older gentleman who said he was up looking for a particular flower; the name escapes me now. He had flash cards of photos of various flowers in his pack that he showed me. We visited for a while before he descended and I had the summit to myself. It was perfectly calm, and the stadium view of Shasta was spellbinding, along with Lassen Peak on the horizon.
The summit register is in an old foundation pit in a black PVC tube. I found a survey marker next to the old wooden frame but no benchmark.
Up in 2:00, 30 min @ summit, 1:30 down.
wanderlust718 - Oct 8, 2019 10:50 am Date Climbed: Oct 7, 2019
A grueling and incredibly rewarding climb
This was a very grueling and rewarding climb!
I started from the PCT Parks Creek Summit trailhead (following this route: https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/california/mount-eddy-trail-via-pct-at-parks-creek--2). The first hour or so takes you to Deadfall Creek. There are a few gnarly portions about halfway through this hike when the path narrows and is rocky and there are steep drop offs to your right. Just look straight ahead and focus.
Another hour takes you to the last sign before the Mt Eddy trail breaks off to the left. It's a very grueling hike to the top of the mountain and takes longer than you think. There are many switchbacks. Everyone was right: Mount Shasta comes into brilliant view literally a handful of paces before you reach the summit.
Coming down from the summit back to the last sign was the hardest part for me. I went very very gingerly and could not have done it without hiking poles. (Hiking shoes are also a must.)
The weather was great - it was a little cold at the top and I was glad I had a light jacket I could put on or off as needed. It took me 3:40 to ascend and 3:05 to descend for a RT time of 6:45. I had to rush on the descent because I wanted to make it back to town before dark.
The road that takes you from Weed to the trailhead - 42N17 - also ascends rapidly in elevation with no guardrails. I would not want to be on that road after dark.
NorCalNomad - Oct 6, 2018 5:18 pm Date Climbed: Oct 6, 2018
Cold, wet, and almost whiteout conditions
Was a good hike that took me sub 4 hours. Was either raining or snaining the whole time depending on elevation. Kinda bummed I didn't get to see the views but have been up to Castle Lake and it's surrounding "summits" enough to see the landscape.
Yup it is definitely real windy at the saddle to the summit.
utclimber - Aug 5, 2017 11:05 pm Date Climbed: Jul 29, 2017
Deadfall Creek TH
Third peak for the day after hiking up Brokeoff Mountain and Lassen Peak.
A day after summiting Shasta, we hiked up Mount Eddy to see Shasta's west facing slopes. This is one of my favorite hikes in the U.S. A well-maintained trail to the expansive summit takes you past a series of meadows and lakes. Trail was almost completely clear of snow.
This is a great hike for several reasons. The Deadfall Lakes are a welcome sight on the return and a great place for a swim! I like the largest middle lake but the upper lake is also suitable. The hike is about 3000 feet elevation gain if you wander off trail a bit like I do. Pretty easy going on a nice trail until you reach upper Deadfall Lake where the switchbacks take you to the top and some amazing views of Mt. Shasta and also of the Trinity Alps and the Marble/Russian Wilderness. About 5 hours round trip...10 miles or so total...with the mandatory swim and a little exploring around the lakes! Easy access from the PCT intersection which is acessed from I-5 to Stewart Springs Rd...maybe 12 miles or so from the freeway exit?
gimpilator - Jul 18, 2016 11:21 am Date Climbed: Jun 21, 2016
37 peaks in 19 days
There was bad weather for weeks in WA so Heather and I drove through OR, CA, NV, UT, and ID. We climbed 37 peaks in 19 days. I soloed McLoughlin on the second morning and we hiked up Mount Eddy later that afternoon. I found an obsidian spear point on Mount Eddy. trip report
It was hot outside and I thought the final 1000' and summit were fairly boring. However, the views were good (especially of Mount Shasta), and I would totally camp at one of the upper Deadfall Lakes if given the opportunity in the future.
colinr - Apr 28, 2016 11:41 pm Date Climbed: Dec 28, 2013
Deadfall Lakes Trailhead
Frozen lakes, icy roads, brisk wind chill, but not much snow. An enjoyable outing with the dogs.
mastercoog - Nov 30, 2015 4:47 pm Date Climbed: Jul 10, 2015
Clouded out but still beautiful hike.
Hiked while on pct. Nike hike beautiful area. Tons of wildflowers and lakes in area.
First day of three day COHP trip, easy walk up trail via Deadfall Lakes, paved road to TH. Only bummer was that we couldn't see Shasta due to cloud cover. Finished early so bagged Mt. Ashland in Oregon en route to Grants Pass for the night. TR is HERE.
davidsanger - Jun 29, 2015 10:36 pm Date Climbed: Jun 6, 2015
Clear Day
From Parks Creek trailhead via PCT and then up to Deadfall Lakes. No snow, only a couple of other summit hikers and one PCT thru-hiker.
Paul McClellan - Jun 26, 2015 5:47 pm Date Climbed: Jun 3, 2015
Deadfall Lakes TH
Took the Deadfall Lakes Trail to the junction with the PCT and the Sisson-Callahan Trail. Followed the Sisson-Callahan Trail past several Deadfall lakes up onto the South Ridge. Encounted some snow on the ground between the last lake and the South Ridge. Followed the Mount Eddy Trail up the South Ridge to the summit. I found a reference marker, but could not find the Mt Eddy Benchmark nor any registry on the summit ridge. Spotted a bear running from a meadow ahead of me on my descent to the trailhead.
Climbed Eddy because it's close to home and friends raved about the view. Unfortunately, the only day I could get away was foggy, rainy, and the view from the summit extended just barely further than my arm.
Loved the hike, otherwise, though. Looking to go back soon on a sunnier day.
wannabepeakbagger - Sep 17, 2024 6:44 pm Date Climbed: Sep 17, 2024
From Deadfall MeadowsHit the trail at 7AM and got hammered by the wind once I hit the ridgeline above Deadfall Lakes. Didn't realize it was a county highpoint until signing the register.
tarol - Aug 5, 2024 6:29 pm Date Climbed: Aug 4, 2024
Great hike!Camped at Middle Deadfall - great views
Jowzynkyn - Jul 17, 2024 1:11 am Date Climbed: Jul 6, 2024
Two Words: Mosquito RepellentStarted on the Pacific Crest Trail in the dark, passed several deer, and proceeded to be bombarded by a mosquito swarm at Deadfall Meadows. Unreal beauty from the meadows, to the lake, and up to the summit. July wildflowers were everywhere!! Plenty of people on the way down, returned via the Meadows route, met a funny group telling me about "Twerkchella" :) 6 hours C2C
xbaghat - Jun 22, 2022 11:23 am Date Climbed: Sep 1, 2019
twenty-four ultraprom...
ericnoel - Oct 2, 2021 7:26 pm Date Climbed: Oct 2, 2021
EddyFrom Parks Creek TH. Nice trail.
Dundeel - Sep 8, 2020 10:35 am Date Climbed: Sep 6, 2020
The courtship of Eddy's summit.From Park Creek PCT. Slept at the TH. Very smoky in the morning. Visibility only a quarter mile. Cleared a little by the time I got to the top but Shasta was just a dim silhouette. Good spring coming out of the hillside about a quarter mile before the PCT meets the Deadfall Lakes Trail
huskertriguy - Jun 28, 2020 3:03 pm Date Climbed: Jun 18, 2020
I'm down with PCT (yeah you know me)This was part of a trip pursuing county high points for an itinerary that ended up (adaptability and all that) including Modoc, Lassen, Siskiyou, Lake/Colusa, Glenn, Mendocino, Butte, Tehama, Humboldt, & Trinity counties. (As it happens, Siskiyou -- Mt. Shasta -- was the primary objective on this tour, and it was the only unsuccessful summit attempt.)
Well that drive from Salmon Mountain the night prior was certainly something. It was paved the entire way, but it was just wide enough for one vehicle with a wall of rock on one side and a sharp dropoff on the other. Every occasion I met an oncoming vehicle was a little shot of terror.
My original intention was to start at the PCT trailhead — but when I got there mid morning, it was a hive of activity and I did not care to contend with all that. So I headed down the road to the Deadfall Meadows trailhead and started from there.
Although there were a few other vehicles here, I did not encounter anyone until after crossing the PCT. From there I met several parties. The lakes were just gorgeous and I could not resist stopping to filter some water and savor them for 15 minutes.
At the summit I met an older gentleman who said he was up looking for a particular flower; the name escapes me now. He had flash cards of photos of various flowers in his pack that he showed me. We visited for a while before he descended and I had the summit to myself. It was perfectly calm, and the stadium view of Shasta was spellbinding, along with Lassen Peak on the horizon.
The summit register is in an old foundation pit in a black PVC tube. I found a survey marker next to the old wooden frame but no benchmark.
Up in 2:00, 30 min @ summit, 1:30 down.
wanderlust718 - Oct 8, 2019 10:50 am Date Climbed: Oct 7, 2019
A grueling and incredibly rewarding climbThis was a very grueling and rewarding climb!
I started from the PCT Parks Creek Summit trailhead (following this route: https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/california/mount-eddy-trail-via-pct-at-parks-creek--2). The first hour or so takes you to Deadfall Creek. There are a few gnarly portions about halfway through this hike when the path narrows and is rocky and there are steep drop offs to your right. Just look straight ahead and focus.
Another hour takes you to the last sign before the Mt Eddy trail breaks off to the left. It's a very grueling hike to the top of the mountain and takes longer than you think. There are many switchbacks. Everyone was right: Mount Shasta comes into brilliant view literally a handful of paces before you reach the summit.
Coming down from the summit back to the last sign was the hardest part for me. I went very very gingerly and could not have done it without hiking poles. (Hiking shoes are also a must.)
The weather was great - it was a little cold at the top and I was glad I had a light jacket I could put on or off as needed. It took me 3:40 to ascend and 3:05 to descend for a RT time of 6:45. I had to rush on the descent because I wanted to make it back to town before dark.
The road that takes you from Weed to the trailhead - 42N17 - also ascends rapidly in elevation with no guardrails. I would not want to be on that road after dark.
NorCalNomad - Oct 6, 2018 5:18 pm Date Climbed: Oct 6, 2018
Cold, wet, and almost whiteout conditionsWas a good hike that took me sub 4 hours. Was either raining or snaining the whole time depending on elevation. Kinda bummed I didn't get to see the views but have been up to Castle Lake and it's surrounding "summits" enough to see the landscape.
Yup it is definitely real windy at the saddle to the summit.
utclimber - Aug 5, 2017 11:05 pm Date Climbed: Jul 29, 2017
Deadfall Creek THThird peak for the day after hiking up Brokeoff Mountain and Lassen Peak.
BooRadley - Jul 21, 2017 1:08 pm Date Climbed: Jul 3, 2017
One of my favoritesA day after summiting Shasta, we hiked up Mount Eddy to see Shasta's west facing slopes. This is one of my favorite hikes in the U.S. A well-maintained trail to the expansive summit takes you past a series of meadows and lakes. Trail was almost completely clear of snow.
bctahoe75 - Sep 3, 2016 11:01 am
Mt Eddy - Exceptional HikeThis is a great hike for several reasons. The Deadfall Lakes are a welcome sight on the return and a great place for a swim! I like the largest middle lake but the upper lake is also suitable. The hike is about 3000 feet elevation gain if you wander off trail a bit like I do. Pretty easy going on a nice trail until you reach upper Deadfall Lake where the switchbacks take you to the top and some amazing views of Mt. Shasta and also of the Trinity Alps and the Marble/Russian Wilderness. About 5 hours round trip...10 miles or so total...with the mandatory swim and a little exploring around the lakes! Easy access from the PCT intersection which is acessed from I-5 to Stewart Springs Rd...maybe 12 miles or so from the freeway exit?
gimpilator - Jul 18, 2016 11:21 am Date Climbed: Jun 21, 2016
37 peaks in 19 daysThere was bad weather for weeks in WA so Heather and I drove through OR, CA, NV, UT, and ID. We climbed 37 peaks in 19 days. I soloed McLoughlin on the second morning and we hiked up Mount Eddy later that afternoon. I found an obsidian spear point on Mount Eddy. trip report
Redwic - Jul 6, 2016 10:00 pm Date Climbed: Jul 2, 2016
Hot But BoringIt was hot outside and I thought the final 1000' and summit were fairly boring. However, the views were good (especially of Mount Shasta), and I would totally camp at one of the upper Deadfall Lakes if given the opportunity in the future.
colinr - Apr 28, 2016 11:41 pm Date Climbed: Dec 28, 2013
Deadfall Lakes TrailheadFrozen lakes, icy roads, brisk wind chill, but not much snow. An enjoyable outing with the dogs.
mastercoog - Nov 30, 2015 4:47 pm Date Climbed: Jul 10, 2015
Clouded out but still beautiful hike.Hiked while on pct. Nike hike beautiful area. Tons of wildflowers and lakes in area.
trexkerry - Jul 18, 2015 4:54 pm Date Climbed: Jul 11, 2015
Clouds blocked view of ShastaFirst day of three day COHP trip, easy walk up trail via Deadfall Lakes, paved road to TH. Only bummer was that we couldn't see Shasta due to cloud cover. Finished early so bagged Mt. Ashland in Oregon en route to Grants Pass for the night. TR is HERE.
davidsanger - Jun 29, 2015 10:36 pm Date Climbed: Jun 6, 2015
Clear DayFrom Parks Creek trailhead via PCT and then up to Deadfall Lakes. No snow, only a couple of other summit hikers and one PCT thru-hiker.
Paul McClellan - Jun 26, 2015 5:47 pm Date Climbed: Jun 3, 2015
Deadfall Lakes THTook the Deadfall Lakes Trail to the junction with the PCT and the Sisson-Callahan Trail. Followed the Sisson-Callahan Trail past several Deadfall lakes up onto the South Ridge. Encounted some snow on the ground between the last lake and the South Ridge. Followed the Mount Eddy Trail up the South Ridge to the summit. I found a reference marker, but could not find the Mt Eddy Benchmark nor any registry on the summit ridge. Spotted a bear running from a meadow ahead of me on my descent to the trailhead.
locke456 - Sep 21, 2014 3:36 pm
Bad Weather LuckClimbed Eddy because it's close to home and friends raved about the view. Unfortunately, the only day I could get away was foggy, rainy, and the view from the summit extended just barely further than my arm.
Loved the hike, otherwise, though. Looking to go back soon on a sunnier day.