High Rock Park adventures

High Rock Park Adventures

High Rock Park is a rugged outdoor area in California’s Sierra Nevada, popular for hiking, fishing, and camping along the Feather River corridor. It offers scenic river views, granite formations, and a quiet wilderness experience.

Approximately 900
Acres Protected
Around 8
Miles of Trails
Under 10,000
Annual Visitors
1952
Year Established

About High Rock Park

 

High Rock Park is located along the Middle Fork Feather River in Plumas County, California, encompassing a combination of rocky outcrops, dense forest, and open riverbanks. The park’s terrain features granite formations and cliffs that rise sharply from the river, providing spectacular vantage points and opportunities for rock scrambling. Ecologically, the area supports a variety of coniferous trees including pine and fir, along with riparian habitats that shelter fish such as rainbow trout and wildlife like black bears, deer, and diverse bird species. Historically, the region was used by Native American tribes of the Maidu people and later was influenced by Gold Rush-era settlers. Today, High Rock Park provides an accessible wilderness setting for outdoor activities, with popular spots for fishing the Feather River, hiking along trails that pass through mixed forest, and camping at rustic sites. Visitors are drawn to the park’s scenic river views, relatively low visitor density, and the chance to experience classic Sierra Nevada river canyon landscapes. The park’s combination of geology, natural setting, and outdoor recreation draws anglers, photographers, and climbers alike, making it a hidden gem for those seeking an authentic Sierra Nevada experience outside the more trafficked National Parks.

Highlights

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High Rock Overlook – panoramic views of the Middle Fork Feather River Gorge

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Feather River – excellent trout fishing and scenic paddle routes

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Granite Cliffs – popular for rock scrambling and climbing

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Quiet riverside camping areas that offer solitude and wildlife observation

Notable Natural Features

Middle Fork Feather River

A pristine river corridor providing fishing, paddling, and scenic river views integral to the park’s outdoor appeal.

High Rock Overlook

A rocky vantage point offering sweeping views of the Feather River canyon and surrounding forested slopes.

Granite Cliffs

Natural granite formations popular for climbing and rock scrambling, offering unique geological interest.