What to See and Do
Hiking and Biking
Lynch Canyon Trail
This five-kilometer, out-and-back trail is located near Williams, CA approximately 52 minutes northeast of Cache Creek Wilderness. Lynch Canyon Trail features small streams and ponds and is ideal for all skill levels. This lightly trafficked trail offers a wide range of activity options, and nature lovers can access it throughout the year. Horses are also allowed.
Length: 3.17 miles
Intensity: Moderate
Judge Davis Trail
This out-and-back trail is situated near Williams. Visitors can access the Judge Davis Trail trailhead in Williams by taking Highway 20 to the west about 32.1 kilometers to mile marker 46.07. The lightly trafficked route features a small river, and you can access it at any time of year. Travelers can use this route for various activities, including hiking and biking.
Length: 10 miles
Intensity: Moderate
Ridge Spur Loop through Cache Creek Ridge Trail
This lightly trafficked trail situated near Clearlake, which is a half-hour southwest of Cache Creek Wilderness, features beautiful wildflowers. The Ridge Spur Loop is 11.6 kilometers long, and you can access it all year. Travelers can use this loop trail for horse riding, running, and hiking.
Length: 7.20 miles
Intensity: Easy
Fishing and Boating
You and your family can enjoy many fun activities when visiting Cache Creek Wilderness during the summer season. If you love fishing, you can catch some rainbow trout and smallmouth and largemouth bass in the Sacramento River. You can also enjoy white water rafting at this BLM site, but you'll need to carry your gear to enjoy this sport. Visitors can also swim in the nearby rivers or Cache Creek itself.
Wildlife Viewing
Cache Creek Wilderness is home to various wild animals, including rare species. During your visit, the common animals you'll spot include elk, coyotes, deer, black bears, mountain lions, bobcats, badgers, raccoons, beavers, river otters, gray foxes, and mountain lions. If you are lucky, you may also get the chance to see endemic tule elks or bald eagles. Remember to carry a pair of binoculars so that you can see the different birds that reside in this natural area.
Hunting
Hunting is among the most popular activities in Cache Creek Wilderness. The good news is that you do not need to have a hunting pass to enter this natural area. However, you need to carry proper safety gear and appropriate hunting weapons during your trip. The game species sought after by hunting enthusiasts include black bears, blacktail deer, wild pigs, mourning doves, wild turkeys, elks, California quails, and gray squirrels.
Horseback Riding
If you love horses and would like a relaxing way to explore Cache Creek Wilderness, consider horseback riding. Most of the trail loops around this natural area are well-maintained for your safety and that of your horse. The management of this area has no horses available for visitors. Therefore, you need to bring your own. Since this BLM site is close to the desert, avoid riding your horse during the summer season when it's extremely hot.