Bizz Johnson Trail
Bizz Johnson Trail
Overview
The Bizz Johnson Trail in northeastern California is a 25.4 mile rail trail that runs from Susanville, California to Mason Station, California. The trail occupies a former corridor of the the Southern Pacific railroad. The trail is known for it incredible Fall foliage views and well as the popular Bizz John Marathon.
The Bizz Johnson Trail follows the Susan River for 16 miles then goes through the Susan River Canyon over numerous railroad trestles and bridges and two tunnels. The state web site for the trail descrtibes the area as "a combination of semi-arid canyon and upland forests of pine and fir." The trail located at fairly high elevations running from 4200 to 5500 feet. The state web site also advises checking the trail conditions as seasons change. The Bizz Johnson Trail information number is 530-257-0456.
The Bizz John Marathon
The Bizz John Marathon is held in October each year and includes a 10k run, half marathon and full marathon. Learn more about the The Bizz John Marathon.
Bizz Johnson Trail
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Bizz Johnson Trail
Facts
- Length:
25.4 mile
- Surface:
Dirt / Ballast
- State:
California
- Start/End
Points: Susanville, California / Mason Station, California
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