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Judge Davis Trailhead | Cache Creek Natural Area

4.4 ★★★★☆ 60 Google reviews · Running trail in Clearlake Oaks, California · Open 24 hours

Runner's snapshot

Surface
Not reported
Distance
Not reported
Shape
Not reported
Shade
Not reported
Access
Open 24 hours

Confirmed from Judge Davis Trailhead | Cache Creek Natural Area's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.

Open 24hScenicHillyRestroomsTrailhead parking

Remote hiking area offering a moderate trail with scenic views.

What runners say about Judge Davis Trailhead | Cache Creek Natural Area

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (60 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

🏞️ beautiful scenery 10 mentions

“Some parts of the trail were a little muddy because of the recent rain, but overall the hike was nice, and the views were beautiful.”

The Judge Davis trail is California beautiful, affording both the serene oak covered trails and flowered meadows, as well as the more dramatic and majestic views out across the Berryessa and Clear Lake mountain ranges. This trail changes remarkably with time of year.

★★★★☆ — Owen , May 2019

Great hiking and hunting trails and they have bathrooms...... Room to turn around and plenty of room for horse trailers..

★★★★☆ — Scott , Sep 2018

Great and challenging walk! Beautiful vistas. Numerous valleys as you walk along the trail. Be sure to take water and possibly something to eat. Especially in the summer.

★★★★★ — Martin , Jun 2020

Let me share with you the enchanting experience I had at Judge David Trail. Prepare to be captivated by its beauty! Nestled in a picturesque environment, this trail offers a scenic escape that will steal your heart. One of the standout features of Judge David Trail is the variety of options available.

★★★★☆ — Preston , May 2023

Excerpts from public Google reviews. Read all 60 reviews →

Trail conditions & character

What this trail is actually like underfoot and overhead, taken from its own listing and from reviews. Each one links to every other trail with the same character. Busy or quiet is reported as a plain fact, not a plus or a minus — a runner heading out alone at dawn often wants company on the path, and someone running intervals wants an empty one.

🏞️ Scenic views 18 mentions

“Some parts of the trail were a little muddy because of the recent rain, but overall the hike was nice, and the views were beautiful.”

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🚻 Restrooms 7 mentions

“Restrooms could do with more care and hand wash station.”

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⛰️ Hills / elevation 4 mentions

“It's important to note that this trail includes a fair amount of incline, which can make it a bit tiring for some.”

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🅿️ Trailhead parking 4 mentions

“Easy access trailhead off Hwy 20 provides wilderness experience suited to hiking, horse riding, and seasonal mtb biking.”

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Plan your run at Judge Davis Trailhead | Cache Creek Natural Area

The practical stuff

  • AccessOpen 24 hours — no gate to beat, so a 5am or a 10pm run both work
  • DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
  • ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
  • At the trailheadparking, restrooms — reported by runners

Hours

Monday Open 24 hours
Tuesday Open 24 hours
Wednesday Open 24 hours
Thursday Open 24 hours
Friday Open 24 hours
Saturday Open 24 hours
Sunday Open 24 hours

Posted hours for the park or trailhead. Gates and parking lots often close earlier than the trail itself, and seasonal hours change — worth a check before a pre-dawn or after-dark run.

Where to find Judge Davis Trailhead | Cache Creek Natural Area

Clearlake Oaks, California

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Listing verified July 2026 from public records, the trail's own website and runner reviews. Trail conditions change — paths flood, gates close at dusk, and shaded woods stay muddy for days after rain. Something out of date? Report a correction. Manage this trail? Send us the details — it is free.