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The Trinity Alps are mountains in Northern California . They are located to the northwest of Redding, California . Elevations there range from 1,350 feet to over 9,000 feet at Thompson Peak. The Trinity Alps are situated within the Klamath mountain range, which lies between the Coastal Range and the Cascade Range , which lies further to the east. They are noted for their scenic views and alpine environment, which differ from those found in the Sierra Nevada , the Coastal Range, or the Cascades. The US Forest Service manages an area of Wilderness in the Trinity Alps that is part of Shasta-Trinity National Forest . The area contains hiking trails, backcountry camping, and beautiful scenery. The area is visited much less heavily than many other wilderness areas in California, such as Yosemite National Park or Kings Canyon National Park . The Trinity Alps overlook Trinity Lake to the east. Geologically, the Trinity Alps consist of a mixture of , Deer , Lizard s, Chipmunk s, and a great number of Bird species. The Trinity Alps is even home to a Cryptozoological monster, the Trinity Alps Giant Salamander . |
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