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Big Bend, CA

California · Shasta County · Redding Metro

Big Bend is a small town in California with a population of 132. Residents earn $28,958 per year, which is 61% below the national average.

2.1 /5.0
C Fair
132 Population 23/sq mi density
$28,958 Median Income $20,219 per capita
$850 Median Rent 22.5% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature 308 sunny days/yr
319 Violent Crime/100K 1,083 property/100K
C
Overall
2.1 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$28,958 median income, 19.2% unemployment
C+
Affordability
3.0 / 5.0
$850/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
319 violent crimes/100K (16% below avg)
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $28,958
61% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 319/100K
16% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.9%
56% lower than US avg
Median Rent $850
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.8%
1% lower than US avg
Unemployment 19.2%
433% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

How Big Bend Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population132
Median Age49.5 yrs
Density23/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans99.0%

Economy

C
Median Income$28,958
Per Capita$20,219
Unemployment19.2%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$11,870M

Housing

C+
Rent$850
Ownership80.0%
Zillow$284,708
Housing Units80
Rent Burden22.5%

Crime

F
Violent319/100K
Property1,083/100K

Health

Obesity31.8%
Uninsured7.6%
Smoking18.0%
Depression28.6%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain28.6 in/yr
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation2,036 ft (621 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.9%
High School+92.6%
Graduate+1.8%
School Score4.90

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 31%
Broadband45.0%
EV Stations1
Libraries4

Is Big Bend a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Big Bend receives an overall livability score of 2.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Big Bend has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Big Bend is $28,958, 61% below the national average of $75,149. At 19.2%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $850 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Big Bend is below the national average at 319 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,083 per 100,000, 45% below the national average.

Education

14.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Big Bend experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 308 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 28.6 inches, including 44.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Big Bend has a population of 132 with a density of 23 people per square mile, spread across 5.8 square miles. The median age is 49.5 years, 27% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 55.3% female and 44.7% male. The city is predominantly White (90.2%), with 3% Hispanic, 3.8% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 98.9% of residents. 99.0% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 14.8% of residents have a disability. 89.8% have health insurance coverage.

Population

132
Total Population
23
People / sq mi
49.5yrs
Median Age
27% above US avg
5.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.7%
Female 55.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Big Bend vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 98.9%
26% above US avg
Spanish 1.1%
92% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Big Bend vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Big Bend is $28,958, which is 61% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $20,219 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,141, 20% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 19.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 8,748 business establishments, including 430 restaurants. The cost of living index is 110.7, slightly above the national baseline of 100. 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Big Bend vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$28,958
61% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,219
Avg Weekly Wage$1,141
IRS Avg AGI$70,441
Gini Index0.460 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment19.2%
433% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)8,748
County GDP$11,870M

Business (County)

Restaurants430
Healthcare667
Retail615
Manufacturing133

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,628
32% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone55.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Zillow estimates the typical home value at $284,708. Monthly rent averages $850 (27% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $1,647 for a one-bedroom to $2,053 for a two-bedroom apartment. 80.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 80 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1971. The average annual property tax is $4,628 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 22.5% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$284,708

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$850
27% below US avg
Rent Burden22.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,513
1 Bedroom$1,647
2 Bedrooms$2,053
3 Bedrooms$2,752
4 Bedrooms$3,165

Ownership & Property

Homeownership80.0%
Owner-Occupied80.0%
Renter-Occupied20.0%
Housing Units80
Median Year Built1971

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,628
32% above US avg
In Big Bend, 31.8% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 10.4% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.3% of residents. 32.4% have high blood pressure. 18.0% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 18.4% report binge drinking. 23.3% are physically inactive. 28.6% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 23.7% experience frequent mental distress. 7.6% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,283. The dentist ratio is 1:1,256. 79.3% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.7 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Big Bend vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.8%
1% below US avg
Diabetes10.4%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure32.4%
Asthma13.0%
COPD7.7%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.0%
29% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.4%
Physical Inactivity23.3%
Depression28.6%
Mental Distress23.7%
Physical Distress16.2%
Short Sleep42.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.8%
Uninsured7.6%
12% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,283
Dentists1:1,256
Mental Health1:186
Checkup Rate70.5%
Dental Visits53.3%
Premature Death10,558/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access79.3%
Healthcare Facilities667
Big Bend has a violent crime rate of 319 per 100,000 residents, 16% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,083 per 100,000, 45% below the U.S. average. The county recorded 30 fatal traffic crashes. The area has experienced 546 federally declared disasters. Overall, Big Bend receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Big Bend vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent318.7/100K
16% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property1,083.5/100K
45% below US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)30
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0
FEMA Disasters546

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Big Bend experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 308 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 28.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 44.5 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48. The city sits at an elevation of 2,036 feet.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average49.0°F
9% below US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,036 ft (621 m)
Area5.8 sq mi (15.1 km²)
Population Density23/sq mi
Coordinates41.0116°N, 121.9304°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
CountyShasta County County
Nearest AirportRedding Regional (RDD)
40 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 28.6"
25% below US avg
Snowfall 44.5"
Wettest Month (Jan) 7.72"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.28"

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0439 ppm
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)7.1 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Moderate
Risk Score93.4 / 100
Social Vulnerability41.1 / 100
Community Resilience47.7 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Very Low
Earthquake Relatively Moderate
Wildfire Relatively High
Flood Relatively High
Hail Very Low
Strong Wind Very Low
Heat Wave Relatively Moderate
Winter Weather Relatively Moderate
Lightning Relatively Moderate
Drought Relatively Moderate
Cold Wave Very Low
Landslide Relatively Moderate
Volcano Relatively Moderate
Avalanche Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

1,376 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.9. Most recent: M2.6 on Aug 12, 2025.

Sep 21, 1993 27 km WNW of Klamath Falls, Oregon M6.0 150 km
Sep 21, 1993 22 km WNW of Klamath Falls, Oregon M5.9 145 km
May 24, 2013 2 km NNE of Canyondam, California M5.7 117 km
May 11, 2023 Lake Almanor Earthquake M5.5 113 km
Apr 30, 2008 3 km NNW of Burnt Ranch, California M5.4 133 km
May 12, 2023 4km NW of Canyondam, CA M5.2 115 km
Nov 26, 1998 7km NW of Redding, CA M5.1 59 km
Dec 4, 1993 20 km WNW of Klamath Falls, Oregon M5.1 143 km
Sep 8, 2023 12 km NE of Burney, CA M5.0 32 km
May 24, 2013 1km NNW of Canyondam, CA M4.9 117 km
Jan 19, 2008 31 km NW of Rancho Tehama Reserve, California M4.7 113 km
Nov 26, 1998 5km NNW of Redding, CA M4.6 59 km
Jan 19, 2008 34 km WNW of Rancho Tehama Reserve, California M4.5 117 km
Jul 21, 1998 4 km NNW of Redding, California M4.5 59 km
Aug 28, 2016 8 km ESE of Mad River, California M4.5 140 km
May 10, 2005 10 km NW of Burney, California M4.4 16 km
Mar 9, 1992 8 km SE of Hyampom, California M4.4 131 km
Apr 5, 2024 6 km NW of Belden, CA M4.4 120 km
Mar 27, 1997 14km SW of Manton, CA M4.4 76 km
Jun 14, 1991 8 km SW of Hat Creek, California M4.4 37 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

2 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF0.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Apr 4, 2013 EF0 98 km 0
Mar 5, 1978 EF0 78 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Shasta (49 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Shasta Stratovolcano 4,317 m (14,163 ft) 1250 49 km
Lassen Volcanic Center Stratovolcano 3,187 m (10,456 ft) 1917 68 km
Medicine Lake Shield 2,412 m (7,913 ft) 1060 74 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: CARR (233,710 ac, 2018).

Year Name Acres Distance
2018 CARR 233,710 65 km
2021 HAYPRESS 204,549 89 km
2021 ANTELOPE 141,960 71 km
2020 CALDWELL 81,870 90 km
2018 DELTA 63,732 45 km
1992 FOUNTAIN 62,340 20 km
1999 GUN 2 61,203 93 km
2020 ZOGG 56,941 88 km
2012 BAGLEY 47,731 11 km
2018 HIRZ 46,700 29 km
2014 BALD 39,770 54 km
2018 STONE 39,455 89 km
2008 SHU LIGHTNING COMPLEX (MOON) 36,514 81 km
2014 WHITES 34,506 99 km
2014 EILER 30,967 39 km
2017 COVE 30,884 83 km
2008 SHU LIGHTNING COMPLEX (MOTION) 29,346 60 km
2012 PONDEROSA 28,690 67 km
2012 READING 26,872 67 km
1999 JONES 26,818 47 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 34°F (1°C) 7.7 in Coldest, Wettest
February 40°F (4°C) 6.4 in
March 42°F (6°C) 6.6 in
April 47°F (8°C) 3.5 in
May 55°F (13°C) 2.1 in
June 62°F (17°C) 1.0 in
July 69°F (20°C) 0.3 in Warmest, Driest
August 67°F (20°C) 0.6 in
September 62°F (17°C) 1.3 in
October 53°F (12°C) 3.1 in
November 43°F (6°C) 6.7 in
December 37°F (3°C) 7.3 in

Big Bend has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 34°F in January to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 46.5 inches, with January being the wettest month (7.7") and July the driest (0.3").

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Big Bend is located in Shasta County. It is classified as Metro / under 250K, part of a metropolitan area. 14.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 56% below the national average of 33.7%. 92.6% have completed high school. 1.8% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 4.9 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 67% of the vote, a 36.5-point margin. 45.0% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 4 public libraries serving the community. 667 healthcare facilities operate in the area.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67%
D 30.5%

Winner: Republican by 36.5 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)30
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0
FEMA Disaster Declarations546
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.9%
56% below US avg
High School+92.6%
Graduate Degree+1.8%
School Test Score4.90
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 3Metro / under 250K
Population Density23/sq mi
Total Area5.8 sq mi
CountyShasta County County

Services

Broadband Access45.0%
Avg Download Speed73.2 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed6.4 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities667
Restaurants430
Retail Stores615

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone55.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%
Average costs for common services in Big Bend. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $277 ($166–$443)
Specialist Visit $387 ($221–$609)
Urgent Care Visit $221 ($111–$387)
Emergency Room Visit $2,435 ($886–$5,535)
Dental Cleaning $144 ($83–$221)
Dental Filling $277 ($166–$443)
View all 40 services

Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $50 ($28–$83)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $83 ($55–$133)
Brake Pad Replacement $332 ($166–$554)
Tire Rotation $44 ($22–$83)
New Tires (Set of 4) $664 ($443–$1,107)
Battery Replacement $221 ($111–$387)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $111 ($66–$166)
Electrician (Per Hour) $100 ($55–$155)
HVAC Repair $443 ($166–$886)
HVAC System Install $7,749 ($4,428–$13,284)
Roof Repair $1,107 ($443–$2,214)
Roof Replacement $9,963 ($6,089–$16,605)
View all 25 services

Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,661 ($554–$3,875)
Divorce (Contested) $16,605 ($5,535–$33,210)
DUI Defense $5,535 ($2,214–$11,070)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,661 ($886–$3,321)
Will Preparation $554 ($221–$1,107)
Trust Preparation $2,768 ($1,107–$5,535)
View all 12 services

Personal Care

Men's Haircut $28 ($17–$50)
Women's Haircut $61 ($33–$111)
Hair Coloring (Full) $166 ($83–$277)
Manicure $28 ($17–$50)
Pedicure $44 ($28–$72)
Massage (1 Hour) $89 ($55–$144)
View all 12 services

Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $4.54 ($3.32–$6.09)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.87 ($2.77–$5.54)
Loaf of Bread $4.21 ($2.77–$6.09)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.98 ($3.32–$7.20)
Ground Beef (per lb) $6.09 ($4.43–$8.30)
Rice (per lb) $1.11 ($0.66–$1.99)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $155 ($89–$277)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $77 ($33–$166)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $77 ($44–$133)
Internet (Monthly) $77 ($44–$111)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $72 ($33–$111)
Cable TV (Monthly) $94 ($55–$166)
View all 8 services

Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $221 ($83–$554)
Car Insurance (Annual) $2,214 ($1,328–$3,875)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $77 ($33–$144)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $17 ($8.86–$28)
Car Registration (Annual) $111 ($33–$277)
Driver's License Renewal $33 ($17–$83)
View all 8 services

Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,328 ($664–$2,768)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $1,107 ($554–$2,214)
After-School Care (Monthly) $443 ($221–$775)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $55 ($28–$111)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $1,107 ($443–$2,768)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $13,838 ($5,535–$33,210)
View all 8 services

Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $66 ($33–$111)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $111 ($55–$221)
Dog Grooming $66 ($33–$111)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $44 ($22–$83)
Dog Spay/Neuter $332 ($166–$554)
Cat Spay/Neuter $221 ($111–$443)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$1,075
Toddler$789
Preschool$928
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$903
Toddler$752
Preschool$769
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Shasta County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance 15,652 4,338 $57,446 1.56
Retail Trade 8,979 610 $41,559 1.28
Accommodation & Food Services 5,899 396 $27,893 0.93
Construction 4,163 590 $75,024 1.13
Administrative & Waste Services 3,238 276 $46,896 0.78
Manufacturing 2,963 152 $77,593 0.51
Other Services 2,420 404 $42,839 1.15
Professional & Technical Services 2,235 464 $77,114 0.46
Finance & Insurance 2,062 216 $80,071 0.72
Transportation & Warehousing 1,751 135 $63,345 0.59
Wholesale Trade 1,565 176 $70,877 0.57
Arts & Entertainment 1,006 70 $25,545 0.85
Real Estate 1,003 243 $54,177 0.92
Educational Services 948 66 $39,758 0.65
Management of Companies 626 28 $99,578 0.53
Utilities 528 18 $166,155 1.98
Information & Technology 477 68 $66,337 0.36
Unclassified 3 8 $39,271 0.03

Radio Stations near Big Bend

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Campgrounds Near Big Bend

38 campgrounds found near Big Bend.

NameRatingSitesPrice
DEKKAS ROCK 5.0/5 1 $170
HIRZ BAY GROUP 2 5.0/5 1 $140
McBride Springs Campground (CA) 5.0/5 1 $10
MCCLOUD BRIDGE 5.0/5 2 $30–$60
MOORE CREEK 5.0/5 1 $140–$170
GIRARD RIDGE LOOKOUT 4.6/5 1 $75
HAT CREEK 4.5/5 12 $16–$80
HIRZ MOUNTAIN LOOKOUT 4.5/5 1 $110
MANZANITA LAKE 4.4/5 170 $26
CAMP 4 GROUP CAMPGROUND 4.3/5 1 $30
FOWLERS CAMPGROUND 4.3/5 36 $15–$30
LOST CREEK GROUP 4.3/5 8 $62
Manzanita Lake Camping Cabins (CA) 4.2/5 22 $96–$149
ELLERY CREEK 4.1/5 19 $30
Antlers (Shasta Lake, CA) 4.0/5 58 $30–$60
GREGORY CREEK GROUP CAMPGROUND 4.0/5 1 $170
HIRZ BAY 3.8/5 47 $30–$60
Pine Point (Shasta Lake, CA) 3.8/5 1 $150–$170
MANZANITA LAKE GROUP CAMPGROUND 3.7/5 5 $72
HIRZ CABIN 3.6/5 1 $185
LAKESHORE EAST 3.6/5 25 $30–$100
MARINERS POINT GROUP CAMPGROUND 3.4/5 — $110
BAILEY COVE 3.3/5 7 $30–$60
HIRZ BAY GROUP 1 3.0/5 1 $170
RED FIR FLAT GROUP CAMPGROUND 3.0/5 1 $12
Sims Flat Campground (CA) 2.5/5 1 $15
NELSON POINT 1.5/5 1 $23–$120
AhDiNa Campground — 1 $10
Beehive Dispersed Area (CA) — 2 $12–$17
Castle Lake Campground — — Free
Cattle Camp Campground (CA) — 1 $15
Gregory Beach Dispersed Area (CA) — 2 $10–$15
Gregory Creek Group Campground — — Free
Jones Valley Inlet Dispersed Area (CA) — 2 $10–$15
Jones Valley Inlet West Dispersed Area (CA) — 2 $10–$15
Lower Jones Valley (CA) — 1 $30–$60
Pit River Campground — — Free
Salt Creek Dispersed Area (CA) — 2 $10–$15

National Parks Near Big Bend

7 national parks and monuments found near Big Bend.

ParkTypeFee
Ahjumawi Lava Springs State Park State Park Free
Castle Crags State Park State Park Free
Lassen Volcanic National Park National Park $30
Lava Beds National Monument National Monument $25
McArthur-Burney Falls Memorial State Park State Park Free
Tule Lake National Monument National Monument Free
Whiskeytown National Recreation Area National Recreation Area $15

Trails Near Big Bend

324+ trails found near Big Bend.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
PACIFIC CREST NATIONAL SCENIC 68.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
PILGRIM - HARRIS 27.3 SNOW — — —
MCKENZIE 17.3 SNOW — — —
UPPER MCCLOUD RIVER 14.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
CURL RIDGE JEEP TRAIL 12.7 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
MILITARY 11.9 SNOW — — —
UPPER ANTELOPE CREEK 11.0 SNOW — — —
16 ROAD 9.9 SNOW — — —
RAINBOW 9.8 SNOW — — —
BEAR SPRINGS 9.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes —
SUPRISE LAKE 9.1 SNOW — — —
PCT: SHASTA-TRINITY 8.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
BIG LAKE 8.1 SNOW — — —
BAGLEY MTN 7.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
MANZANITA CHUTES 7.1 SNOW — — —
JACKRABBIT FLAT 6.8 SNOW — — —
GATEWAY 6.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
GARDEN RIDGE 6.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CYPRESS 6.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
HUCKLEBERRY LOOP 6.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes —
HORSE PEAK 5.9 SNOW — — —
PARHAM'S POINT TRAIL 5.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
ASHPAN FLAT 5.5 SNOW — — —
PCT: SHASTA-TRINITY 5.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
PCT: SHASTA-TRINITY 5.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
CRAMER 5.0 SNOW — — —
MUIRS ASCENSION 5.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes —
ASPERIN 4.6 SNOW — — —
CABIN CREEK 4.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
RED LAKE 4.4 SNOW — — —
PCT: SHASTA-TRINITY 4.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
PCT: SHASTA-TRINITY 4.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
PCT: SHASTA-TRINITY 4.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
MAGEE LAKE 4.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
TAMARACK 4.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
BUNCHGRASS CREEK 4.0 SNOW — — —
CURL RIDGE JEEP TRAIL 3.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
ASH CRK LOOP 3.6 SNOW — — —
COSMIC CONNECTOR 3.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes —
NORTH BATTLE CREEK 3.2 SNOW — — —
ASHPAN BUTTE 3.2 SNOW — — —
NORTH GATE 3.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
BAILEY COVE 2.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
PCT: SHASTA-TRINITY 2.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
CLIKAPUDI 2.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes —
PCT: SHASTA-TRINITY 2.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
WATERS GULCH 2.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes —
PCT: SHASTA-TRINITY 2.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
CASTLE LAKE 2.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
PCT: SHASTA-TRINITY 2.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
CLIKAPUDI 2.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes —
PCT: SHASTA-TRINITY 2.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
GREEN BUTTE 2.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
PCT: SHASTA-TRINITY 2.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
RED FIR RIDGE 2.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
CLEAR CREEK 2.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
PCT: SHASTA-TRINITY 2.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
CURL RIDGE JEEP TRAIL 2.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
PCT: SHASTA-TRINITY 2.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
MURKEN LAVA 2.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
STEAM DONKEY 2.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes —
MURKEN LAVA 1.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
PCT: SHASTA-TRINITY 1.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
BAGLEY MTN 1.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
STUMP 1.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
SUPERNATURAL SINGLETRACK 1.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes —
BAGLEY MTN 1.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
LEMURIAN DELIRIUM 1.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes —
PCT: SHASTA-TRINITY 1.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
HIRZ BAY 1.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
BOLAM 1.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
SISSON'S 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
DEKKAS 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
PCT: SHASTA-TRINITY 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
PCT: SHASTA-TRINITY 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
FORT MOUNTAIN 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
PCT: SHASTA-TRINITY 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
PCT: SHASTA-TRINITY 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
PCT: SHASTA-TRINITY 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
CASTLE LAKE 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
36N26 WEST CONNECTOR 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
PCT: SHASTA-TRINITY 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
EVERITT TRAVERSE 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes —
PCT: SHASTA-TRINITY 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
36N26 EAST A 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CRAGS VIEW 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes —
BLACK BUTTE 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
36N26 EAST CONNECTOR 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
SPATTERCONE CREST TRAIL 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
BLACK BUTTE 1.2 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL Yes — —
PCT: SHASTA-TRINITY 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
PCT: SHASTA-TRINITY 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
36N39Y CONNECTOR 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
MOON DOGGIE 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes —
PYROCLASM 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes —
CURL RIDGE JEEP TRAIL 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
PCT: SHASTA-TRINITY 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
4ON32Y CONNECTOR 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CLIKAPUDI C 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
UPPER MCCLOUD RIVER 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
INCONSTANCE 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
CASTLE DOME 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
RAIN GAUGE 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
CLIKAPUDI 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes —
MCCLOUD RIVER 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
STRAWBERRY VALLEY 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes —
CLIKAPUDI 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes —
CHIPMUNK 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes —
4 CORNER LOOP 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
BREWER CREEK 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
MARLY 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes —
CYPRESS 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
SOAPSTONE 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
CASTLE LAKE 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
INCONSTANCE 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
STUMP 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes —
DEKKAS 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
PCT: SHASTA-TRINITY 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
BAGLEY MTN 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
PCT: SHASTA-TRINITY 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
POTATO BUTTE 15 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
MY TRAIL 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes —
PCT: SHASTA-TRINITY 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
PACKERS FISH LOOP 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes —
PCT: SHASTA-TRINITY 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
COQUETTE 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
PCT: SHASTA-TRINITY 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
MURKEN LAVA 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
TAMARACK MAGEE TIE 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
PCT: SHASTA-TRINITY 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
PCT: SHASTA-TRINITY 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
PCT: SHASTA-TRINITY 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
PCT: SHASTA-TRINITY 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
SAMWELL CAVE 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
PCT: SHASTA-TRINITY 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
PCT: SHASTA-TRINITY 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
PANTHER MEADOWS 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
MURKEN LAVA 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
GRAY BUTTE 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
DOG 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
LOLLIPOP 0.6 CRUSHED AGGREGATE OR GRAVEL Yes — —
POTATO BUTTE 7 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
COQUETTE 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
PCT: SHASTA-TRINITY 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
PCT: SHASTA-TRINITY 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
TIMBERED CRATER 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
TROUT CREEK NATURE 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
NEY SPRINGS CREEK 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
PCT: SHASTA-TRINITY 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
PCT: SHASTA-TRINITY 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
CASTLE SHORE 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
TUNNEL 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes —
PIG FARM 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes —
NORTH GATE 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
UPPER MCCLOUD RIVER 0.5 ASPHALT Yes — —
EAST PACKERS 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
POTATO BUTTE 6 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
BIGELOW NEOTROPICAL 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
ALGOMA NATURE 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
PCT: SHASTA-TRINITY 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
PACKERS OVERLOOK 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
FISHERMAN'S POINT 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
BLACK LAVA 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
PCT: SHASTA-TRINITY 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
PCT: SHASTA-TRINITY 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
PCT: SHASTA-TRINITY 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
PCT: SHASTA-TRINITY 0.4 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL Yes — Yes
GARDEN RIDGE 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
PCT: SHASTA-TRINITY 0.4 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL Yes — Yes
LAKE EILER 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
MARMOTS HIDEOUT 0.4 Yes Yes —
POTATO BUTTE 14 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
HORSE CAMP 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
CLIKAPUDI 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes —
BLACK RANCH CONNECTOR 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
POTATO BUTTE 19 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
PCT: SHASTA-TRINITY 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
PCT: SHASTA-TRINITY 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
POTATO BUTTE 23 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
POTATO BUTTE 9 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
HORSE CAMP 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
POTEM FALLS 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
ROOT CREEK 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
POTATO BUTTE 17 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
PCT: SHASTA-TRINITY 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
POTATO BUTTE 24 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CLIKAPUDI A 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes —
POTATO BUTTE 25 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
PCT: SHASTA-TRINITY 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
TAMARACK 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
CLIKAPUDI 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes —
POTATO BUTTE 45 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CASTLE DOME 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
PCT: SHASTA-TRINITY 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
POTATO BUTTE 8 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
BOLAM 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
PCT: SHASTA-TRINITY 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
CYPRESS 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
PANTHER SPRING 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
40N01C EXT 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
MAGEE PEAK 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
BREWER CREEK 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
BREWER CREEK 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
POTATO BUTTE 21 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
SIMS BRIDGE 0.2 ASPHALT Yes — —
BLACK LAVA 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
PCT: SHASTA-TRINITY 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
CLIKAPUDI 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes —
CABIN CREEK 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
INDIAN SPRINGS 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
LOWER FALLS NATURE 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
34N22 SPUR 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
LOST CREEK SPUR 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
PCT: SHASTA-TRINITY 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
JOT DEAN 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
MURKEN B 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
PCT: SHASTA-TRINITY 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
CLEAR CREEK 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
POTATO BUTTE 11 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CLIKAPUDI 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes —
CABIN CREEK 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
POTATO BUTTE 18 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
BLACK LAVA 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
POTATO BUTTE 13 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
PCT: SHASTA-TRINITY 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
36N26 EAST B 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
PCT: SHASTA-TRINITY 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
LOWER FALLS RAMP 0.1 ASPHALT Yes — —
CLIKAPUDI B 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes —
PCT: SHASTA-TRINITY 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
WILEY RANCH 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
UPPER FALLS MAIN 0.1 ASPHALT Yes — —
POTATO BUTTE 16 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
PANTHER CAUSEWAY 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
MIDDLE FALLS MAIN 0.1 ASPHALT Yes — —
PCT: SHASTA-TRINITY 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
MURKEN LAVA 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
PCT: SHASTA-TRINITY 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
LOWER FALLS VIEW 0.1 ASPHALT Yes — —
HORSE CAMP 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
CLIKAPUDI 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes —
WHITNEY 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
PCT: SHASTA-TRINITY 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
JOHN EVERITT VISTA 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
JEFF SPUR 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
FOUNDATION 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
HORSE CAMP 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
7TH CROSSING 0.1 ASPHALT Yes — —
SIMS BRIDGE 0.1 ASPHALT Yes — —
SOAPSTONE 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
FAIRY FALLS 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
FOWLERS CROSS 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
PENNY PINES INTERP. TRAIL 0.1 ASPHALT Yes — —
CLIKAPUDI 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes —
SIMS BRIDGE 0.1 ASPHALT Yes — —
PCT: SHASTA-TRINITY 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
HORSE CAMP 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
HORSE CAMP 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
PCT: SHASTA-TRINITY 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
DRY BURNEY CREEK SPUR 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
PCT: SHASTA-TRINITY 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
32N20 SPUR 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
7TH CROSSING 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
MIDDLE FALLS ALTERNATE 0.1 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL Yes — —
MURKEN A 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
HORSE CAMP 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
CLIKAPUDI 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes —
7TH CROSSING LAUNCH 0.0 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL Yes — —
POTATO BUTTE 9 SPUR 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
PCT: SHASTA-TRINITY 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
WATERS GULCH 0.0 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL Yes Yes —
PCT: SHASTA-TRINITY 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
WATERS GULCH 0.0 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL Yes Yes —
32N20E SPUR 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
SIMS BRIDGE 0.0 OTHER Yes — —
SIMS BRIDGE 0.0 ASPHALT Yes — —
COQUETTE 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
HORSE CAMP 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
PCT: SHASTA-TRINITY 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
DOG 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
UPPER FALLS PARK 2 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
UPPER FALLS MAIN B 0.0 ASPHALT Yes — —
FOWLERS CONNECTOR 0.0 ASPHALT Yes — —
CLIKAPUDI 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes —
SIMS BRIDGE 0.0 ASPHALT Yes — —
SIMS BRIDGE 0.0 CONCRETE Yes — —
PCT: SHASTA-TRINITY 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
UPPER FALLS PARK 1 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
SIMS BRIDGE 0.0 ASPHALT Yes — —
CLIKAPUDI 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes —
TRAILER PARK SPUR 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CLIKAPUDI 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes —
EAST PACKERS 0.0 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL Yes — —
PINE TREE HOLLOW 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
OLD STATION ACCESS TRAIL 0.0 ASPHALT Yes — —
BREWER CREEK 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
PACKERS OVERLOOK 0.0 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL Yes — —
PCT: SHASTA-TRINITY 0.0 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
RED FIR RIDGE 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
HORSE CAMP 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
SIMS BRIDGE 0.0 CONCRETE Yes — —
PCT: SHASTA-TRINITY 0.0 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
PCT: SHASTA-TRINITY 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
HORSE CAMP 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
CLIKAPUDI 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes —
PCT: SHASTA-TRINITY 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
UPPER FALLS MAIN A 0.0 ASPHALT Yes — —
SIMS BRIDGE 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
PCT: SHASTA-TRINITY 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
PCT: SHASTA-TRINITY 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
PCT: SHASTA-TRINITY 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
7TH CROSSING 0.0 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL Yes — —
WATERS GULCH 0.0 ASPHALT Yes Yes —
7TH CROSSING 0.0 ASPHALT Yes — —
SIMS BRIDGE 0.0 OTHER Yes — —
CLIKAPUDI 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes —
SIMS BRIDGE 0.0 ASPHALT Yes — —
PCT: SHASTA-TRINITY 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
PCT: SHASTA-TRINITY 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
PCT: SHASTA-TRINITY 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
BLACK RANCH CONNECTOR 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
PCT: SHASTA-TRINITY 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
40N01C EXT 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
MURKEN B 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —

Cell Towers in Big Bend

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
HATCHET MOUNTAIN ROAD (9982)LTOWER32
HATCHET MOUNTAIN ROAD (9982)LTOWER32

Fire Stations in Big Bend

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Big Bend Volunteer Fire Company 7025035 Big Bend RDVolunteer530-337-6555

Power Plants Near Big Bend

NameTypePrimary FuelCapacity (MW)Status
CHALK MOUNTAIN POWERHOUSECONVENTIONAL HYDROELECTRIC221111-121.8CN
PIT 4CONVENTIONAL HYDROELECTRIC221111-121.9OP
NELSON CREEKCONVENTIONAL HYDROELECTRIC221111-121.9OP
JAMES B BLACKCONVENTIONAL HYDROELECTRIC221111-122.0OP
PIT 5CONVENTIONAL HYDROELECTRIC221111-122.0OP

Bridges in Big Bend

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Box Beam (Multiple)Concrete continuous1964204200F
SlabPrestressed concrete198696104G
Tee BeamConcrete continuous1970102100G
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber19402850F
SlabConcrete19669350G
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber19896050G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel197012050G
CulvertSteel19652150G
SlabPrestressed concrete19852150G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel194012250F
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber19694050F

Airports Near Big Bend

19 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Redding Municipal AirportRDDMedium Airport
Antelope Creek Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Avery Ranch Airstrip—Small Airport
Benton FieldBZFSmall Airport
Double Creek Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Dry Lake Airport—Small Airport
Dunsmuir Muni-Mott AirportMHSSmall Airport
Dymesich Airport—Small Airport
Fall River Mills Airport—Small Airport
Flying N Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Lake California Air Park—Small Airport
Longbell Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Mc Cloud Airstrip—Small Airport
Montague-Yreka Rohrer FieldROFSmall Airport
Ponderosa Sky Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Rogers Field—Small Airport
Tews Field—Small Airport
Triple R Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Weed Airport—Small Airport

Grocery Stores in Big Bend

1 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Pit Stop StoreConvenience Store25252 Big Bend Road

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Hot Springs
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Frequently Asked Questions About Big Bend

What is the population of Big Bend?

Big Bend has a population of 132 residents and is located in California. The population density is 23 people per square mile, spread across 5.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 49.5 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 55.3% female and 44.7% male.

Is Big Bend expensive to live in?

Big Bend is slightly more expensive than average, with a cost of living index of 110.7 compared to the national baseline of 100. The median household income is $28,958, 61% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $850 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

Is Big Bend safe?

Big Bend is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 319 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,083 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Big Bend receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Big Bend?

Big Bend has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 34°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 308 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.6 inches, with 44.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 48.

How is the job market in Big Bend?

The job market in Big Bend faces challenges, with unemployment at 19.2% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,141. There are 8,748 business establishments in the area, including 430 restaurants and food service locations.

How much does housing cost in Big Bend?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $850. Fair market rent is $1,647 for a 1-bedroom and $2,053 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 80.0%. The average annual property tax is $4,628.

How are the schools in Big Bend?

Schools in Big Bend have an average test score of 4.9 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 14.9% of adults in Big Bend hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.6% have completed high school. 1.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Big Bend?

The obesity rate in Big Bend is 31.8% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 18.0% of adults are smokers. 23.3% are physically inactive. 28.6% of residents report depression. 7.6% lack health insurance. 79.3% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,283.

What are the demographics of Big Bend?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Big Bend is 90.2% White, 3.8% Black or African American, 3% Hispanic or Latino. 98.9% of residents speak only English at home. 99.0% of the population are military veterans. 14.8% of residents have a disability. 89.8% have health insurance coverage.

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