Carlson Construction Trail Builder

Professional Trail Construction

At Carlson Construction, we specialize in building scenic, eye-pleasing trail systems that reveal nature’s beauty while minimizing environmental disturbance. We use our privately owned Trail Dozer, a compact but powerful machine designed specifically for trail construction. It can work in confined areas and accomplish the work of a larger machine with significantly less impact on the surrounding land.

We help private property owners, clubs and organizations, government agencies, and educational institutions create, connect, maintain, and improve natural trail systems while supporting conservation goals.

WE SPECIALIZE IN

• New Trail Construction
• Trail Maintenance & Improvements
• Switchbacks & Bridges
• Retaining Walls
• Grading & Clearing

TRAILS CAN ALSO PROVIDE

• Erosion Control
• Fire Protection and Emergency Access
• General Property Access
• Wildlife Corridors
• Scenic Viewpoints

Selected Trail Projects

Hornbeck Trail — 5.5-mile loop

Sacramento River Trail, Upper & Lower — 15.8 miles

Flanagan Trail — 2.4 miles

Chamise Peak Trail — 2.4 miles

Mule Ridge to Princess Ditch Loop — 8.3 miles

Swasey Recreation Loop — 14 miles, including Escalator Trail, Miners Loop, and Wintu Loop

Middle Creek Connector Trail — 3 miles

Upper Salt Creek Trail — 2.9 miles

• Erosion Control • Fire Protection • Property Access • Create Wildlife Corridors • Open Up Views

some of our past trails

SALT CREEK TRAIL

Head out on this 2.9-mile out-and-back trail near Redding, California. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 1 h 5 min to complete. This is a popular trail for hiking and walking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day.

MIDDLE CEEK TRAIL

Experience this 6.2-mile out-and-back trail near Redding, California. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 2 h 20 min to complete. This trail is great for hiking, mountain biking, and road biking, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. Dogs are welcome and may be off-leash in some areas.

WINTU LOOP

Discover this 3.1-mile loop trail near Redding, California. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 25 min to complete. This trail is great for birding, hiking, and mountain biking, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

ESCALATOR TRAIL & MEINER'S LOOP

Try this 7.5-mile loop trail near Redding, California. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 3 h 8 min to complete. This is a popular trail for hiking, mountain biking, and running, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The best times to visit this trail are April through October. Dogs are welcome and may be off-leash in some areas.

MULE RIDGE TO PRINCESS DITCH

Head out on this 8.3-mile loop trail near Redding, California. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 3 h 34 min to complete. This is a popular trail for hiking, mountain biking, and running, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day.

CHAMISE PEAK TRAIL

Check out this 4.6-mile out-and-back trail near Shasta Lake, California. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 3 min to complete. This is a very popular area for birding, hiking, and horseback riding, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. Dogs are welcome and may be off-leash in some areas.

FLANAGAN TRAIL

Flanagan Trail, 2.4 mi is located in Shasta Lake City, California. It starts at the Flanagan Road parking lot and climbs up and over the ridge to the Upper Sacramento Ditch Trail.

SACREMENTO RIVER TRAIL, UPPER & LOWER

Get to know this 15.8-mile out-and-back trail near Redding, California. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 5 h 21 min to complete. This trail is great for hiking, mountain biking, and road biking, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. Dogs are welcome and may be off-leash in some areas.

HORNBECK TRAIL

Enjoy this 5.5-mile loop trail near Redding, California. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 54 min to complete. This is a popular trail for hiking, mountain biking, and road biking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

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