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Bald Hills
Bald Hills (Humboldt County) is located in California
Bald Hills (Humboldt County)
Location in California
Highest point
Elevation 705 m (2,313 ft)
Geography
Country United States
State California
District Humboldt County
Range coordinates 41°11′31.449″N 123°56′19.240″W / 41.19206917°N 123.93867778°W / 41.19206917; -123.93867778
Topo map USGS Bald Hills

The Bald Hills are a group of mountains in Humboldt County, California. These hills are located south of the Klamath and Trinity Rivers. They sit between these rivers and Redwood Creek.

The lower parts of the hills and the valleys around them are covered with tall redwood forests. However, the very tops of these mountains are "bald." This means they do not have trees. Instead, their summits are covered with open meadows. This is how the Bald Hills got their name.

History of the Bald Hills

The Bald Hills are famous for a conflict known as the Bald Hills War. This war took place from 1858 to 1864. It was a fight between local Native American tribes and settlers, along with soldiers from the California State Militia and the United States Army.

The Bald Hills War

The war happened because of disagreements over land and resources in the area. The Native American tribes were trying to protect their homes and way of life. The settlers and soldiers were trying to take control of the land. This conflict lasted for several years.

The Yurok Tribe and Nature

Today, the Bald Hills are part of the Yurok Tribal lands. The Yurok Tribe has lived in this area for a very long time. They continue to care for the land.

Bringing Back the California Condor

The Yurok Tribe is working with Redwood National and State Parks on an important project. They are trying to bring the California Condor back to the area. California Condors are very large birds that were once common here. They are an endangered species, meaning very few are left. This project helps protect these special birds and restore nature.

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