The Modoc Chief Kintpuash (aka "Captain Jack") took advantage of the rough terrain natural rock formations here to stage a defensive fortification in his effort to hold off white settlers during the Modoc Wars of 1872 and 1873.

There is also a trail junction here that shortens the loop significantly if you do not want to complete the entire hike.

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1. Captain Jack's Stronghold — Lava Beds National Monument

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2. Captain Jack's Stronghold loop from Peninsula Bay

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Elevation 1,250 m

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Location: Siskiyou County, California, United States

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