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Loop Canyon - Angeles National Forest
United States > California > Los Angeles County > Los Angeles
Distance: 1.4 mi • Elevation gain: 279 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,988 ft
Santa Clarita Sports Complex Loop Trail
United States > California > Los Angeles County > Santa Clarita
Distance: 1.0 mi • Elevation gain: 154 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,562 ft
East Walker Ranch Open Space - Angeles National Forest
United States > California > Los Angeles County > Santa Clarita
Distance: 3.9 mi • Elevation gain: 774 ft • Maximum elevation: 2,356 ft
Alviso Slough Trail
United States > California > Santa Clara County > San Jose
Distance: 10.7 mi • Elevation gain: 171 ft • Maximum elevation: 10 ft
Tom LaBonge Panorama via Bill Eckert Trail and North Trail in Griffith Park
United States > California > Los Angeles County > Los Angeles
This trail to Tom LaBonge Panorama offers a moderately challenging hike in Griffith Park, winding through scenic vistas with views of Mount Hollywood, Taco Peak, and the iconic Hollywood Sign. The trail provides a rewarding panoramic perspective of Los Angeles, including landmarks like the Griffith Park Old…
Distance: 6.2 mi • Elevation gain: 1,512 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,568 ft
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Lake Clementine via Clementine Trail in Auburn State Recreation Area
United States > California > Placer County
The Clementine Trail, winding through the Auburn State Recreation Area, offers an enjoyable journey with picturesque views of both the American River and the surrounding terrain. Hikers will pass beneath the towering Foresthill Bridge, the tallest bridge in California, and be treated to dramatic vistas of the…
Distance: 4.5 mi • Elevation gain: 1,043 ft • Maximum elevation: 991 ft
Great New trails at Napa Skyline
United States > California > Napa County > Napa
Distance: 19.1 mi • Elevation gain: 3,504 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,480 ft
Upper Yosemite Fall Trail via Columbia Rock and Oh My Gosh Point
United States > California > Mariposa County > Yosemite Lodge
The Upper Yosemite Fall Trail is a rewarding yet challenging hike that offers some of the best panoramic views in Yosemite National Park. Climbing steep switchbacks, you'll pass Columbia Rock for breathtaking sights of Yosemite Valley and continue toward Oh My Gosh Point, where the dramatic view of the falls…
Distance: 7.4 mi • Elevation gain: 4,902 ft • Maximum elevation: 6,693 ft
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Mirror Lake Trail in Yosemite National Park
United States > California > Mariposa County > Curry Village
The Mirror Lake Trail in Yosemite National Park offers a peaceful hike through Tenaya Canyon, framed by dramatic granite cliffs like Half Dome and North Dome. The trail winds alongside Tenaya Creek, providing a serene experience with forested sections, sandy riverbeds, and seasonal reflections in the lake,…
Distance: 2.8 mi • Elevation gain: 230 ft • Maximum elevation: 4,124 ft
Nevada Fall via Mist Trail and Vernal Fall in Yosemite National Park
United States > California > Mariposa County > Curry Village
Hiking the Mist Trail to Nevada Fall in Yosemite National Park offers an exhilarating journey through some of the park's most iconic landscapes. As you ascend, you'll first encounter the mesmerizing Vernal Fall, with its cascading waters often creating vibrant rainbows in the mist. Continuing upward, the trail…
Distance: 6.1 mi • Elevation gain: 2,480 ft • Maximum elevation: 6,007 ft
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Grasslands Loop Trail and Oak Canyon Trail in Mission Trails Regional Park
United States > California > San Diego County > San Diego
The Grasslands Trail and Oak Canyon Trail Loop provides a diverse hiking experience. The Grasslands Loop offers expansive views of the rolling hills and chaparral, with opportunities for birdwatching, while the Oak Canyon Trail winds through oak groves along a dry creek bed, showcasing seasonal waterfalls. The…
Distance: 3.8 mi • Elevation gain: 420 ft • Maximum elevation: 594 ft
Griffith Observatory Loop via East and West Observatory Trails in Griffith Park
United States > California > Los Angeles County > Los Angeles
The Griffith Observatory Loop via the East and West Observatory Trails in Griffith Park offers hikers a rewarding experience with panoramic views of Los Angeles. Along the route, one can observe the iconic Griffith Observatory, the Hollywood Sign, and the expansive Los Angeles skyline. The trails also provide…
Distance: 2.3 mi • Elevation gain: 682 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,132 ft
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Trans Catalina Trail (TCT)
United States > California > Los Angeles County > Avalon > Pebbly Beach
Loop hike through the Santa Catalina Island on the Trans Catalina Trail (TCT) from Avalon to Two Harbours via Haypress Reservoir, Cape Canyon Reservoir, Catalina Airport, Little Harbor, Fourth of July Cove, Cherry Cove, Little Geiger Cove, Big Geiger Cove, Howland's Landing, Emerald Bay, Parsons Landing and…
Distance: 38.7 mi • Elevation gain: 9,272 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,742 ft
Lake Chabot Loop Trail in Lake Chabot Regional Park
United States > California > Alameda County > Castro Valley
The Lake Chabot Loop via West Shore Trail, Chabot Dam, Bass Cove Trail, Columbine Trail, Honker Bay Trail and East Shore Trail offers a scenic and varied hiking experience, weaving through shaded forests, sunny open trails, and peaceful lakeside paths. Hikers can enjoy sweeping views of Lake Chabot from…
Distance: 8.8 mi • Elevation gain: 1,522 ft • Maximum elevation: 584 ft
Dobbs Cabin
United States > California > San Bernardino County > Forest Falls
Hike to Dobbs Cabin Camp by the Momyer Creek Trail, the Fals Creek Trail and the Dobbs Cabin Spur in the San Gorgonio Wilderness, the Sand to Snow National Monument and the San Bernardino National Forest. #Hiking #Mountain #Forest #Nature #Wilderness
Distance: 5.6 mi • Elevation gain: 2,792 ft • Maximum elevation: 7,513 ft
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Castle Peak via Castle Valley North Road, Castle Pass and Castle Peak Trail
United States > California > Nevada County
The route to Castle Peak in Tahoe National Forest offers a scenic and moderate challenge for hikers, with expansive views of the Sierra Nevada's rugged terrain. The trail weaves through a mixture of rocky ridgelines, alpine meadows, and forested paths, revealing picturesque vistas of distant peaks such as…
Distance: 5.9 mi • Elevation gain: 1,900 ft • Maximum elevation: 8,986 ft
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Morgan Lakes via Little Lakes Valley Trail and Morgan Pass in Inyo National Forest
United States > California > Inyo County
The hike to Morgan Lakes via the Little Lakes Valley Trail offers an unforgettable experience in the heart of the Eastern Sierra. Starting at Mosquito Flat, the trail weaves through a stunning landscape filled with serene alpine lakes like Mack Lake, Marsh Lake, Heart Lake and Box Lake, all framed by towering…
Distance: 4.6 mi • Elevation gain: 1,060 ft • Maximum elevation: 11,096 ft
Los Leones Trail and East Topanga Fire Road in Topanga State Park
United States > California > Los Angeles County > Los Angeles
The Los Leones Trail and East Topanga Fire Road offer an excellent opportunity to experience the diverse beauty of Topanga State Park. Starting from the lush and shaded Los Leones Canyon, hikers are treated to a variety of vegetation, from coastal sage scrub to oak woodlands, with stunning vistas of the…
Distance: 4.2 mi • Elevation gain: 1,211 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,266 ft
Moses Spring, Rim and High Peaks Trails Loop in Pinnacles National Park
United States > California > San Benito County
The Moses Spring Trail, Rim Trail, and High Peaks Trail Loop in Pinnacles National Park offers hikers a diverse experience featuring talus caves, the Bear Gulch Reservoir, and panoramic vistas of the park's volcanic rock formations. Along the route, visitors can explore the Bear Gulch Cave, enjoy the view on…
Distance: 1.8 mi • Elevation gain: 522 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,719 ft
Fortuna Mountain Loop Trail in Mission Trails Regional Park
United States > California > San Diego County > San Diego
The Fortuna Mountain Loop Trail in Mission Trails Regional Park offers hikers expansive vistas of rolling hills and the vibrant San Diego cityscape. Along the route, the challenging ascent up South Fortuna's wooden steps, often dubbed the "Stairway to Heaven," provides both a physical test and rewarding…
Distance: 6.3 mi • Elevation gain: 1,371 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,266 ft
Guadalupe River Trail and various flooding detours, San Jose
United States > California > Santa Clara County > San Jose
Distance: 18.3 mi • Elevation gain: 259 ft • Maximum elevation: 102 ft
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Mount Jacinto Loop
United States > California > Riverside County > Idyllwild
Loop Hike to Mount Jacinto via Deer Springs Trail, Pacific Crest Trail (PCT), Peak Trail and Wellman's Cienaga Trail in the San Bernardino National Forest and the Mount San Jacinto State Park. #Hiking #Loop #Mountain #Nature #Forest #Park #PCT
Distance: 17.4 mi • Elevation gain: 5,400 ft • Maximum elevation: 10,758 ft
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Sentinel Dome, Glacier Point, Union Point and Taft Point Loop (Yosemite)
United States > California > Mariposa County
Loop hike from Sentinel Dome Trailhead to Sentinel Dome, Glacier Point, Union Point and Taft Point via Sentinel Dome Trail, Sentinel Dome, Glacier Point, Four Mile Trail, Union Point and Taft Point in the Yosemite National Park. #Hiking #Loop #Mountain #Nature #Forest #Yosemite #Park
Distance: 13.3 mi • Elevation gain: 5,827 ft • Maximum elevation: 8,130 ft
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Lindsey Lake to Five Lakes Basin Loop
United States > California > Nevada County
Loop hike between Lindsey Lake and Five Lakes Basin via Carr-Lindsey Road, Middle Lindsey Dam, Culbertson Lake, Lindsey Lake Trail, Lower Rock Lake, Rock Lake, Crooked Lake Trail, Penner Lake, Crooked Lakes, Island Lake, Round Lake Trail, Long Lake, Round Lake, Milk Lake, Grouse Ridge Trail, Sand Ridge Trail,…
Distance: 23.5 mi • Elevation gain: 3,425 ft • Maximum elevation: 7,592 ft
Hollywood Sign and Mount Lee Trail in Griffith Park
United States > California > Los Angeles County > Los Angeles
Hiking from Canyon Drive via Brush Canyon and Mulholland Trails in Griffith Park offers an immersive journey through the natural landscapes leading up to the iconic Hollywood Sign perched on Mount Lee. Along the trail, hikers are treated to panoramic vistas of Los Angeles, including sights of the Griffith…
Distance: 5.9 mi • Elevation gain: 1,417 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,634 ft
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Cactus to Clouds
United States > California > Riverside County > Palm Springs
Hike from Palm Springs to San Jacinto Peak by the Skyline Trail, the Grubbs Notch, the Round Valley Trail, the Wellman Divide and the Peak Trail in the Santa Rosa and San Jacinto Mountains National Monument. #Hiking #Mountain #Nature #Forest #Park
Distance: 19.6 mi • Elevation gain: 10,820 ft • Maximum elevation: 10,761 ft
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Slide Mountain
United States > California > Los Angeles County
Hike to Slide Mountain via abandoned Golden State Highway and Slide Mountain Trail in Angeles National Forest, Los Padres National Forest and Sespe Wilderness. #Hiking #Mountain #Nature #Forest #Wilderness
Distance: 5.4 mi • Elevation gain: 2,710 ft • Maximum elevation: 4,577 ft
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San Gorgonio Mountain (South Fork Trail)
United States > California > San Bernardino County
Hike to San Gorgonio Mountain via South Fork Trail, Poopout Hill, Dollar Lake Saddle, San Bernardino Peak Trail and San Gorgonio Mountain Trail in the Sand to Snow National Monument and the San Gorgonio Wilderness. #Hiking #Mountain #Nature #Forest #Wilderness
Distance: 9.5 mi • Elevation gain: 4,675 ft • Maximum elevation: 11,490 ft
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Car Wreck Trail
United States > California > Orange County > Laguna Beach > Top of the World
Loop hike on the Car Wreck Trail from Alta Laguna Park via West Ridge Trail, Mathis Canyon Trail and Top of the World in the Aliso and Wood Canyons Wilderness Park. #Hiking #Loop #Nature #Mountain #Forest #Wilderness #Park #Pacific #Ocean #Sea
Distance: 3.6 mi • Elevation gain: 856 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,024 ft
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Three T's Trail
United States > California > San Bernardino County
Loop hike to Timber Mountain, Telegraph Peak and Thunder Mountain along the Three T's Trail via Icehouse Canyon Trail, Icehouse Saddle, Mount Baldy Notch and ount Baldy Road in Angeles National Forest. #Hiking #Loop #Mountain #Nature #Forest #Angeles
Distance: 15.1 mi • Elevation gain: 5,476 ft • Maximum elevation: 8,944 ft
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