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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

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

Mission Peak Loop from Ohlone College

United States > California > Alameda County > Fremont

Mission Peak Regional Preserve. #Hiking #Loop #Mountain #Forest #Nature

Distance: 7.3 mi • Elevation gain: 2,136 ft • Maximum elevation: 2,500 ft

Gabrielino Trail

United States > California > Los Angeles County

Hike on Gabrielino Trail from Chantry Flats to Altadena through Angeles National Forest. #Hiking #Mountain #Nature #River #Forest #Angeles

Distance: 27.6 mi • Elevation gain: 7,736 ft • Maximum elevation: 4,662 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

Mount Whitney

United States > California > Inyo County

John Muir Wilderness. Lone Pine Creek. #Hiking #Mountain #Lake #River #Forest #Nature

Distance: 20.7 mi • Elevation gain: 8,146 ft • Maximum elevation: 14,485 ft

Bommer Canyon

United States > California > Orange County > Irvine

Hike in the Bommer Canyon via Bommer Meadow Trail, Nature Trail, Bommer Pass and West Fork Trail in the Bommer Canyon Open Space Preserve. #Hiking #Canyon #Nature #Forest

Distance: 2.8 mi • Elevation gain: 797 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,007 ft

Mount Rubidoux

United States > California > Riverside County > Riverside

Loop hike on the Mount Rubidoux along the Santa Ana River in Riverside. #Hiking #Loop #Mountain #Nature #River

Distance: 3.0 mi • Elevation gain: 581 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,283 ft

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

Bedford Peak

United States > California > Orange County

Hike from the Silverado Canyon to the Bedford Peak via the Silverado Motorway in the Cleveland National Forest. #Hiking #Mountain #Nature #Canyon #Forest

Distance: 3.6 mi • Elevation gain: 2,054 ft • Maximum elevation: 3,750 ft

El Moro Canyon Loop

United States > California > Orange County

Loop hike via Moro Canyon Trail and Moro Ridge Spur in Crystal Cove State Park #Hiking #Loop #Canyon #Ocean

Distance: 4.8 mi • Elevation gain: 797 ft • Maximum elevation: 732 ft

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

Runyon Canyon Loop

United States > California > Los Angeles County > Los Angeles

Via East and West Trails in Runyon Canyon Park #Hiking #Loop #Canyon #Forest #City

Distance: 3.1 mi • Elevation gain: 853 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,250 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

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

Rodeo Beach, Coastal Trail and Miwok Trail

United States > California > Marin County

Marin Headlands. #Hiking #Loop #Nature #Sea #Pacific #Ocean #Beach

Distance: 5.0 mi • Elevation gain: 1,155 ft • Maximum elevation: 932 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

Eagle Rock

United States > California > San Diego County > Warner Springs

Hike on the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail (PCT) to the Eagle Rock. #Hiking #Nature #Forest #River #Desert #Rock #PCT

Distance: 3.2 mi • Elevation gain: 653 ft • Maximum elevation: 3,527 ft

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

Sandstone Peak Loop via Inspiration Point

United States > California > Ventura County

Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area. Circle X Ranch. #Hiking #Loop #Mountain #Forest #Nature

Distance: 5.8 mi • Elevation gain: 1,362 ft • Maximum elevation: 3,031 ft

Ernie Maxwell Scenic Trail

United States > California > Riverside County > Idyllwild

Hike from Idyllwild to Humber Park via Ernie Maxwell Trail in San Bernardino National Forest. #Hiking #Nature #Forest #Mountain

Distance: 2.3 mi • Elevation gain: 935 ft • Maximum elevation: 6,450 ft

Sugar Pine Reservoir Loop

United States > California > Placer County

Loop hike around the Sugar Pine Reservoir via Joshua M. Hardt Memorial Trail and Sugar Pine Dam in the Tahoe National Forest. #Hiking #Loop #Lake #Mountain #Nature #Forest #Dam

Distance: 4.4 mi • Elevation gain: 528 ft • Maximum elevation: 3,717 ft

Yosemite Valley Loop

United States > California > Mariposa County > Yosemite Village

Loop hike from Yosemite Village via the Valley Loop Trail along Merced River in the Yosemite National Park. #Hiking #Loop #Nature #River #Forest #Yosemite #Park

Distance: 9.2 mi • Elevation gain: 699 ft • Maximum elevation: 4,068 ft

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

Mount Lee and Hollywood Sign

United States > California > Los Angeles County > Los Angeles

Hike to Mount Lee and Hollywood Sign via Brush Canyon Trail, Mulholland Trail and Mount Lee Drive. #Hiking #Mountain #Hollywood #Forest #Nature #Canyon

Distance: 2.9 mi • Elevation gain: 1,230 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,640 ft

Sandstone Peak and Tri Peaks Loop

United States > California > Ventura County

Loop hike to Sandstone Peak and Tri Peaks via Mishe Mokwa Trail, Backbone Trail and Inspiration Point in the Circle X Ranch. #Hiking #Loop #Mountain #Nature #Forest

Distance: 7.0 mi • Elevation gain: 1,759 ft • Maximum elevation: 3,025 ft

Mount San Jacinto from Palm Springs Aerial Tramway

United States > California > Riverside County

Hike from Palm Springs Aerial Tramway to Mount San Jacinto via Round Valley Trail, Wellman Divide and Peak Trail in the Mount San Jacinto State Park. #Hiking #Mountain #Nature #Forest

Distance: 5.1 mi • Elevation gain: 2,408 ft • Maximum elevation: 10,745 ft

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

Los Peñasquitos Waterfall

United States > California > San Diego County > San Diego

Hike to Los Peñasquitos Waterfall through Los Peñasquitos Canyon Preserve. #Hiking #Fall #River #Nature #Forest #Park

Distance: 3.3 mi • Elevation gain: 62 ft • Maximum elevation: 253 ft

California Riding and Hiking Trail (CRHT)

United States > California > San Bernardino County

Hike on the California Riding and Hiking Trail (CRHT) through the Joshua Tree National Park. #Hiking #Nature #Desert #Park #Mountain #CRHT

Distance: 36.4 mi • Elevation gain: 3,094 ft • Maximum elevation: 5,177 ft

Sentinel Dome

United States > California > Mariposa County

Hike to Sentinel Dome in the Yosemite National Park. #Hiking #Mountain #Nature #Forest #Yosemite #Park

Distance: 1.1 mi • Elevation gain: 436 ft • Maximum elevation: 8,133 ft

Deep Creek Hot Springs

United States > California > San Bernardino County

Hike to Deep Creek Hot Springs via Bradford Ridge Path in San Bernardino National Forest. #Hiking #Nature #Mountain #Forest

Distance: 2.7 mi • Elevation gain: 440 ft • Maximum elevation: 4,383 ft

Devil's Chair

United States > California > Los Angeles County

Hike to Devil's Chair via Devil's Chair Trail in Angeles National Forest. #Hiking #Mountain #Nature #Forest #Angeles

Distance: 3.7 mi • Elevation gain: 1,293 ft • Maximum elevation: 5,351 ft

Mount Lukens

United States > California > Los Angeles County > Glendale

Loop hike to Mount Lukens from Deukmejian Wilderness Park in Angeles National Forest. #Hiking #Loop #Mountain #Nature #Forest #Angeles

Distance: 9.9 mi • Elevation gain: 3,494 ft • Maximum elevation: 5,043 ft

Griffith Park

United States > California > Los Angeles County > Los Angeles

Loop hike in Griffith Park to abandoned mountaintop pool and nearby. #Hiking #Loop #Park #Nature #Forest #Mountain

Distance: 5.6 mi • Elevation gain: 1,827 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,181 ft

Redwood Regional Park Loop

United States > California > Alameda County

Loop hike from Canyon Meadow via Stream Trail, Redwood Creek, French Trail, Mardrone Trail, West Ridge Trail and Bridle Trail in the Reinhardt-Redwood Regional Park. #Hiking #Loop #Mountain #Forest #Nature #Park #River

Distance: 6.3 mi • Elevation gain: 1,394 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,526 ft

Shoreline Park, Ocean Trails and Abalone Cove

United States > California > Los Angeles County > Rancho Palos Verdes

Hike along the Pacific Coast via Shoreline Park, Ocean Trails Reserve and Abalone Cove Reserve. #Hiking #Pacific #Ocean #Sea #Coast #Nature #Park #Beach

Distance: 5.1 mi • Elevation gain: 1,050 ft • Maximum elevation: 410 ft

Cathedral Lake and Floating Island Lake

United States > California > El Dorado County

Hike to Cathedral Lake and Floating Island Lake via Mount Tallac Trail above the Fallen Leaf Lake in the Desolation Wilderness. #Hiking #Nature #Lake #Mountain #Forest #Wilderness

Distance: 5.5 mi • Elevation gain: 1,207 ft • Maximum elevation: 7,638 ft

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

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

Escondido Falls

United States > California > Los Angeles County > Malibu

Escondido Canyon. #Hiking #River #Nature #Waterfall

Distance: 3.7 mi • Elevation gain: 722 ft • Maximum elevation: 591 ft

Clouds Rest from Tenaya Lake

United States > California > Mariposa County

Yosemite National Park. #Hiking #Mountain #Lake #Forest #Nature #Yosemite

Distance: 12.0 mi • Elevation gain: 2,890 ft • Maximum elevation: 9,813 ft

San Gorgonio Mountain via Vivian Creek Trail

United States > California > San Bernardino County

San Gorgonio Wilderness. #Hiking #Mountain #Forest #River #Nature

Distance: 17.3 mi • Elevation gain: 5,656 ft • Maximum elevation: 11,490 ft

Big Pine Lakes Loop

United States > California > Inyo County

John Muir Wilderness. Inyo National Forets. #Hiking #Loop #Lake #Mountain #River #Forest #Nature

Distance: 15.2 mi • Elevation gain: 4,052 ft • Maximum elevation: 11,260 ft

Kwaay Paay Peak

United States > California > San Diego County > San Diego

Mission Trails Regional Park. #Hiking #Forest

Distance: 2.3 mi • Elevation gain: 856 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,161 ft

Switzer Falls

United States > California > Los Angeles County

Angeles National Forest. Arroyo Seco. #Hiking #Waterfall #River #Mountain #Forest #Nature #Angeles

Distance: 3.6 mi • Elevation gain: 751 ft • Maximum elevation: 3,304 ft

Temescal Falls Loop via Temescal Canyon

United States > California > Los Angeles County > Los Angeles

Topanga State Park. #Hiking #Running #Loop #Canyon #Waterfall #River #Forest #Nature #Topanga

Distance: 2.9 mi • Elevation gain: 804 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,142 ft

Point Lobos Loop

United States > California > Monterey County

Point Lobos State Natural Reserve. #Hiking #Running #Loop #Pacific #Ocean #Sea #Forest #Nature

Distance: 6.7 mi • Elevation gain: 814 ft • Maximum elevation: 207 ft

Mount San Antonio Loop via Mount Baldy

United States > California > San Bernardino County

Angeles National Forest. #Hiking #Loop #Mountain #Forest #Waterfall #Nature #Angeles

Distance: 9.8 mi • Elevation gain: 4,114 ft • Maximum elevation: 10,066 ft

Iron Mountain

United States > California > San Diego County > Poway

#Hiking #Mountain #Forest #Nature

Distance: 5.2 mi • Elevation gain: 1,125 ft • Maximum elevation: 2,638 ft

Solstice Canyon Loop

United States > California > Los Angeles County > Malibu

Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area. #Hiking #Loop #Waterfall #Canyon #River #Mountain #Forest #Nature

Distance: 3.0 mi • Elevation gain: 728 ft • Maximum elevation: 748 ft

Upper Yosemite Falls

United States > California > Mariposa County > Yosemite Village > Yosemite Lodge

Yosemite National Park. Yosemite Creek. #Hiking #Waterfall #River #Mountain #Forest #Nature #Yosemite

Distance: 6.3 mi • Elevation gain: 4,879 ft • Maximum elevation: 6,690 ft

Playa Vista to Topanga State Park

United States > California > Los Angeles County > Los Angeles

Mountain Bike via Venice Beach, Santa Monica State Beach, Will Rogers State Beach and East Topanga Fire Road in Santa Monica National Mountains Recreation Area. #MTB #Beach #Mountain #Sea #Pacific #Ocean #City #Nature

Distance: 29.3 mi • Elevation gain: 1,932 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,115 ft

Griffith Park, Old Zoo Area

United States > California > Los Angeles County > Los Angeles

#Hiking #Loop #Nature #Forest

Distance: 1.9 mi • Elevation gain: 673 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,125 ft

Big Horn Mine

United States > California > Los Angeles County

Hike from Vincent Gap to the Big Horn Abandoned Mine in the Sheep Mountain Wilderness and the Angeles National Forest. #Hiking #Mountain #Nature #Forest #Angeles

Distance: 1.9 mi • Elevation gain: 735 ft • Maximum elevation: 6,923 ft

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

Barbara's Lake Loop

United States > California > Orange County > Laguna Beach

Loop hike to Barbara's Lake by The Lake Trail, Edison Trail and Mariposa Trail in the James Dilley Greenbelt Preserve. #Hiking #Loop #Lake #Nature #Forest

Distance: 2.8 mi • Elevation gain: 344 ft • Maximum elevation: 597 ft

Condor Peak

United States > California > Los Angeles County

Hike from Big Tujunga Canyon to Condor Peak via the Fox Mountain in the Angeles National Forest. #Hiking #Mountain #Nature #Canyon #Forest #Angeles

Distance: 7.5 mi • Elevation gain: 4,944 ft • Maximum elevation: 5,374 ft

Malibu Creek

United States > California > Los Angeles County > Unincorporated Santa Monica Mountains

Hike along Malibu Creek via High Road, Crags Road, Rock Pool, Century Lake and MASH Filming Location in the Malibu Creek State Park. #Hiking #River #Mountain #Lake #Nature #Forest #Park

Distance: 2.7 mi • Elevation gain: 377 ft • Maximum elevation: 732 ft

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

Arrastre Creek

United States > California > San Bernardino County

Hike on the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) along the Arrastre Creek in the San Bernardino National Forest. #Hiking #River #Nature #Forest #PCT

Distance: 3.8 mi • Elevation gain: 180 ft • Maximum elevation: 8,071 ft

Grays Peak

United States > California > San Bernardino County > Fawnskin

Hike from Big Bear Lake to Grays Peak in the San Bernardino National Forest. #Hiking #Mountain #Lake #Forest #Nature

Distance: 3.5 mi • Elevation gain: 1,224 ft • Maximum elevation: 7,907 ft

Teepee Trail

United States > California > Los Angeles County > Pasadena

Hike on the Teepee Trail in the Angeles National Forest. #Hiking #Mountain #Forest #Nature #Angeles

Distance: 2.6 mi • Elevation gain: 1,247 ft • Maximum elevation: 3,232 ft

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

Grand View Point

United States > California > San Bernardino County

Hike from Big Bear to Grand View Point on the Pineknot Trail in the San Bernardino National Forest. #Hiking #Mountain #Nature #Forest #Canyon

Distance: 3.5 mi • Elevation gain: 1,027 ft • Maximum elevation: 7,707 ft

Bear Creek Oasis

United States > California > Riverside County > La Quinta

Hike from Cove Oasis to Bear Creek Oasis via the Bear Creek Trail in the Santa Rosa Wilderness. #Hiking #Oasis #Nature #Desert #Mountain #Wilderness

Distance: 4.4 mi • Elevation gain: 2,129 ft • Maximum elevation: 2,303 ft

Museum Trail

United States > California > Riverside County > Palm Springs

Hike from Palm Springs on Museum Trail in Santa Rosa and San Jacinto Mountains National Monument. #Hiking #Mountain #Nature #Desert

Distance: 0.8 mi • Elevation gain: 853 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,339 ft

Dawn Mine

United States > California > Los Angeles County > Altadena

Loop hike to Dawn Mine via Millard Creek and Sunset Ridge Trail in the Angeles National Forest. #Hiking #Loop #Nature #Mountain #Forest #River #Angeles

Distance: 5.7 mi • Elevation gain: 2,336 ft • Maximum elevation: 3,583 ft

Mount Zion

United States > California > Los Angeles County

Mount Zion loop hike from Chantry Flats in Angeles National Forest. #Hiking #Loop #Mountain #Nature #Forest

Distance: 8.9 mi • Elevation gain: 3,675 ft • Maximum elevation: 3,583 ft

Top of the World

United States > California > Orange County > Laguna Beach > Canyon Acres

Hike from Canyon Acres to Top of the World in the Aliso and Wook Canyons Wilderness Park. #Hiking #Nature #Mountain #Forest #Park #Pacific #Ocean #Sea

Distance: 1.2 mi • Elevation gain: 837 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,024 ft

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

Vernal Fall and Nevada Fall

United States > California > Mariposa County > Curry Village

Hike from Happy Isles to Vernal Fall and Nevada Fall along the Merced River on the Mist Trail in the Yosemite National Park. #Hiking #Falls #River #Nature #Forest #Mountain #Yosemite

Distance: 2.9 mi • Elevation gain: 2,228 ft • Maximum elevation: 6,007 ft

Millard Falls

United States > California > Los Angeles County > Altadena

Hike along the Millard Canyon Creek to the Millard Falls in Angeles National Forest. #Hiking #Falls #River #Canyon #Nature #Forest #Angeles #Park

Distance: 1.3 mi • Elevation gain: 377 ft • Maximum elevation: 2,142 ft

Fortynine Palms Oasis

United States > California > San Bernardino County

Hike to the Fortynine Palms Oasis (or 49 Palms Oasis) by the Fortynine Palms Trail in the Joshua Tree National Park. #Hiking #Nature #Desert #Mountain #Park #Forest

Distance: 1.5 mi • Elevation gain: 407 ft • Maximum elevation: 3,077 ft

Ryan Mountain

United States > California > Riverside County

Hike to Ryan Mountain on the Ryan Mountain Trail in Joshua Tree National Park. #Hiking #Mountain #Nature #Desert #Park

Distance: 1.4 mi • Elevation gain: 1,060 ft • Maximum elevation: 5,446 ft

Potato Mountain

United States > California > Los Angeles County > Claremont

Hike to Potato Mountain via the Palmer Evey Trail in the Angeles National Forest. #Hiking #Mountain #Nature #Forest #Angeles

Distance: 2.2 mi • Elevation gain: 1,109 ft • Maximum elevation: 3,399 ft

Etiwanda Falls

United States > California > San Bernardino County > Rancho Cucamonga > Etiwanda

Hike to Etiwanda Falls in the San Bernardino National Forest. #Hiking #Falls #Nature #Forest #Mountain

Distance: 1.6 mi • Elevation gain: 774 ft • Maximum elevation: 2,851 ft

Lake Hollywood Loop

United States > California > Los Angeles County > Los Angeles

Loop hike around Hollywood Reservoir. #Hiking #Loop #Lake #Hollywood #Nature #Forest

Distance: 3.4 mi • Elevation gain: 492 ft • Maximum elevation: 846 ft

Wisdom Tree (Burbank Peak)

United States > California > Los Angeles County > Los Angeles

Hike to Wisdom Tree at Burbank Peak in Griffith Park. #Hiking #Mountain #Nature #Forest #Park

Distance: 0.8 mi • Elevation gain: 653 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,614 ft

Switzer Falls

United States > California > Los Angeles County

Hike to Switzer Falls via the Gabrielino Trail along the Arroyo Seco in Angeles National Forest. #Hiking #River #Falls #Nature #Mountain #Forest #Angeles

Distance: 1.8 mi • Elevation gain: 233 ft • Maximum elevation: 3,301 ft

The Pinnacles

United States > California > San Bernardino County

Hike to The Pinnacles in San Bernardino National Forest. #Hiking #Mountain #Nature #Forest

Distance: 1.8 mi • Elevation gain: 892 ft • Maximum elevation: 5,646 ft

Mount Wilson

United States > California > Los Angeles County > Sierra Madre

Hike to Mount Wilson from Sierra Madre via Mount Wilson Trail in Angeles National Forest. #Hiking #Mountain #Nature #Forest #Angeles

Distance: 7.1 mi • Elevation gain: 5,597 ft • Maximum elevation: 5,640 ft

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

Caspers Wilderness Park Loop

United States > California > Orange County

Loop hike through Ronald W. Caspers Wilderness Park from Ortega Flats Campground via San Juan Hot Springs. #Hiking #Loop #Mountain #Nature #Forest #Wilderness #Park

Distance: 12.9 mi • Elevation gain: 2,297 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,588 ft

Mount Baldy (or Mount San Antonio) Loop

United States > California > San Bernardino County

Loop hike to Mount Baldy from Falls Road via Devils Backbone Trail, Baldy Bowl Trail and San Antonio Ski Hut in Angeles National Forest. #Hiking #Loop #Mountain #Nature #Forest #Park #Angeles

Distance: 10.0 mi • Elevation gain: 4,252 ft • Maximum elevation: 10,066 ft

Whiting Ranch Wilderness Park

United States > California > Orange County > Lake Forest

Hike from Foothill Ranch through Whiting Ranch Wilderness Park via Borrego Canyon Trail and Red Rock Canyon Trail. #Hiking #Canyon #Nature #Forest #Park

Distance: 2.1 mi • Elevation gain: 558 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,299 ft

Runyon Canyon Park

United States > California > Los Angeles County > Los Angeles

Loop hike through Runyon Canyon Park. #Hiking #Loop #Nature #Forest #Park #Hollywood #City

Distance: 3.3 mi • Elevation gain: 928 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,266 ft

Palm Ball Field and Nearby

United States > California > Los Angeles County > Burbank

Loop hike in the Sunset Canyon. #Hiking #Loop #Nature #Forest #Mountain #Canyon

Distance: 3.7 mi • Elevation gain: 879 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,253 ft

Gear up for your next adventure:

🪶Paracord Bracelet - Survival bracelet with built‑in tools
👟Men's Trail Runners - Lightweight footwear for fast-paced exploration and light hiking
🪵Folding Camp Saw - Compact saw for wood and campsite work
💧Water Purification System - Clean water on the trail with reliable purifiers
🧦Hiking Socks - Comfortable socks to prevent blisters on long hikes

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