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- John Muir Trail, Sierra Nevadas. Distance: 211 Miles. Days Required: 3-4 Weeks. When to go: July – September, depends on annual snowfall. Type: Point-to-point.
- The Four Mile Trail, Yosemite. Distance: 9.6 Miles, round trip. Days Required: 1 day. When to go: Late Spring, Summer, Fall. Type: Point-to-point or out-and-back.
- Tahoe Rim Trail, Lake Tahoe. Distance: 165 Miles. Days Required: 10 days to 3 weeks. When to go: July – September, depends on annual snowfall. Type: Loop or Sections out-and-back.
- Lost Coast Trail, Mendocino. Distance: 25 miles, one-way. Days Required: 3 days. When to go: Summer, Fall is best. Type: Point-to-point. The Lost Coast Trail is a section of Northern California coastline – from Northern Mendocino into Humboldt county – that is so rugged and wild, the old logging companies tried and failed to build a road here.
- Yosemite Falls Trail: A Spectacular Hike to North America's Tallest Waterfall. One of the best hikes in Yosemite National Park, this trail provides close-up views of Yosemite's most spectacular waterfall, as well as panoramic vistas of the valley floor.
- Mount Shasta. The majestic, snowcapped Mount Shasta is one of the most inspiring places to hike in California. Many visitors come to Mount Shasta seeking a spiritual experience in nature.
- McWay Waterfall Trail: The Most Iconic Site in Big Sur. Leading to Big Sur's most frequently photographed sight, this trail is in Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park.
- Sea Lion Point Trail in Point Lobos. The Sea Lion Point Trail delights nature lovers who appreciate marine wildlife and ocean views. the 0.6-mile loop trail is a short and easy hike within an especially scenic portion of Point Lobos State Reserve, just south of the Monterey Peninsula.
Explore Top 100 Hikes in California - view hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers and nature lovers like you.
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Oct 20, 2020 · 1. Boy Scout Tree Trail. Best hike for admiring redwood forests. 5.5 miles round trip, 3–4 hours, moderate. Coast redwoods are the tallest trees on Earth, stretching more than 350ft high and living for more than 1000 years. California is one of few places in the world to behold their majesty.
Jul 28, 2023 · Distance: 3-mile loop. Location: Sequoia National Park. Best Part: This is honestly one of the best hikes in California. The first 3/4’s of a mile is steepish (add in altitude, and you’ll be breathing hard going up). After that, the rest is primarily flat and stunning.
