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Antelope Valley California Poppy ReserveThere are 8 miles of trails to choose from in this beautiful blossoming area, although most visitors choose the main Antelope Loop Trail.
Hiking, California State
Explore Hiking in California State with grouped stops, trails, and related park places collected under the same planning theme.
Hiking Stops and Trip Ideas
Use this Hiking guide to compare the stops that belong together in California State, then decide which ones deserve map time or a saved trip stop.
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Big Pine Creek North Fork TrailThis popular trail through the Inyo National Forest takes you to the seven different Big Pine Lakes, some of the most stunning attractions in the park.
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Black Hill Trail, Morro BayIdeal for beginners or families, this short but scenic trek to the top of Black Hill is one of the easiest Morros to climb in San Luis Obispo.
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Black Star Canyon TrailThe 6.7-mile trail through this remote canyon in the Santa Ana Mountains is best done in winter or early spring during Californias rainy season.
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Boy Scout Trail (Joshua Tree)This moderately strenuous trail skirts through the westernmost edge of the Wonderland of Rocks, climbing through steep mountains and rocky canyons.
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Boy Scout Tree Trail (Redwookds)An enjoyable hike through redwood forests with rolling, moderate terrain.
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Bridge to NowhereThis is a fun all-day hike to an unusual 130-foot concrete bridge built over the San Gabriel River.
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Castle DomeLocated in the Castle Crags State Park, the 5.2-mile trek to this iconic rock formation is best left to experienced hikers.
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Cataract Falls TrailIf you are looking for a quick and easy hike with pretty scenery, then this may be the right trail for you.
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Cathedral LakesAs one of the best hikes in Yosemite National Park, this 8.2-mile trail is something you will not want to miss during your visit.
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Clouds RestA strenuous hike that ends with one of the most rewarding views in Yosemite.
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Coastal TrailWhen complete, this 1,200-mile trail will span the entire coast of California, from the border of Mexico all the way to Oregon.
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Eagle LakeYou can still see the magnificent Lake Tahoe without embarking on a day-long hike!
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Eaton Canyon TrailThis 4.4-mile trail through Eaton Canyon Natural Area Park has rewarding views of the San Gabriel Mountains and Santa Monica Mountains while you hike.
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Four Mile TrailBreathtaking sights of Yosemite Falls, Half Dome, Cathedral Rocks, and the Royal Arches await you on this trail.
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Half Dome TrailAided by the famous cable walk, this is Yosemite's most famous hike, and one of its toughest.
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Fortynine Palm Oasis TrailThe highlights of the Fortynine Palm Oasis trail are several stands of fan palms and pools of water found at the oasis.
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High Sierra TrailCrossing the mighty Sierra Nevada Mountain Range, this world-famous trail is one of the best multi-day hikes through the Sequoia National Park.
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Hollyridge TrailEnjoy one of the most iconic views of Los Angeles when you climb this 1.2-mile trail to see the famous Hollywood sign.
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James Irvine TrailThis trail is a great experience for those who want to see the stunning scenery of Northern California.
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John Muir TrailNot for the faint of heart, this epic 211-mile journey is one of the most scenic hikes in the country.
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Kelso DunesThe ever-changing landscape of wind-blown sand dunes is a surreal backdrop for this strenuous 3-mile hike.
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Lost Coast TrailIf you are looking for an off-the-grid hiking adventure, this is the trail for you.
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Lost Palms OasisThe hike to Lost Palms Oasis begins at a smaller oasis, Cottonwood Springs, right at the trailhead.
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Lower Yosemite Falls TrailThis short, easy walk rewards Park visitors with incredible views of both Upper and Lower Yosemite Falls.
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McWay Waterfall Overlook TrailDespite being only 1/2 a mile each way, this scenic trail still features one of the best views of Big Sur.
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Mist FallYosemite's signature trail with incredible views scattered along the way, including Nevada Fall and the back of Half Dome.
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Mount BaldyIt may take you all day to hike this 8-mile trail, but it is worth every step once you reach the summit of this Southern California mountain.
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Mount DiabloThere are several different trailheads up this mountain, although the route through Mitchell Canyon is arguably the most popular.
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Mount TallacThis 10.5-mile trail is a fun but challenging experience that is guaranteed to amaze you with its sweeping mountain and lake views.
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Mount WhitneyNo visit to California would be complete without summiting to the top of the highest mountain in the contiguous United States.
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Mount WoodsonIf you are looking for a mountain to the summit in San Diego, then check out this 6.4-mile trek just 30 minutes from downtown.
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Murray Canyon TrailThis trail in the Agua Caliente Indian Reserve makes a great day hike for those staying near Palm Springs or the Coachella Valley.
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Pacific Crest TrailStretching the entire length of the west coast, this astonishing 2,653-mile trail starts at the Canadian border and travels all the way to Campo, California next to Mexico.
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Pomo Canyon TrailThere are a lot of beautiful sites on this 6.5-mile trail from Pomo Canyon to the Sonoma Coast State Park.
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Rubicon TrailThis full-day 16.4-mile hike from the Vikingsholm Estate to the D.L. Bliss State Park is a great way to explore the Lake Tahoe area.
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Runyon Canyon ParkThis 160-acre park has three different trails if you are looking to get a bit of air and exercise during your visit to Los Angeles.
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San Andreas Fault Line Trail (Wallace Creek)California is located on one of the most earthquake-prone fault lines in the world, which you can see first-hand when you embark on this 1.3-mile hike.
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San Gorgonio MountainStanding over 11,000-feet above the ground, this mountain is the highest peak in Southern California.
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Sandstone PeakHike to the top of the tallest peak in the Santa Monica Mountains when you embark on this 6.25-mile loop.
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Sierra ButtesThe 3-mile hike to this scenic lookout is only one obstacle that you will have to face when making this journey.
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Solstice Canyon TrailOn this Malibu trail, you will not have to decide between ocean or forest because you will have both to admire during your trek.
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Taft Point and the FissuresOne of the most unforgettable spots in Yosemite with impressive views of the north valley wall.
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Tahoe Rim TrailLong-distance hikers have inevitably heard of this two-week trek around the perimeter of Lake Tahoe.
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Tahquitz CanyonAlthough the trail clocks in at just under 2-miles, it still packs a huge punch when it comes to beautiful scenery.
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Telescope PeakBoasting one of the best views over Death Valley, this 14-mile round trip hike gains over 3,000-feet in elevation in just under 4 hours.
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Tomales Point TrailTake a walk to the tip of the Point Reyes Peninsula to see breathtaking views of three different bodies of water.
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Trans-Catalina TrailThis moderately challenging long-distance trail travels 38.5 miles across the entire Catalina Island.
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Whiskeytown FallsThe cascading waterfall at the end of this hilly 2.7-mile journey is one of the prettiest features of the Whiskeytown National Recreation Area.
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White MountainConsidered to be the easiest mountain in California to the summit, the 6-mile trek to this 14,252-foot high summit is a fun adventure for intermediate hikers.
