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California
27.4 mi
Distance
1,563 ft
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Why you'll love it
Bald Mountain
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Bald Mountain is a challenging 27.4-mile trail offering expansive views and significant elevation gain across California's backcountry. This remote route traverses diverse terrain with over 1,500 feet of elevation gain, rewarding experienced hikers with panoramic vistas and a sense of wilderness accomplishment. The trail's length and sustained climbing make it ideal for well-conditioned hikers seeking a full day or multi-day adventure.
Foster Ridge
~3 min drive
Demanding 16.2-mile ridge traverse with 2,194 ft gain and panoramic views.
Glen Meadow
~4 min drive
Easy 1.7-mile meadow walk with minimal elevation gain.
Raven
~7 min drive
Moderate 5.8-mile trail with 713 ft elevation gain near Raven, CA.
Rock Creek
~3 min drive
Moderate creek-side hike with steady elevation gain and scenic mountain views.
Meadow
~7 min drive
Easy 2.6-mile meadow walk with minimal elevation gain.
Chipmunk
~7 min drive
Easy 4.6-mile loop with gentle elevation gain and local wildlife viewing.
Snow Corral
~5 min drive
Remote 27.88-mile Sierra backcountry trek with 3,313 ft elevation gain.
Porcupine
~7 min drive
Easy 1.4-mile foothill hike with minimal elevation gain.
Red Fir
~8 min drive
Easy 3.2-mile forest walk through red fir woodland with minimal elevation gain.
Tamarack
~8 min drive
20-mile alpine trail with 1,188 ft gain in Tamarack, California.
