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California
4.0 mi
Distance
993 ft
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Why you'll love it
Bear Creek Trail
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Bear Creek Trail is a scenic 4-mile out-and-back hike featuring nearly 1,000 feet of elevation gain through California's diverse terrain. This trail offers hikers an accessible yet rewarding experience with steady climbing that rewards effort with views of the creek drainage and surrounding landscape. The moderate elevation gain relative to distance makes this an excellent choice for hikers building endurance.
Squaw Valley Wst Connection
~2 min drive
Steep 1.67-mile connector with 600 ft gain near Lake Tahoe.
Five Lakes
~2 min drive
Scenic alpine loop featuring multiple mountain lakes with steady elevation gain.
Pole Creek Nordic
~6 min drive
Moderate 10-mile nordic trail with 2,215 ft elevation gain through forested terrain.
Squaw Saddle Trail
~5 min drive
Quick 1.2-mile ascent to a scenic saddle with panoramic views.
Granite Chief
~3 min drive
Steep alpine climb to granite peaks with panoramic Sierra views.
Five Lakes Creek
~7 min drive
Moderate 9-mile creek-side hike through forested terrain with minimal elevation gain.
Big Spring
~7 min drive
Easy 1.7-mile walk to Big Spring with minimal elevation gain.
Western State Tahoe Rim Tie
~6 min drive
Alpine connector trail offering access to Tahoe Rim Trail with forest and high-elevation views.
Deer Creek
~7 min drive
Gentle creek-side trail through Northern California riparian woodland.
Watson Creek
~10 min drive
Easy creek-side walk with minimal elevation gain near Watson Creek.
