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California
8.2 mi
Distance
803 ft
Gain
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Why you'll love it
Bowman Mountain
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Bowman Mountain offers a moderate 8-mile round-trip hike with steady elevation gain through California's diverse terrain. This trail provides rewarding views and a solid workout for hikers seeking a half-day adventure without extreme technical difficulty.
Bullpen
~1 min drive
Easy 3.4-mile foothill walk with minimal elevation gain.
Lindsey Lake
~1 min drive
Moderate 7-mile alpine lake hike with 1,062 ft elevation gain.
Downey Lake
~5 min drive
Easy lakeside walk with scenic alpine views near Downey Lake.
Loney Meadows
~4 min drive
Easy meadow walk through California grasslands with minimal elevation gain.
Crooked Lakes Trail
~4 min drive
Moderate 6.6-mile alpine trail to scenic mountain lakes with 628 ft elevation gain.
Sanford Lake
~5 min drive
Easy, scenic 1-mile lake loop with minimal elevation gain.
Glacier Lake
~4 min drive
Moderate alpine lake hike with steady elevation gain and scenic views.
Grouse Ridge Trail
~10 min drive
Challenging 20-mile alpine ridge hike with 2,400 ft gain and panoramic Sierra views.
Five Lakes Basin
~7 min drive
Easy 2-mile hike to scenic alpine lakes with minimal elevation gain.
Round Lake
~4 min drive
Scenic 5.2-mile loop to alpine lake with 500 ft elevation gain.
