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California
8.2 mi
Distance
1,583 ft
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Why you'll love it
Deer Flat
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Deer Flat offers a moderate 8.2-mile round-trip hike with nearly 1,600 feet of elevation gain, making it an ideal choice for hikers seeking a half-day adventure with rewarding views. The trail traverses through mixed terrain typical of California's foothills, with steady climbing that builds character and fitness. This route provides a good balance of challenge and accessibility for intermediate hikers.
Thumb Rock
~3 min drive
Steady 4-mile climb to Thumb Rock with 1,000 ft gain and scenic summit views.
Granite Lake
~4 min drive
Challenging 13.88-mile alpine lake hike with 3,468 ft elevation gain.
Little Boulder Lake
~6 min drive
Easy 1-mile alpine lake hike with minimal elevation gain.
Lilypad Lake
~4 min drive
Moderate 4.6-mile alpine lake hike with 1,293 ft elevation gain.
Poison Canyon
~4 min drive
Challenging 12.52-mile canyon trail with 3,790 ft elevation gain.
Boulder Lake
~7 min drive
Short, steep alpine lake hike with significant elevation gain.
Tracy
~5 min drive
Easy 3.4-mile foothill trail near Tracy with gentle elevation gain.
Bear Basin
~5 min drive
Steep alpine climb to remote Bear Basin with 7,500 ft elevation gain.
Long Canyon
~10 min drive
Scenic 2-mile canyon hike with steady elevation gain and ridge views.
Sunrise Creek
~9 min drive
Steady 3.6-mile creek-side climb with 1,500 ft elevation gain.
