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California
5.0 mi
Distance
660 ft
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Highland
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The Highland Trail is a moderate 5-mile out-and-back hike featuring 660 feet of elevation gain through the scenic highlands of California. This trail offers a balanced mix of steady climbing and rewarding views, making it an excellent choice for hikers looking to build endurance without extreme technical difficulty. The route traverses typical high desert or mountain terrain with opportunities to experience the natural landscape characteristic of California's highland regions.
Bassi
~1 min drive
Moderate 6.4-mile hike with 705 ft elevation gain and scenic views.
Red Peak
~1 min drive
Easy 1.8-mile peak hike with 167 ft gain and scenic views.
Shadow Lake
~4 min drive
Scenic alpine lake hike with steady elevation gain and mountain views.
Loon Lake Trail
~1 min drive
Moderate 8.22-mile hike to an alpine lake with 771 ft elevation gain.
Sunrock
~2 min drive
Easy 2.4-mile trail with gentle elevation gain near Sunrock.
Polaris
~6 min drive
Extreme alpine climb with 6,882 ft gain in 4.5 miles—expert mountaineers only.
Two Peaks
~2 min drive
11.2-mile moderate hike to two summits with 1,695 ft elevation gain.
Bassi Falls
~5 min drive
Easy 1-mile waterfall hike with minimal elevation gain.
Tyler Trail
~12 min drive
Steady 3.74-mile climb with 995 ft gain—ideal moderate half-day hike.
Shadow Trail
~5 min drive
Moderate 9-mile hike with 1,200 ft gain through scenic California backcountry.
