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California
5.8 mi
Distance
2,336 ft
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Why you'll love it
Murray Canyon
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Murray Canyon offers a moderately challenging desert hike with nearly 2,400 feet of elevation gain over 5.8 miles, making it a rewarding ascent through Southern California's rugged canyon terrain. The trail climbs steadily through a scenic canyon environment, providing excellent views and a solid cardiovascular workout. This is an ideal choice for hikers seeking a half-day adventure with significant elevation challenge in a compact distance.
White Canyon Route
~3 min drive
Moderate 9.8-mile canyon hike with 1,448 ft elevation gain.
Poison Flat
~4 min drive
Moderate 5.8-mile foothill hike with 1,385 ft elevation gain.
Tamarack Lake
~8 min drive
Steep alpine lake hike with 1,338 ft gain in just 2.6 miles.
Bull Canyon
~5 min drive
Moderate canyon hike with 2,396 ft gain and scenic switchback climbing.
Asa Lake
~5 min drive
Accessible alpine lake hike with steady elevation gain and scenic views.
Clark Fork Campground
~15 min drive
Easy campground walk with gentle forest scenery and minimal elevation gain.
Poison Lake
~7 min drive
Moderate 7-mile alpine lake hike with 1,910 ft elevation gain.
Paradise Valley
~9 min drive
Moderate 5.7-mile valley hike with 1,866 ft elevation gain.
6N75y Snow Trail
~19 min drive
Easy 3-mile winter trail with gentle elevation gain and snow-covered scenery.
Whitecliff Lake
~10 min drive
Moderate 6.2-mile climb to a scenic alpine lake with 1,874 ft elevation gain.
