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California
4.0 mi
Distance
1,643 ft
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Needles Lookout
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Needles Lookout is a moderate 4-mile round-trip hike featuring nearly 1,650 feet of elevation gain, making it a rewarding climb to a scenic viewpoint. The trail ascends through mixed conifer forest with increasingly open vistas as you approach the summit. This hike offers excellent panoramic views of the surrounding peaks and valleys, making it a popular choice for hikers seeking a half-day adventure with substantial elevation gain.
Freeman Creek
~4 min drive
10.4-mile creek-side hike with gentle elevation gain in the Sierra foothills.
Needles Creek-Needles Camp
~4 min drive
Easy creek-side walk to a scenic backcountry campground.
Summit
~6 min drive
Steady 10.4-mile summit climb with 1,771 ft gain and expansive views.
Deer
~7 min drive
Moderate 4-mile trail with 475 ft gain near Deer, California.
Lewis Camp
~7 min drive
Remote 27-mile backcountry trek through California wilderness.
Bear Creek
~8 min drive
Easy creek-side walk through Bear Creek canyon with minimal elevation gain.
Fish Creek
~8 min drive
Moderate creek-side hike with steady elevation gain and scenic water features.
Nelson
~8 min drive
Moderate 7.2-mile trail with 2,029 ft gain near Nelson, California.
Durwood Camp
~9 min drive
Easy 2.6-mile forest trail with 449 ft gain to Durwood Camp.
Kern Flat
~9 min drive
Moderate 6.6-mile climb through Sierra foothills with 2,410 ft elevation gain.
