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California
22.2 mi
Distance
2,757 ft
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Palisades Creek
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Palisades Creek is a challenging 22-mile backcountry trek that ascends over 2,700 feet through rugged Sierra Nevada terrain. This remote route follows creek drainages and alpine meadows, offering solitude and dramatic mountain scenery for experienced hikers prepared for a full day or overnight adventure. The trail rewards effort with pristine wilderness views and access to high country lakes and peaks.
Long Valley
~5 min drive
Scenic 3.71-mile valley hike with steady elevation gain and accessible views.
Lower Lola Montez
~5 min drive
Easy 1-mile waterfall hike with 440 ft elevation gain in the Sierra foothills.
Heath Falls Overlook
~6 min drive
Easy 1.82-mile overlook hike with minimal elevation gain.
Sterling
~7 min drive
Moderate 8.37-mile trail with 953 ft gain near Sterling, California.
Loch Leven
~7 min drive
Moderate alpine lake hike with steady climbing to a scenic mountain lake.
Salmon Lake Tie Trail
~7 min drive
Easy 1-mile connector to Salmon Lake with 217 ft elevation gain.
Glacier Lakes Basin
~8 min drive
Moderate alpine hike to scenic glacial lakes with granite peaks and meadows.
Mossy Pond East Trail
~8 min drive
Easy 2.2-mile pond-side walk with minimal elevation gain.
Cherry Point
~9 min drive
Easy 1.79-mile trail with minimal elevation gain near Cherry Point.
Mossy Pond West Trail
~9 min drive
Easy 1.2-mile woodland loop with minimal elevation gain.
