Paradise Valley

Paradise Valley is a 5.7-mile out-and-back hike in California's Carson-Iceberg Wilderness, within the Summit Ranger District of Stanislaus National Forest. The trail climbs from a low point of 7,770 feet to a high of 9,435 feet, with a total elevation gain of 1,646 feet, and is rated moderate. The Forest Service manages the land, and the route is on natural surface. Horses are allowed, but bikes are not. The trail is open year-round, so it works for a visit in any season. The Halfmoon Lake Trail lies about 2 miles away, and Disaster Creek and Clark Fork are each about 2.5 miles off. For an overnight stay, Highland Lakes campground is about 3.5 miles away.