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California
7.0 mi
Distance
2,503 ft
Gain
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Why you'll love it
Parker Creek
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Parker Creek Trail is a moderate 7-mile round trip featuring nearly 2,500 feet of elevation gain through California's diverse terrain. This scenic route follows Parker Creek drainage, offering hikers a rewarding climb through mixed forest and open slopes with cascading water features and creek-side sections. The trail provides excellent views and a good cardiovascular challenge suitable for experienced day hikers.
Landers Lake
~3 min drive
Moderate 8.39-mile alpine lake hike with 1,563 ft elevation gain.
Thumb Rock
~3 min drive
Steady 4-mile climb to Thumb Rock with 1,000 ft gain and scenic summit views.
Granite Lake
~3 min drive
Challenging 13.88-mile alpine lake hike with 3,468 ft elevation gain.
Sunrise Creek
~4 min drive
Steady 3.6-mile creek-side climb with 1,500 ft elevation gain.
Tracy
~4 min drive
Easy 3.4-mile foothill trail near Tracy with gentle elevation gain.
Deer Flat
~5 min drive
Moderate 8.2-mile foothills hike with 1,583 ft elevation gain.
Lilypad Lake
~5 min drive
Moderate 4.6-mile alpine lake hike with 1,293 ft elevation gain.
Lion Lake
~6 min drive
Moderate 9.4-mile alpine lake hike with 3,300 ft elevation gain.
Ward Lake
~6 min drive
Extreme alpine climb with 8,000 ft gain in 3 miles near Ward Lake.
Little Boulder Lake
~6 min drive
Easy 1-mile alpine lake hike with minimal elevation gain.
