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California
10.2 mi
Distance
1,343 ft
Gain
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Why you'll love it
Sandusky
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The Sandusky Trail is a moderate 10.24-mile round-trip hike featuring over 1,300 feet of elevation gain through the diverse California landscape. This trail offers a rewarding day hike with steady climbing that rewards hikers with expansive views and varied terrain typical of the region.
High Grade Trail
~2 min drive
Steady 6.8-mile moderate climb with 1,482 ft elevation gain.
Lafayette Ridge
~5 min drive
Steady ridge climb with valley views near Lafayette.
Loney Meadows
~18 min drive
Easy meadow walk through California grasslands with minimal elevation gain.
Plum Valley Ditch
~2 min drive
Moderate 10.31-mile foothill trail with 2,363 ft elevation gain.
Missouri Bar
~17 min drive
Easy riverside walk along the American River with minimal elevation gain.
Bullpen
~21 min drive
Easy 3.4-mile foothill walk with minimal elevation gain.
North Yuba
~7 min drive
Challenging 13-mile Sierra foothills hike along the North Yuba River.
Brandy City Pond
~18 min drive
Easy 2-mile pond loop with 458 ft elevation gain near Brandy City.
Sierra Buttes
~22 min drive
Scenic alpine peak with panoramic Sierra Nevada views and moderate climbing.
South Yuba
~16 min drive
Challenging 18-mile canyon hike along the South Yuba River with significant elevation gain.
