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California
5.8 mi
Distance
1,157 ft
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Why you'll love it
Second Valley
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Second Valley offers a moderate 5.8-mile round trip with nearly 1,200 feet of elevation gain through California's scenic foothill terrain. This trail provides a solid workout with steady climbing through mixed woodland and grassland, rewarding hikers with valley views and a sense of accomplishment. The route is well-suited for intermediate hikers looking to build endurance without extreme technical demands.
Back Meadows
~2 min drive
Moderate 12-mile meadow and forest loop with steady elevation gain.
Deep Lake
~2 min drive
Scenic 14-mile alpine lake hike with 2,000 ft elevation gain.
Wright Lakes
~3 min drive
Moderate 9.2-mile alpine lake hike with 1,768 ft elevation gain.
Shackleford
~3 min drive
Moderate 12.8-mile trail with 2,457 ft gain near Shackleford, California.
Calf Lake
~3 min drive
Steep 1.2-mile alpine lake hike with significant elevation gain.
Boulder Creek
~4 min drive
Steep creek-side forest climb with 1,551 ft gain in 3 miles.
Campbell Lake
~5 min drive
Steep alpine lake hike with 740 ft gain in under 2 miles.
Little Elk Pass
~5 min drive
Moderate 4.8-mile alpine pass hike with 1,538 ft elevation gain.
Mill Creek Ponds
~6 min drive
Moderate 3.4-mile hike to scenic ponds with 1,492 ft elevation gain.
Lovers Camp
~6 min drive
Easy half-mile stroll through scenic California terrain.
