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California
3.3 mi
Distance
1,553 ft
Gain
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Why you'll love it
Sierra Buttes
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The Sierra Buttes trail is a scenic alpine ascent offering stunning 360-degree views from one of the region's most distinctive peaks. This moderately challenging hike climbs through mixed conifer forest before breaking into open terrain with expansive vistas of the surrounding Sierra Nevada landscape. The exposed summit provides excellent views of nearby peaks and valleys, making it a rewarding destination for hikers seeking alpine scenery without extreme technical difficulty.
Packer Lake Picnic
~1 min drive
Easy 0.64-mile stroll to a scenic picnic area at Packer Lake.
Gold Vly Marked Snomobile Tr
~1 min drive
Marked snowmobile trail with steady climbing through Sierra Nevada forest.
Sardine Lake Overlook
~2 min drive
Quick alpine lake overlook with rewarding views and minimal distance.
Upper Salmon Lake
~6 min drive
Steady alpine lake hike with 968 ft gain to pristine mountain lake.
Fifty-Four Road
~6 min drive
Remote 25-mile backcountry route with 3,000+ ft gain for experienced hikers.
Church Meadow Loop
~7 min drive
Easy 2-mile meadow loop with minimal elevation gain.
Gold Lake Highway
~7 min drive
16-mile Sierra foothills route to Gold Lake with moderate elevation and alpine scenery.
Howard
~8 min drive
Moderate 11-mile trail with 865 ft gain through California backcountry.
Mills Peak
~9 min drive
Accessible 4-mile peak hike with 717 ft gain and rewarding summit views.
Chapman Creek
~11 min drive
Moderate creek-side hike with steady elevation gain through California forest.
