Hiking Creamery Meadow, Bluffs, Panorama and Ridge Trail at Andrew Molera State Park
Hiking Silver Lake to Spanish Peak in the Bucks Lake Wilderness
In 2021, Â the Dixie Fire burned much of the area, so the landscape may be different now than when we were there about a month or so before the fire occurred.
Hiking to Spanish Peak from Silver Lake in the Plumas National Forest is not easy, but the views are a spectacular payoff. The terrain is diverse. You start off in the forested area at Silver Lake, then you hike exposed over granite as you climb, and then you hike through forested areas again.
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Hiking Cronan Ranch: River Trail to West Ridge Trail Loop
Cronan Ranch Regional Trails Park is a playground of trails in the foothills. We hiked in the valleys and over high points that showed off the snowcapped Sierra Nevada Mountain range in the distance.
On this hike, we covered portions of several trails on our 11.5 mile hike. We hiked the River Trail to the Gerle Loop Trail; Down and Up Trail to the Cronan Ranch Road; South Fork American River Trail to the West Ridge Trail. We hiked back to the Cronan Ranch Road and the Down & Up Trail to Sky Ridge Trail. We reconnected with the Connector Trail and back to the Gerle Loop Trail. Wow, thatâs a lot of trails!
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Hiking Lassen Peak Trail
The trail up to Lassen Peak is loaded with switchbacks and is nothing but a climb, but the trail itself is very nicely maintained and views get better and better the higher you go. Once you reach the top, you should feel a real sense of accomplishment.
Virginia Lakes Trail
Virginia Lakes in the Eastern Sierraâs is a feast for the eyes but a workout on the lungs. The peak on this trail reaches approximately 11,120 feet give or take, with a starting elevation of 9,846 feet.
Hiking Deafy Glade to Summit Springs
There is an update to Deafy Glade trail that will be posed here. If you are contemplating doing this hike, as there are safety concerns and trail hazards to be aware of.
Deafy Glade Trail is a butt kicker. After about a mile in and a creek crossing, itâs 3.5 miles of climbing that pulls on your calves, hamstrings and other lower body muscles. If you want buns of steel, this trail can make it happen for you. The view from the top where the Deafy Glade Trail meets the Summit Springs Trail offers views down into the Sacramento Valley and even the Sutter Buttes on a clear day.
Hiking Meiss Meadow to Showers Lake
From the trailhead, the hike to Meiss Meadow follows the Pacific Crest Trail to the Upper Truckee River you’ll have to cross and proceed up to the Showers Lake.
Hiking Lyons Creek Trailhead to Lake Sylvia
Lake Sylvia is a beautiful lake at 8050 feet in the Sierra Nevadas at the base of Pyramid Peak. The lake is small and beautiful, and the water is clear. Itâs also idyllic and lined by pine trees on all but the northeast end, where you can look up at Pyramid Peak.
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Hiking to Feather Falls
How can you be a hiker in Northern California and not hike to Feather Falls? The falls are an awesome to sight to behold, and the hike isnât so bad either â depending on when you go and the condition of the trail. At about .4 miles from the trailhead, youâll have decision to make when you come to fork.
If you want to make a loop out of this hike, it might be best to go to the left, as the trail will head downhill. Coming back up this way could be strenuous. If you do decide to come back up this way, there are a series of benches along the trail for resting. This way is shorter taking about 3.3 miles to get to the overlook. Continue reading “Hiking to Feather Falls”
Hiking Juniper Lake to Horseshoe Lake
Horseshoe Lake in Lassen Volcanic National Park offers an awesome view, and is what makes this hike worth it. I got to experience the lake early in the morning before I saw any other hikers. It was beautiful, and even though I consider the entire hike the destination, just looking at Horseshoe Lake is a destination. Continue reading “Hiking Juniper Lake to Horseshoe Lake”
Hiking Cataract Trail at Mount Tamalpais State Park
There is little doubt that hiking Cataract Trail is one of the big highlights of Mount Tamalpais State Park, as the trail follows Cataract Creek as it tumbles down to Alpine Lake. Continue reading “Hiking Cataract Trail at Mount Tamalpais State Park”
Hiking Blue Ridge Trail to Fiske Peak
I love this hike! Hiking the Blue Ridge Trail to Fiske Peak in Northern California starts with a mild climb through an oak forest. Itâs the only canopy youâll be under during the hike. As the trail meanders up the open hillside, youâll hike into a clear view of Glascock Mountain across the highway. Once you get to this point, the real ascension quickly begins. Continue reading “Hiking Blue Ridge Trail to Fiske Peak”
Hiking Thunder Mountain
