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California
5.2 mi
Distance
670 ft
Gain
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What we do know
Inside Tahoe National Forest
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Why you'll love it
Duncan
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The Duncan Trail offers a moderate yet accessible hiking experience through California's diverse terrain. With 5.15 miles and 670 feet of elevation gain, this trail provides a rewarding workout without extreme technical demands, making it ideal for hikers looking to build endurance. The route showcases the natural character of the Duncan area with steady climbing and scenic vistas typical of the region.
Robinson Flat Meadow Loop
~2 min drive
Easy 1-mile meadow loop with minimal elevation gain.
Soda Springs
~2 min drive
Moderate 12.8-mile trail to alpine springs with 1,535 ft elevation gain.
Sailor Flat Trail
~6 min drive
Moderate 5.46-mile foothill hike with gentle elevation gain near Sailor Flat.
Lower Ford Point
~8 min drive
Easy 2.58-mile trail with 226 ft gain near Lower Ford Point.
Duncan "Y" Trail
~5 min drive
Moderate 10.6-mile loop with 1,526 ft elevation gain and scenic Y-junction landmark.
Ford Point
~6 min drive
Coastal bluff hike with ocean views and moderate elevation gain.
Forest View
~12 min drive
Short forest walk with gentle elevation gain and woodland scenery.
Tadpole
~6 min drive
Moderate 8-mile hike with 993 ft gain and steady elevation climbing.
Beacroft
~9 min drive
Easy 4.4-mile trail with gentle elevation gain near Beacroft.
Grouse Falls Overlook
~13 min drive
Easy 1-mile trail to a scenic waterfall overlook with minimal elevation gain.
