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California
11.8 mi
Distance
3,992 ft
Gain
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What we do know
Inside Los Padres National Forest
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Why you'll love it
Gridley
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Gridley Trail is a challenging 11.79-mile route that gains nearly 4,000 feet of elevation, offering hikers a substantial workout through California's diverse terrain. This hard-difficulty trail rewards persistence with extended views and a sense of accomplishment typical of Sierra Nevada or inland mountain ranges. The steady elevation gain and moderate distance make this an ideal choice for experienced hikers seeking a full-day adventure.
Foothill
~4 min drive
Short, beginner-friendly foothill hike with gentle elevation gain.
Cozy Dell
~7 min drive
Steady 3.84-mile climb with 950 ft gain through oak and chaparral woodland.
Lion Canyon
~10 min drive
13.71-mile moderate canyon hike with steady elevation gain through scenic terrain.
Wheeler Gorge Nature
~7 min drive
Easy creek-side nature walk through Wheeler Gorge with minimal elevation gain.
Howard Creek
~8 min drive
Moderate 5.69-mile creek trail with 2,241 ft elevation gain.
Middle Sespe
~10 min drive
Moderate 15-mile creek-side hike through Sespe Wilderness canyon.
Rose Valley Falls
~8 min drive
Easy waterfall hike to a scenic cascade in Rose Valley.
Johnston Ridge
~27 min drive
Scenic 3.75-mile ridge hike with 697 ft elevation gain.
Red Reef
~11 min drive
Challenging 20.64-mile backcountry trail with 1,599 ft elevation gain.
Horn Canyon
~9 min drive
Easy 2-mile desert canyon hike with minimal elevation gain.
