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California
4.9 mi
Distance
197 ft
Gain
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What we do know
Inside Stanislaus National Forest
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What's missing
No access route mapped
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Why you'll love it
Grouse Valley
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Grouse Valley offers a scenic and accessible 4.92-mile loop through rolling terrain in California's foothills. With minimal elevation gain of just 197 feet, this trail is perfect for hikers seeking a leisurely walk through valley grasslands and oak woodlands. The gentle grade makes it ideal for families and those looking to enjoy nature without strenuous climbing.
Bear Trap Basin
~3 min drive
Easy 1.54-mile walk with minimal elevation gain in Bear Trap Basin.
Mctc: Bear Valley to 7N20
~3 min drive
Steady woodland climb from Bear Valley to 7N20 junction with moderate elevation gain.
Lp01g Snow Trail
~4 min drive
Easy 1-mile winter snowshoe trail with minimal elevation gain.
Lodgepole
~4 min drive
Easy 1.25-mile forest walk through lodgepole pine groves.
Elephant Rock
~8 min drive
Scenic 5.2-mile hike to Elephant Rock with 344 ft elevation gain.
07N17 Snow Trail
~5 min drive
Moderate 7.2-mile day hike with 325 ft elevation gain and scenic views.
Osborn Crest
~4 min drive
Short, easy foothills hike with modest elevation gain near Osborn Crest.
Mctc: 7N56y to 7N64y
~8 min drive
Moderate 5-mile mountain hike with 1,216 ft elevation gain.
Lake Valley
~6 min drive
11.45-mile moderate valley loop with gentle elevation gain and scenic meadow views.
Mctc: 7N11 to 17E27
~4 min drive
Alpine connector between two Sierra passes with steady elevation gain.
