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California
2.7 mi
Distance
1,635 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
Paper Cabin Ridge
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Paper Cabin Ridge offers a steep and rewarding climb through California backcountry, gaining over 1,600 feet in less than 3 miles. This challenging short hike features sustained elevation gain that tests endurance while delivering impressive views from the ridge. The trail is ideal for hikers seeking a quick but intense workout with significant vertical relief.
Paper Cabin to Tuolumne River
~2 min drive
Easy riverside walk from Paper Cabin to Tuolumne River with gentle descent.
Ralph Ranch
~6 min drive
Scenic 2.62-mile ranch loop with 813 ft gain through grasslands and oak woodland.
West Side R
~9 min drive
Strenuous 10.9-mile climb with 4,596 ft elevation gain on west-facing slopes.
Duluke
~5 min drive
Moderate 3.68-mile climb with 1,318 ft gain in Duluke area.
Hunter Creek
~8 min drive
Steep 1.5-mile creek drainage climb with 647 ft elevation gain.
Twain Harte Horsemen
~20 min drive
Moderate 6.43-mile loop with 1,666 ft gain through Sierra foothills.
Indian Creek
~7 min drive
Moderate 4.14-mile hike with 1,268 ft gain in Indian Creek, California.
Rogge Trail
~9 min drive
Steep 2.82-mile foothills hike with 1,080 ft elevation gain.
Knight Creek
~24 min drive
Moderate 7.18-mile creek-side hike with 2,032 ft elevation gain.
Grapevine
~11 min drive
Moderate 5.13-mile hike with 1,421 ft gain near Grapevine, CA.
