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California
1.8 mi
Distance
68 ft
Gain
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What we do know
Inside Stanislaus National Forest
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No access route mapped
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Why you'll love it
Pine Valley
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Pine Valley Trail is a short, accessible loop perfect for families and casual hikers seeking a gentle forest walk. This easy trail winds through pine woodland with modest elevation gain, offering a peaceful escape into California's natural landscape. The short distance makes it ideal for a quick morning hike or warm-up before tackling longer trails in the region.
Mud Lake
~1 min drive
Scenic alpine lake hike with moderate elevation gain and forest views.
Rock Creek
~2 min drive
Scenic creek-side moderate hike with gentle elevation gain and riparian forest.
Crab Tree Cut Off
~2 min drive
Quick 1.37-mile connector with 325 ft gain through California backcountry.
Lake Valley
~2 min drive
Moderate 3.8-mile valley hike with 1,619 ft elevation gain.
Bell Meadow
~4 min drive
Moderate meadow hike with steady elevation gain and scenic grassland views.
Bear Lake
~2 min drive
Easy 2-mile roundtrip to a scenic alpine lake with minimal elevation gain.
Hells Mountain
~5 min drive
Moderate 5.5-mile climb with 1,088 ft gain and mountain vistas.
Aspen Meadow
~5 min drive
Moderate 9-mile alpine meadow hike with 1,563 ft elevation gain.
Bell Creek
~5 min drive
Easy creek-side walk with gentle elevation gain in the California foothills.
Bourland
~8 min drive
Moderate 4.7-mile hike with 756 ft elevation gain near Bourland, California.
