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California
3.9 mi
Distance
649 ft
Gain
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What we do know
Inside Six Rivers National Forest
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Why you'll love it
Secret Lake
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Secret Lake offers a scenic 3.89-mile round trip through California backcountry with moderate elevation gain, making it an accessible destination for hikers seeking alpine lake views. The trail features steady climbing through mixed terrain, rewarding visitors with a pristine mountain lake setting ideal for photography and rest. This hidden gem provides a quieter alternative to heavily trafficked California peaks while delivering classic Sierra or mountain range aesthetics.
One Mile
~1 min drive
Easy 2.77-mile foothill trail with 269 ft gain near One Mile.
Bridge Creek
~1 min drive
20.8-mile creek-side trek with 691 ft gain through California backcountry.
Medicine Mountain
~4 min drive
Steep 5-mile climb to Medicine Mountain summit with 2,661 ft gain.
Cuddihy Lakes
~1 min drive
Easy alpine lake walk with minimal elevation gain.
Ukonom-Onemile Lakes
~4 min drive
Moderate 6.8-mile hike to two alpine lakes with 1,741 ft elevation gain.
Tickner Hole (Tickner Creek)
~6 min drive
Easy creek-side walk following Tickner Creek with minimal elevation gain.
Pleasant Lake
~1 min drive
Easy 1.86-mile lake hike with 486 ft elevation gain near Pleasant Lake.
Half Moon
~7 min drive
Moderate 7.62-mile trail with 1,862 ft gain near Half Moon, California.
Ten Bear
~9 min drive
Easy 3-mile foothill trail with gentle elevation gain and woodland scenery.
Meteor Lake
~2 min drive
Easy 1.74-mile hike to a scenic alpine lake with 320 ft elevation gain.
