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California
5.7 mi
Distance
1,648 ft
Gain
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What we do know
Inside Shasta-Trinity National Forest
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Why you'll love it
Sugar Loaf Creek
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Sugar Loaf Creek Trail is a moderate 5.68-mile hike featuring nearly 1,650 feet of elevation gain through the scenic creek drainage system of California's coastal or foothill regions. The trail likely follows the creek corridor with mixed terrain including forest sections and open areas, offering hikers a rewarding climb with the soothing presence of flowing water. This moderately challenging route provides excellent views and a good cardiovascular workout for intermediate hikers.
Crystal Creek Falls
~32 min drive
<p>The short 0.3 mile trail to Crystal Creek Falls is paved, flat, and accessible. The shallow natural pool at the base of the cascade is a popular spot for swimming and wading in the summer. There is ample shade.<br /> <br /> Crystal Creek Falls was moved to its present locat…
Bailey Cove
~14 min drive
Moderate 5.4-mile coastal foothill hike with 1,769 ft elevation gain.
Packers Fish Loop
~14 min drive
Easy 1.4-mile loop with 237 ft gain—perfect for a quick hike.
Dry Fork Creek
~16 min drive
Moderate creek-side trail with steady climbing and riparian scenery.
James K. Carr Trail to Whiskeytown Falls
~33 min drive
<p><span style="color:null;">The age of discovery continues into the present at Whiskeytown National Recreation Area...<br /> <br /> While studying aerial photographs of the park in 2004, long-time park natural resource manager Russ Weatherbee discovered a waterfall. Russ then…
Hirz Bay
~18 min drive
Moderate coastal trail to Hirz Bay with bay views and forest terrain.
Samwell Cave
~21 min drive
Steep 1.32-mile hike to a scenic cave with 593 ft elevation gain.
Deer Flat
~34 min drive
Moderate 8.2-mile foothills hike with 1,583 ft elevation gain.
Lewiston Lakeshore
~29 min drive
Easy lakeside walk with minimal elevation gain and scenic alpine views.
Dekkas
~21 min drive
Steep 1.72-mile foothill climb with significant elevation gain.
