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California
1.0 mi
Distance
295 ft
Gain
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What we do know
Inside Stanislaus National Forest
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Why you'll love it
Trail 322150010602
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This short, accessible trail offers a quick outdoor escape with moderate elevation gain packed into a compact distance. The 295-foot climb provides a nice cardiovascular workout while remaining manageable for most fitness levels, making it ideal for a brief nature outing or warm-up hike.

McGurk Meadow Trailhead
~21 min drive
<h2>McGurk Meadow</h2> <p>The trail leads downhill to McGurk Meadow and the site of an old cabin that belonged to sheepherder John McGurk. During early summer, look for a tremendous show of wildflowers.</p> <p><strong>Distance: </strong>1.6 miles (2.5 km) round-trip<br /> <str…

Poopenaut Valley Trailhead
~22 min drive
<p>This short, steep hike down to the Tuolumne River in Poopenaut Valley is a great spot for wildflowers in spring. Be aware that this is a steep hike on the return trip to the parking area. If you hike down, you must be able to hike back up! Parking is very limited.<br /> <br…
Pinoch Ridge
~9 min drive
Challenging 11.8-mile ridge traverse with 3,658 ft elevation gain.
Jenkins Hill
~12 min drive
Accessible 3.6-mile foothill climb with steady elevation gain and scenic views.
Ned's Gulch
~4 min drive
Short, steady climb through a scenic California gulch with accessible terrain.

Four Mile Trailhead
~22 min drive
<p>The Four Mile Trail features remarkable, panoramic views of Yosemite Falls, El Capitan, Sentinel Rock, Half Dome, and Tenaya Canyon. This steep trail is challenging, all-day hike. The Four Mile Trail leads to Glacier Point, where restrooms and a snack stand are available in…
Hite Cove
~10 min drive
Moderate 6.7-mile Sierra foothills climb with 2,460 ft elevation gain.
Savage
~14 min drive
Moderate 5.2-mile trail with 795 ft gain near Savage, California.
Mather
~19 min drive
Easy 2.62-mile trail with 387 ft gain near Mather, California.

Valley Shuttle Stop 11: Four Mile Trailhead
~22 min drive
<p>This shuttle stop is served by the <strong>Valleywide Shuttle </strong>route only. There is no covered shelter or benches at this shuttle stop.<br /> <br /> <strong>Yosemite Valley shuttles are free and operate from 7 am to 10 pm daily. </strong>During hours of operation, t…