Grouse Ridge Trail
In his book, Sierra Outdoors, John H. Skinner says there are more than 150 lakes over 2 acres in size within the Grouse Ridge area. With this hike, that's easy to believe, as you'll pass 3 large ones along the trail. You ... localhikes.com
Sand Ridge And The Five Lakes Basin, Emigrant Gap, California
A series of beautiful lakes lines the trail on this hike, and most have campsites and deep sections suitable for a summer swim. You?ll also enjoy a 360-degree view over much of the northern Sierra from the spine of Sand Ridge... trails.com
Sierra Discovery Trail
The PG & E Sierra Discovery Trail loop is an interesting, and easy interpretive trail, explaining the geology and ecology of the Bear Valley and the Sierra Nevada. localhikes.com
Canyon Creek Trail
General Description Canyon Creek Trail is an easy 3.5 mile long trail at an elevation of 2,300 feet. This trail follows the road above the North Yuba River for two miles. It passes through an area where miners are allowed ... wildernet.com
Heath Falls Overlook Trail
General Description The Heath Falls Overlook Trail is a difficult 5 mile trail at an elevation of 6,000 feet. From the junction with the Palisade Creek Trail it's a short, pleasant 0.5 mile to the point which overlooks Hea... wildernet.com
Palisade Creek Trail
General Description The Palisade Creek Trail is a very difficult 7 mile hike at an elevation of 6,600 feet. Because of its' steep climb, this trail is for the hiker who is looking for a real challenge. There are some ideal... wildernet.com
Round Lake Trail
General Description The Round Lake Trail is a very difficult 2.25 mile trail at an elevation of 6,720 feet. This trail extends east from Feeley Lake to the Grouse Ridge Trail, passing Island, Long, Round, and Milk Lakes. T... wildernet.com
Lindsey Lake Trail
General Description Lindsey Lakes Trail is a difficult 3.5 mile trail at an elevation of 6,160 feet. At Lower Lindsey Lake a gate controls vehicle access to Culbertson Lake and beyond. Motorized access is for private lando... wildernet.com
Beyers Lakes Trail
General Description Beyers Lakes Trail is a more difficult 6.25 mile trail at an elevation of 5,500 feet. From Meadow Lake, a four-wheel-drive trail proceeds west toward Baltimore Lake. At a point about 1.5 miles west of M... wildernet.com
Crooked Lakes Trail
General Description Crooked Lakes Trail is a more difficult 2.25 mile trail at an elevation of 6,880 feet. This trail extends from Island Lake to Upper Rock Lake. The trail is maintained from Island Lake to Penner Lake, on... wildernet.com
Loch Leven Lakes Trail
General Description Lock Leven Lakes Trail is a more difficult 5 mile trail at an elevation of 5,680 feet. The Loch Leven Lakes Trail lead to a series of five alpine lakes, the highest at 6,900 feet. The trail works its wa... wildernet.com
Lower Lola Montez Lake Trail
General Description Lower Lola Montez Lake Trail is an easy 3 mile trail at an elevation of 6,640 feet. Much of this trail is on private property so hikers are requested to stay on the trail an observe the property rights ... wildernet.com
Sierra Buttes Area
Trailhead is about 1/4 to 1/2 mile after the end of paved road. Beyond trailhead is OHV-only. Trail is mostly uphill but not too steep with plenty of flat ground. As you approach the first ridge, you'll see wildflowers & ... localhikes.com
Picayune Valley Trail: Granite Chief Wilderness, The Cedars,...
The grand scenery and solitude found along this trail are worth the drive. Sharp peaks, granite ridges, and sheer cliffs dominate the glacially scoured Picayune Valley. Old-growth forests, lush meadows, and aspens dot the val... trails.com
The Middle Yuba - Middle Fork Yuba River, Nevada City,...
The hike descends steeply tot he river via a spotty, overgrown, and unmaintained trail. The river can be shallow, but numerous deep pools provide opportunities for swimming and fishing. It is very unlikely that you will encou... trails.com
The Mother Lode - North Fork American River, Auburn, California
The hike approaches the North Fork from the south on Beacroft Trail, descends steeply to reach the river, follows it 2.2 miles downstream to Mumford Bar, and then climbs just as steeply to Mumford Bar trailhead. Since the two... trails.com
Malakoff Diggins State Historic Park
This picnic area, sponsored by Wm. Bull Meek-Wm. Morris Steward Chapter Number 10, E Clampus Vitus, is for the enjoyment of all. The redwood lumber for the tables came from Nevada City's Christmas Tree, a Sequoiadendron Gigante... hmdb.org
Beacroft Trail
General Description Beacroft Trail is a very difficult 2.25 mile, lightly used trail at an elevation of 5,520 feet. This is a very steep and difficult trail which involves numerous switch backs. As you start down, you will... wildernet.com