Hikes in California

If we only did one hike in Yosemite, the Panorama Trail would be it. We think it's one of the best hikes in the USA. The route up the Mist Trail, along the Panorama Trail to Glacier Point and then down the 6.4 km path is the best hike in all of Yosemite National Park.

Hill 88 Loop, located in the Golden Gate Recreation Area in Marin County, is an excellent choice for dog lovers who wish to take their four-legged friends on hiking adventures near the beach. This is a great trail with amazing views, but if you do not like dogs be sure to avoid the busy times of day!

The Badwater Basin Salt Flats Trail is a stunning route in Death Valley National Park. Short, flat and family-friendly, the route takes you onto arid salt flats that are both picturesque and humbling in their sheer vastness. The Badwater Basin Salt Flats Trail is simply a must do when visiting Death Valley National Park.

The Jumbo Rocks Campground Loop is an easily accessible and scenic route within Joshua Tree National Park. Being both short and with little elevation change, the loop is perfect for families and those seeking a more casual hiking experience. The Jumbo Rocks Campground Loop leads the hiker through beautiful large boulder gardens and windswept desert shrubbery.

Regarded as one of the best routes within the eastern Sierra Nevada Mountain range, the Rainbow Falls via Devils Postpile Trail is a must do when visiting Inyo National Forest. After traversing a scenic pathway, the route ends at a stunning waterfall that will not leave you disappointed!

Short in distance and with a moderate amount of elevation incline, the Cinder Cone Nature Trail is a family-friendly route with lots to offer! Leading you on a fascinating and informative journey throughout an incredible volcanic formation, the trail is mesmerizing in its uniqueness. In addition to its intriguing geology, the views found throughout the Cinder Cone Nature Trails duration are sublime.

The Deep Creek Hot Springs Trail is a popular hiking route in the San Bernardino Forest that leads you to a series of relaxing thermal pools set along the creek. While out hiking the trail, you will traverse the rugged desert landscape until you arrive at the edge of Deep Creek where you can soak in the relaxing hot springs before heading back. Hikers should take note that the road leading into the trailhead is very rough and will require a 4x4 high clearance vehicle to safely traverse.

The Rubicon Trail is one of the most scenic adventures in California that connects two of the most beautiful state parks, D.L. Bliss and Emerald Bay. Explore the shoreline of Emerald Bay, Lake Tahoe, and marvel in the breathtaking panoramas of the snow-dusted Sierra Nevada Mountains. This epic excursion is a must-add to your adventure bucket list.

The Angel Falls via Willow Creek Trail is an amazing adventure in the Sierra National Forest that boasts incredible views of the cascades. Hike through mixed woodlands adorned with granite outcrops and along the surging waters of Willow Creek up to Angel Falls and the Devil’s Slide.

The Kennedy Meadows to Relief Reservoir Trail is arguably one of the most scenic adventures in the Stanislaus National Forest. Wander past several waterfalls, natural pools, and granite rock formations to the reservoir and dam. Though we will do our best to depict the beauty of this route, we can’t do it justice, as hard as we try!

The Alamere Falls Trail travels to one of the world’s rare tidal falls, which surges 12 m over the Point Reyes National Seashore. Located in the Bay Area, this beautiful hike boasts the perfect opportunity to escape the city and rediscover our world’s natural beauty. This spectacular adventure will not disappoint—you have our word!

The Burney Falls Loop is a great adventure for hikers of all skill levels and abilities. Explore the famous waterfalls that surge over 39 m from the snowmelt of encompassing mountains and through underground springs of porous volcanic rocks. Boasting a postcard-worthy scene, this route is a must-add to your adventure itinerary.

The Fern Canyon Loop Trail boasts one of the most unique hiking experiences in the state. This magical adventure through the Redwood National and State Parks guides eager adventures along the Home Creek bed through a narrow canyon, bounded by walls of lush ferns. There is truly no other scene quite like Fern Canyon—this surreal trail is a must-add to your hiking itinerary.

Explore the Seven Falls Trail near Santa Barbara, and you’ll discover a collection of hypnotizing waterfalls and idyllic swimming holes bounded by the narrow sandstone walls of Mission Creek. Yielding an unparalleled experience, this revered hike attracts eager adventurers year-round.

The Strawberry Hill Hike is a wonderful adventure in the Golden State Park that boasts countless photo opportunities. Explore the lovely park at your leisure, enjoying the diversity of flora that hem the trails and the sights of the mesmerizing cascade that adorns the hillside.

The Salt Point Trail a great way to experience the serenity of the untouched coastline with very little elevation change. This hike is narrow at times but reveals great views throughout.

Hiking up to the summit of Mount Dana is a great day out to Yosemite’s second highest peak with astounding views in all directions. We love this hike!

Dante’s View Trail is a family-friendly route that is neither too long or physically demanding. The route leads you to an incredible lookout point that boasts jaw dropping panoramic views of the surrounding Death Valley National Park Landscape. Take your time, bring the family, and enjoy all that Dante’s View Trail has to offer

The Skull Rock Nature Trail is a family-friendly hike just off one of the main roads in Joshua Tree National Park. The desert environment has sculpted many of the larger boulders in the area into unique and beautiful formations, with the most notable being Skull Rock itself. With an abundance of desert vegetation, and lots of opportunities to see wildlife, the Skull Rock Nature Trail has something for everyone.

A physically demanding and technically formidable route, the Mount Whitney Trail is a must-do for the seasoned hiker who enjoys a challenge. Traversing steep switchbacks and taking you alongside sheer cliffs, the route should only be attempted by experienced hikers whose skills, physical ability and equipment are sufficient enough for the rigours of the imposing mountain.